Together to #CareCureThrive for a world without childhood brain tumors. The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation serves the more than 28,000 kids battling brain tumors by investing in the most promising research, offering comprehensive family support and rallying supporters to join the fight:
FUNDING CURES.
FIGHTING FOR FUTURES. The PBTF won't stop until there's a cure for every childhood brain tumor. Our research funding has fueled clinical trials, launched cutting-edge collaboratives and seeded the field for future discovery. Current projects include our Immunotherapy Research Initiative, PLGA Fund, Opportunity Grants and Early Career Development programs. www.curethekids.org/research
FAMILY SUPPO
FIGHTING FOR FUTURES. The PBTF won't stop until there's a cure for every childhood brain tumor. Our research funding has fueled clinical trials, launched cutting-edge collaboratives and seeded the field for future discovery. Current projects include our Immunotherapy Research Initiative, PLGA Fund, Opportunity Grants and Early Career Development programs. www.curethekids.org/research
FAMILY SUPPO
Operating as usual
10/19/2021
With the help of our Vs. Cancer athletes, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation has awarded more than $153,000 in 2021 to children’s hospitals across the nation, and provided an additional $20,000 to families in financial strain due to a child’s brain tumor diagnosis through the Butterfly Fund. 💛
These patient support grants provide hospitals the ability to meet a critical need for pediatric brain tumor and cancer patients. Check out our latest blog to discover three examples of what PBTF's Vs. Cancer athletes helped fund this year.
With the help of our Vs. Cancer athletes, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation has awarded more than $153,000 in 2021 to children’s hospitals across the nation, and provided an additional $20,000 to families in financial strain due to a child’s brain tumor diagnosis through the Butterfly Fund. 💛
These patient support grants provide hospitals the ability to meet a critical need for pediatric brain tumor and cancer patients. Check out our latest blog to discover three examples of what PBTF's Vs. Cancer athletes helped fund this year.
Join the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Thursday, October 21st at 1PM ET / 10AM PT for “Navigating Social Skills Challenges After a Pediatric Brain Tumor Diagnosis.” This webinar will feature a presentation by Dr. Victoria Willard, Psychologist at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Webinar participants will:
🔹 Gain an understanding of why children with brain tumors struggle socially after treatment
🔹 Explore social skills interventions aimed at improving social competence and quality of life
🔹 Learn key practical strategies for how to cope with social skills challenges
🔹 Learn the tools and resources available for survivors and their families to help them navigate social skills challenges
Following the presentation, we will have a Q&A session with Dr. Willard and two parents whose children have experienced social challenges following the diagnosis of a brain tumor. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions through a text chat. A recording will be made available after the event.
This webinar is free, but you must register to attend.
Join the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Thursday, October 21st at 1PM ET / 10AM PT for “Navigating Social Skills Challenges After a Pediatric Brain Tumor Diagnosis.” This webinar will feature a presentation by Dr. Victoria Willard, Psychologist at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Webinar participants will:
🔹 Gain an understanding of why children with brain tumors struggle socially after treatment
🔹 Explore social skills interventions aimed at improving social competence and quality of life
🔹 Learn key practical strategies for how to cope with social skills challenges
🔹 Learn the tools and resources available for survivors and their families to help them navigate social skills challenges
Following the presentation, we will have a Q&A session with Dr. Willard and two parents whose children have experienced social challenges following the diagnosis of a brain tumor. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions through a text chat. A recording will be made available after the event.
This webinar is free, but you must register to attend.
All too often, pediatric brain cancer patients are treated with therapies based on adult treatments, which can have a devastating and lasting impact on their development. To truly change the outcome for kids battling the deadliest childhood cancer, "pediatric-first" research and patient support must be a priority.
We're excited to team up with No-Shave November as this year's pediatric-focused nonprofit partner and grow awareness, funds and hair in support of cancer's youngest warriors!
No-Shave Spotlight #8: Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Our No-Shave Spotlight of the day highlights the work of Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF). PBTF is currently the largest patient advocacy funder of pediatric brain tumor research. They have donated nearly $50 million in grants that have brought new researchers to the field, accelerated the development of targeted treatments, and improved scientific collaboration and innovation around the world.
PBTF is proud to be the leading patient advocacy contributor to new pediatric brain tumor treatments like DAY 101. This promising targeted therapy was made possible by PBTF’s funding. It was recently selected for pharmaceutical industry development and awarded the FDA's Breakthrough Therapy Designation.
The dedicated men and women of PBTF are proud to be a family’s first stop on their child’s brain tumor journey. They provide resources and a community of support from the moment of diagnosis, through treatment, and beyond.
