CURE Childhood Cancer

Please join us in welcoming Matt Baker to our Board of Directors. Matt and his wife, Donna, have been great friends to CURE for several years and we are excited for him to take this leadership role. He said: “We are blessed to have two healthy children. However, we became involved with CURE over 6 years ago when my wife joined the board, and I was involved with the Believe Ball committee. Since that time, I’ve had the opportunity to see firsthand the work and impact that CURE has, advancing research for a cure and aiding families battling childhood cancer. We’ve attended multiple CURE events and had the opportunity to be in the hospital and interact with families served by CURE, and I am hoping to continue our family’s work with this amazing organization. The goal is to put CURE out of business one day!”

Brit Turner was truly a heart that beat for others. To us at CURE, Brit wasn't just a supporter or a donor – he was family. He was a warrior who fought tirelessly for a cause bigger than himself. He supported families, touched countless lives, and instilled hope in so many. We’re honored and grateful that his legacy lives on. Brit’s impact on the childhood cancer community will continue to inspire us for years to come.

Do you know someone in Louisana, California, or Virginia who is ready to step up and fight for every child? We need flag captains in these states to spread the word and help us beat childhood cancer. Tag them here and make sure to visit cureflags.org and order your flag!

Our new fiscal year began on July 1, and we are excited to share a glimpse into the incredible impact you’ve made over the past year. From advancing precision medicine and other critical research to providing crucial family support, your generosity has truly changed lives. We invite you to explore this report and see firsthand how your support is offering hope and driving progress in the fight against childhood cancer by visiting curechildhoodcancer.org/24.

Fiscal Year Report 2024 - CURE Childhood Cancer Read more about Fiscal Year Report 2024 on the CURE Childhood Cancer website.

Did you know that UGA Head Coach Kirby Smart’s brother is a childhood cancer survivor who was treated by CURE’s founder, Dr. Ragab? Our mission is personal to Coach Smart, and we truly appreciate the grant given by the Kirby Smart Family Foundation last week. An easy way to join the coach in supporting children with cancer is by kicking off September with your own CURE Flag from cureflags.org.

On Milestone Monday, meet Ava. She was diagnosed with leukemia in April of 2023 and spent her entire 10th-grade year participating in the hospital homebound school program while going through the first phases of her treatment. Ava has reached her maintenance phase and is now cancer-free! She started her junior year of high school and will be finishing treatment in March 2026! Way to go, Ava!

If you are the parent of a childhood cancer warrior, we would love to celebrate your child's milestones with you. Visit curechildhoodcancer.org/milestones and tell us about your hero.

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is coming, and an easy way to help is by purchasing a CURE Flag. Every flag is a symbol of support and a direct contribution to childhood cancer research. Join the fight for every child at cureflags.org.

Sponsorships are available for Homecoming on November 9 at Forest City Gun Club in Savannah. The evening will feature delicious food and cocktails, live music from the Bourbon Boys, football games on the big screen, and heartwarming stories that will leave you inspired. Visit curechildhoodcancer.org/homecoming for more information and to purchase tickets. For questions, email Jenny Wilkins at [email protected].

Help us color the whole country gold! If your state isn't gold yet, you can fix that by becoming a flag captain. Being a flag captain is easy; all you do is promote flag sales in your community and arrange flag pick-up. Visit cureflags.org to get started. And if you know someone in AL, TN, NC, KY, or another state that isn’t gold, tag them on this post to get them involved!

Emmy loves barrel racing and is well on her way to becoming a Cowgirl Princess. But first, she has to overcome a new obstacle: leukemia. One way her family is fighting back is by sharing her story in September as a part of CURE’s Kids, a program where we partner with families to raise funds for critical research and family support. Join the fight and share your childhood cancer story at cureskids.org.

The simple act of buying a CURE Flag brings comfort to families battling childhood cancer in your community. One mom told us she felt "hugged" every time she saw a flag flying. Wherever you are, join the fight for every child by ordering your 2024 flag today at cureflags.org.

We had a great time a few weeks ago as the University of Georgia’s Women's Basketball Team traveled all the way from Athens to help us serve dinner to children with cancer and their families. The kids loved meeting these student-athletes. Special thanks to The Partnership for connecting us.

Southern Baked Pie Company's handmade sweet and savory pies ship nationwide and make a great gift – whether personal or corporate. They offer delicious desserts as well as pies that are meals such as their chicken pot pie. Ordering these treats just got sweeter because, during August, a portion of each pie ordered will benefit CURE. Your gift will ship in September and can be enjoyed immediately or frozen for holiday gatherings. Start your order by emailing [email protected] by August 31st.

