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Guest Blog–Applications Open: 2025 HBF Inspiration Award for Early Career Investigators in Pediatric Brain Cancer

April 29, 2025
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    Overview: Now in its 6th year, the Hopper-Belmont Foundation (“HBF”) Inspiration Award aims to motivate young investigators to make a difference early in their careers by providing a personal award recognizing concepts and/or projects in one of the following areas: Innovation: Recognition of an innovative idea in need of proof of concept/data prior to applying for larger grants from NIH or other funding resources Aspiration: Providing resources to begin or to further research in a designated HBF focus area This is a $5,000 award that can be used at the discretion of the winner, e.g. personal or research. […]

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Member Blog–I Survived Leukemia Because of a Clinical Trial. Will Future Patients Be So Lucky?

April 21, 2025
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By CAC2 Individual Member Robert Dilley writing about why sustained research funding is essential to progress. This essay first appeared on April 15 in MedPage Today. I don’t usually talk about my cancer diagnosis. But as a physician-scientist who survived leukemia at 18 years old and now cares for people facing their own cancer diagnoses, I feel compelled to share my story — because it speaks directly to what’s at stake in medicine today. The clinical trial that saved my life wouldn’t have existed without robust investment in biomedical research. And as debates over federal research funding continue, I think about […]

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Member Blog–Awareness & Entertainment Opportunity: Audrey’s Children

March 11, 2025
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By CAC2 Individual Member Stan Robbins  Let’s continue to raise awareness about childhood cancer! AUDREY’S CHILDREN is the extraordinary true story of Dr. Audrey Evans, a pioneering pediatric oncologist who developed the revolutionary staging system for treating Neuroblastoma. She also co-founded the Ronald McDonald House, giving families of seriously ill children a much-needed home away from home. We’re also excited to share that Joe McDonough, Founder of The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation and a valued CAC2 member, was involved in the production of this inspiring film. This connection makes the movie even more meaningful to our community!  In theaters nationwide – March 28th!      Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/KjgEzCNRY5I?si=d0z4vEPDr-oW3OGA […]

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Member Blog–Excited to Announce: I’ve Joined the CAC2 Innovation Council!

February 5, 2025
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By CAC2 Member Annette Logan-Parker (Cure 4 The Kids Foundation)  I am thrilled to share that I have joined the CAC2 Innovation Council, a new volunteer opportunity. The Coalition Against Childhood Cancer (CAC2) is a collaborative network of nonprofits, corporations, and individuals from 41 states and nine countries supporting and serving the childhood cancer community. CAC2 members effectively advance various childhood cancer causes by unifying their efforts. As a member of this council, I have the privilege of contributing to a collective effort to evaluate and prioritize opportunities that benefit the CAC2 members. This role involves engaging with a variety […]

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Member Blog–When the National Drug Shortage Becomes Personal

December 5, 2024
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By CAC2 Individual Member Jennifer Flowers Rhabdomyosarcoma became a common word in my family when I was three years old. By the time of diagnosis, the cancer had metastasized from the middle ear into the mastoid and eustachian tube. The University of Michigan’s C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital oncology team told my parents there was less than a three percent chance for me to live out the year. There was no definitive treatment protocol to defeat this rare form of cancer, and the survival rate was extremely low. Over the next two and a half years, I underwent surgeries, full head […]

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Reflections from International Cancer Week 2024: A Renewed Commitment to the Fight Against Cancer

November 18, 2024
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By CAC2 Student Member Joshua Omale Attending the 2024 International Cancer Week, organized by Nigeria’s National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT), was indeed a great a experience – one that I won’t forget soon. Under the theme “Accelerating Nigeria’s Path to Comprehensive Cancer Control: Innovation, Access, and Partnership,” the event brought together voices from all corners of cancer care, all driven by a shared mission to tackle cancer across Nigeria and beyond. It was both a learning experience and a reminder of the importance of collaborative efforts in advancing the fight against cancer. The discussions were powerful as […]

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CAC2 Member Blog–Wisconsin Pediatric Cancer Action Plan Published!

August 29, 2024
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By CAC2 Member Autumn Gentry, MACC Fund This collaborative state advocacy effort was due to the dedicated work of a pair of CAC2 members in Wisconsin building on the work that came together from other CAC2 members’ efforts.  We love to celebrate when our members work together!  I have been developing an advocacy arm for the MACC Fund with no formal experience or training, relying only on my personal connection to childhood cancer. I’ve noticed a pattern in getting things done: Start with an informed idea. Take a step forward. Listen for feedback. Connect with the right people. Repeat, one […]

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CAC2 Member Blog–Empowering Communities: Driving Childhood Cancer Awareness from the Grassroots

June 10, 2024
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By CAC2 Student Member Joshua Omale In the heart of advocacy, the rhythm of change reverberates most profoundly at the grassroots level. For me, this journey isn’t just about raising awareness; it’s about igniting hope, one person and one community at a time. As a passionate advocate for childhood cancer awareness, my path has been shaped by stories I have heard that reflect resilience, bonds of  solidarity, and a relentless pursuit of a brighter tomorrow. In this deeply personal reflection, I invite you to  explore the transformative power of community-driven initiatives in the fight against childhood cancer with me. Grassroots […]

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CAC2 Member Blog–I Am Not A Miracle

June 2, 2024
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By CAC2 Member Steven Giallourakis (The Steven G. Cancer Foundation) When someone has succeeded in life, we tend to think of them as successful. That they have earned the life they have. This might be partially true, hard work does pay off. Yet when we look at someone’s success we tend to gloss over all the luck. If we are talking about business success and the accumulation of wealth, being born in the United States of America is the best roll of the dice you can have. Being born to parents who love you, who support you and can help […]

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CAC2 Member Blog–Accelerating Kids’ Access to Care Act (AKACA) Gains Traction in Congress and Needs Your Help!

May 28, 2024
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By CAC2 Member Matt Marks (Leukemia & Lymphoma Society) State borders shouldn’t be barriers to treatment for children with cancer or other complex illnesses. Yet all too often, they cause challenges—or even treatment delays—for children and their families who rely on Medicaid or CHIP for their health insurance. That’s why I encourage our community to champion the bipartisan Accelerating Kids’ Access to Care Act (AKACA).  This bill would reduce the paperwork required of doctors treating children from out-of-state, so that children can receive the care they need faster and with fewer delays. Recently, the U.S. House of Representatives’ Energy and Commerce […]

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