Support PBTF through No-Shave November! Visit no-shave.org, click “Donate”, and select “The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation” during the donation process.
10/14/2021
More than $309,000 raised to support the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Ride for Kids program! 🎉🎉🎉
In their first year as a Ride for Kids National Industry Partner, the Comoto Family of Brands has made a huge impact in the fight against childhood brain tumors. Through their RIDE. DONATE. SHOP. promotion, Comoto recruited new riders to support the cause, executed the largest “shop to support” campaign the company has ever done, engaged additional motorcycle industry partners, and hosted their own Ride for Kids event at their Philadelphia corporate headquarters.
Because of their fundraising efforts, the PBTF is considered a leader in the brain tumor and childhood cancer communities, and the motorcycle community has been a valued partner in the fight against pediatric brain tumors for over 30 years. With partners like the Comoto Family of Brands, we look forward to riding alongside you towards a cure for years to come. Kickstands up!
The Comoto Family of Brands is composed of RevZilla, Cycle Gear, J&P Cycles, and REVER, each of which took an active and valued role in supporting the 2021 Ride for Kids. Thank you. ❤️
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More than $309,000 raised to support the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Ride for Kids program! 🎉🎉🎉
In their first year as a Ride for Kids National Industry Partner, the Comoto Family of Brands has made a huge impact in the fight against childhood brain tumors. Through their RIDE. DONATE. SHOP. promotion, Comoto recruited new riders to support the cause, executed the largest “shop to support” campaign the company has ever done, engaged additional motorcycle industry partners, and hosted their own Ride for Kids event at their Philadelphia corporate headquarters.
Because of their fundraising efforts, the PBTF is considered a leader in the brain tumor and childhood cancer communities, and the motorcycle community has been a valued partner in the fight against pediatric brain tumors for over 30 years. With partners like the Comoto Family of Brands, we look forward to riding alongside you towards a cure for years to come. Kickstands up!
The Comoto Family of Brands is composed of RevZilla, Cycle Gear, J&P Cycles, and REVER, each of which took an active and valued role in supporting the 2021 Ride for Kids. Thank you. ❤️
#rideforkids #pbtf #comoto #carecurethrive
10/13/2021
PBTF’s Starry Night Walk to Cure Childhood Brain Tumors added a new host city in 2021: Houston! 🌟
The Houston Starry Night was spearheaded by Star mom, Bobbie Baker, and her fantastic committee. Bobbie supports the PBTF in honor of her 6-year-old daughter, Nova. During the 2021 Virtual Starry Night Lantern Lighting, Bobbie shared Nova’s brain tumor journey with the nation.
Thank you to Houston Life for putting together this beautiful story, highlighting Nova, the Baker family, and the journey each Star goes through.
PBTF’s Starry Night Walk to Cure Childhood Brain Tumors added a new host city in 2021: Houston! 🌟
The Houston Starry Night was spearheaded by Star mom, Bobbie Baker, and her fantastic committee. Bobbie supports the PBTF in honor of her 6-year-old daughter, Nova. During the 2021 Virtual Starry Night Lantern Lighting, Bobbie shared Nova’s brain tumor journey with the nation.
Thank you to Houston Life for putting together this beautiful story, highlighting Nova, the Baker family, and the journey each Star goes through.
📣 The 2nd annual Vs. Cancer National Event, presented by Perfect Swings USA, is scheduled for April 22 - May 1 of 2022!
In 2021, our inaugural Vs. Cancer National Event exceeded our expectations with more than 40 teams hosting Vs. Cancer games between April 16 - 25 and fundraising nearly $200,000!
In 2022, we look forward to increasing those numbers with a goal of one hundred teams competing on behalf of the kids we serve during the April 22 - May 1 timeframe.
Click on the link below to learn more about Nick, Dom and John Morabito, Perfect Swings USA founders, and why they are passionate about continuing their long history of supporting kids battling cancer. You can also find out more about the National Event and reach out to a Vs. Cancer representative to get started. Any team, any sport, any level is encouraged to participate! 🔗👇
📣 The 2nd annual Vs. Cancer National Event, presented by Perfect Swings USA, is scheduled for April 22 - May 1 of 2022!
In 2021, our inaugural Vs. Cancer National Event exceeded our expectations with more than 40 teams hosting Vs. Cancer games between April 16 - 25 and fundraising nearly $200,000!
In 2022, we look forward to increasing those numbers with a goal of one hundred teams competing on behalf of the kids we serve during the April 22 - May 1 timeframe.
Click on the link below to learn more about Nick, Dom and John Morabito, Perfect Swings USA founders, and why they are passionate about continuing their long history of supporting kids battling cancer. You can also find out more about the National Event and reach out to a Vs. Cancer representative to get started. Any team, any sport, any level is encouraged to participate! 🔗👇
Get ready to get hairy... because the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation was chosen as one of 10 nonprofit partners for No-Shave November!
More info coming soon, but if you'd like to get a head start in growing your hair -- and support -- for the children we serve, learn more about PBTF's participation in #NoShaveNovember at https://no-shave.org/benefiting-foundations/
#pbtf #carecurethrive #pediatriccancer
Get ready to get hairy... because the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation was chosen as one of 10 nonprofit partners for No-Shave November!
More info coming soon, but if you'd like to get a head start in growing your hair -- and support -- for the children we serve, learn more about PBTF's participation in #NoShaveNovember at https://no-shave.org/benefiting-foundations/
#pbtf #carecurethrive #pediatriccancer
10/07/2021
This year, the Ride for Kids proved every mile counts in the fight against pediatric brain tumors! 🏍 🏍 🏍 A HUGE thank you to every individual who participated in Ride for Kids this year and helped raise over $1.1 million and counting!
A very special thank you goes to our Ride for Kids presenting sponsor Honda Motorcycles & ATVs, the Comoto Family of Brands and the many other sponsors that supported this year's event.
Ride for Kids fundraising pages will stay open until October 31, which means there is more time to access additional incentive items! If you fundraised this year, you will be contacted after fundraising closes to claim your incentives. You can check out the available items here: http://www.curethekids.org/events/ride-for-kids/incentives.html
This year, the Ride for Kids proved every mile counts in the fight against pediatric brain tumors! 🏍 🏍 🏍 A HUGE thank you to every individual who participated in Ride for Kids this year and helped raise over $1.1 million and counting!
A very special thank you goes to our Ride for Kids presenting sponsor Honda Motorcycles & ATVs, the Comoto Family of Brands and the many other sponsors that supported this year's event.
Ride for Kids fundraising pages will stay open until October 31, which means there is more time to access additional incentive items! If you fundraised this year, you will be contacted after fundraising closes to claim your incentives. You can check out the available items here: http://www.curethekids.org/events/ride-for-kids/incentives.html
Cuando un niño es diagnosticado con un tumor cerebral, las familias tienen muchas preguntas. Las respuestas pueden ser difíciles de encontrar. El Starfolio ofrece a las familias información y recursos prácticos en español para ayudarles a navegar estos días tan difíciles.
Publicado con el apoyo generoso de Coverys, el Starfolio en español ofrece una gran cantidad de información confiable sobre los tumores cerebrales infantiles, incluyendo herramientas y plantillas para ayudar a las familias administrar y organizar el cuidado de sus hijos. Obtenga más información sobre el Starfolio en español y cómo su familia puede obtener una copia gratis: http://www.curethekids.org/family-resources/learn/starfolio-spanish.html
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When a child is diagnosed with a brain tumor, families have lots of questions. Answers may be hard to find. The Starfolio provides Spanish-speaking families information and practical resources to help them navigate these challenging days.
Published with generous support from Coverys, the Spanish Starfolio provides a wealth of reliable information on childhood brain tumors, includes tools and templates to help families manage and organize their child’s care. Learn more about the Spanish Starfolio and how your family can get a free copy: http://www.curethekids.org/family-resources/learn/starfolio-spanish.html
Cuando un niño es diagnosticado con un tumor cerebral, las familias tienen muchas preguntas. Las respuestas pueden ser difíciles de encontrar. El Starfolio ofrece a las familias información y recursos prácticos en español para ayudarles a navegar estos días tan difíciles.
Publicado con el apoyo generoso de Coverys, el Starfolio en español ofrece una gran cantidad de información confiable sobre los tumores cerebrales infantiles, incluyendo herramientas y plantillas para ayudar a las familias administrar y organizar el cuidado de sus hijos. Obtenga más información sobre el Starfolio en español y cómo su familia puede obtener una copia gratis: http://www.curethekids.org/family-resources/learn/starfolio-spanish.html
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When a child is diagnosed with a brain tumor, families have lots of questions. Answers may be hard to find. The Starfolio provides Spanish-speaking families information and practical resources to help them navigate these challenging days.
Published with generous support from Coverys, the Spanish Starfolio provides a wealth of reliable information on childhood brain tumors, includes tools and templates to help families manage and organize their child’s care. Learn more about the Spanish Starfolio and how your family can get a free copy: http://www.curethekids.org/family-resources/learn/starfolio-spanish.html
10/05/2021
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation would like to send a special THANK YOU to everyone who took part in this year's Childhood Cancer Awareness Month activities! 💙 💛 🤍
Through the advocacy and support of Star and Eternal Star families, the Ride for Kids, PBTF GameON, Vs. Cancer and Starry Night Walk to Cure Childhood Brain Tumors communities, @The CHRIS and PAUL Show, SOS Candy NY, Marsh McLennan Agency - Southeast and so many other partners, the PBTF community showed up strong this September to #CancelChildhoodCancer! Thank you for being a champion for the children and families we serve.
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation would like to send a special THANK YOU to everyone who took part in this year's Childhood Cancer Awareness Month activities! 💙 💛 🤍
Through the advocacy and support of Star and Eternal Star families, the Ride for Kids, PBTF GameON, Vs. Cancer and Starry Night Walk to Cure Childhood Brain Tumors communities, @The CHRIS and PAUL Show, SOS Candy NY, Marsh McLennan Agency - Southeast and so many other partners, the PBTF community showed up strong this September to #CancelChildhoodCancer! Thank you for being a champion for the children and families we serve.
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The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation began with friends helping friends. When a colleague's child was diagnosed with a brain tumor, motorcycle enthusiasts Mike and Dianne Traynor wanted to do something to help. In 1984, they joined other dedicated volunteers to organize a motorcycle charity ride in Atlanta, to raise money for childhood brain tumor research.
More than 35 years after that first Ride for Kids event, the PBTF is now the leading nonprofit dedicated to children and teens with brain tumors.
Because of supporters like you, the PBTF serves the more than 28,000 kids battling brain tumors by investing in the most promising research, offering comprehensive family support and rallying communities across the country to join the fight.
It’s easy to get involved! Host a Facebook fundraiser online or get involved at a signature fundraising event near you:
If you are or know of a family in need of support, please submit our family profile form so we can learn more about you and better understand how we can help. We’ll also send you informative emails about our programs and events.
There’s no charge for any of our services or activities, and we will not give or sell your address to anyone.
Just made a Christmas donation in Steve's name to the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, he always said, "It's tough enough going through this as an adult, no child should have to go through this!" Miss you lots honey, love you more! https://www.facebook.com/curethekids
Beautiful story!
Let's donate on behalf of our VPs birthday! Happy Birthday Rob.
Hello Everyone,
I wanted to join this group because I wanted to share my story with you all and inspire each one on here that there is a sign of hope and belief to everyone who goes through a Brain Tumor procedure. My name is Andrea, I am 28 years old. At the age of 16, I was diagnosed with a Brain Tumor located in the cerebellum. This tumor is unknown to find in teenagers, it’s called Neurocytoma. I went through brain surgery for doctors to obtain a biopsy of the tumor. It’s not easy to get the news that you have been diagnose with a tumor. I was always a very positive person and always believe in miracles and that is what helped me get through all this. Aside from it all I had to be strong for my parents, I can’t imagine the pain they went through when they found out what I had. Thankfully, my tumor is non-cancerous, and I never needed medication nor chemo. Every 2 years I do my MRI’s and I always know that things would be stable for me. I use my story to inspire others and give a sign of hope to those individuals going through the same situation. I have a huge passion for service and helping others in need. Always know that we all have challenges in life, all we must learn to overcome them. We all have strength in us to over come any situation. I hope that I was able to give a sign of hope to anyone reading this post. Please don’t think twice of adding me on Facebook or reaching out to me through messenger. When individuals ask about my tumor, I always say I have a beautiful Christmas Ball in my brain and its part of me forever! I know God brought me into this world to inspire others and tell my story. I am here for you all
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Last year, my dad was diagnosed with cancer while I was in graduate school which inspired me to complete my Master's Thesis on a cancer related topic. On behalf of my research mentor and 3 other group members, I am sharing a link on your page as we are currently Occupational Therapy graduate students conducting a research study regarding the implications of pediatric cancer and how it impacts social health. We greatly appreciate your time, willingness, and consideration to help us advance the field of pediatric cancer!
If you would like to participate go to https://moravian.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1SQolsXYKtVyai1
In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, I am offering my ebook "Will Jax Be Home for Thanksgiving?" FREE today.
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All profits from the sale of the book support pediatric cancer research. Reviews appreciated. Buy a copy for your favorite children's hospital or doctor's office.
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