Give hope to young cancer fighters by purchasing a 2024 CURE Flag! Your purchase supports families and funds vital research for better treatments. One flag = real impact. Get yours at cureflags.org and fund a fighting chance for children with cancer today.

Thank you to Debbie Mayo for sponsoring Open Arms meals today in Savannah. We truly appreciate you taking the time to deliver the meals and meet the patients and families while they enjoyed their meals from Jason's Deli.

What’s more refreshing than an ice-cold cup of lemonade on a hot day? Seeing two amazing girls set up a neighborhood lemonade stand that raised more than $300 for CURE! Thank you, Marlee and Chloe, for helping make a difference for children battling cancer.

Thank you to the Marder Family for sponsoring today's Open Arms lunch to honor their daughter Kathy's birthday. The families enjoyed gourmet sandwiches from Honey Baked Ham.

You can make a difference for children with cancer by purchasing any of our new September arrivals in the CURE Store. Grab a t-shirt, hat, or gold ribbon necklace and show your support. Remember, the only place to get authentic CURE merchandise that supports our mission to conquer childhood cancer is at the CURE Store! Visit shopcurechildhoodcancer.org today.

Can you help us stock the CURE Food Pantry at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Egleston campus with pre-packaged food items? This helps with the cost of food and ensures families in treatment have access to food 24 hours a day. Visit curechildhoodcancer.org/pantryitems to purchase items from our Amazon list and have them shipped to us so that we can make sure the pantry is full for families who depend on it.

We’re celebrating with Jacob today. Not only is he turning 12, but he is also 10 years cancer-free! He plays soccer, is on a swim team, and will be starting the 7th grade soon. Please join us in congratulating him on this huge milestone.

If you are the parent of a childhood cancer warrior, we would love to celebrate your child's milestones with you. Visit curechildhoodcancer.org/milestones and tell us about your hero.

Thanks to Bad Daddy's Burger Bar for sponsoring our open Arms lunch at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston. The burgers and chicken sandwiches were a special treat for the children and their families.

Thank you, Atlanta United FC, for treating two cancer survivors and their families to a special match. Everyone had a fantastic time, and Alex was thrilled to be the honorary captain.

At CURE Childhood Cancer, we believe we have something truly special – a place where compassion meets dedication and persistence. If you’re ready to collaborate, push boundaries, and make a difference, join us in the relentless pursuit of ending childhood cancer. We are currently looking for a brilliant graphic designer to join our growing team. To learn more about this opportunity or to apply, visit curechildhoodcancer.org/careers.

Thanks to Red Barn Homes and Roc.Star Kids for sponsoring yesterday's Open Arms lunch! The children and caregivers enjoyed lunch from Local Expedition Woodfired Grill.

If you would like to learn how you, your company, or your organization can sponsor and serve a meal to children in the hospital, please visit curechildhoodcancer.org/openarms.

Thank you to Kaleb Scroggin and Anjali Sharma for sponsoring Open Arms meals today at Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah. The patients and families enjoyed a delicious meal from Yia Yia's Kitchen. Also, thank you to Yia Yia's for providing a generous discount on the meals.

A delicious partnership between CURE and Pearson Farm during the second annual Peach Week in Savannah and Atlanta raised nearly $13,000. This four-day fundraising initiative saw restaurants craft a unique peach-inspired signature dish. The Winning Peach Dish was awarded to Brochu's Family Tradition in Savannah and Kindred in Atlanta. Pearson Farm also donated peaches that we were able to sell directly. We genuinely appreciate Pearson Farm and the restaurants that participated.

We are excited to share a significant step forward in CURE’s 49-year effort to find cures for childhood cancers as we proudly announce a $5.6 million investment in innovative research studies – the largest amount we've ever committed in a single year. Read more about this important progress toward conquering childhood cancer at curechildhoodcancer.org/2024research.

2024 Research Awards - CURE Childhood Cancer Read our post about 2024 Research Awards on the CURE Childhood Cancer blog.

You can provide hope for children fighting cancer by purchasing the 2024 CURE Flag. Not only will you show your support for families in your area, but your flag will also fund lifesaving research that will provide hope for better cures for tomorrow. Visit cureflags.org today.

A special thanks to the Richmond Hill Lions Club for helping deliver lunches in Savannah and gifting the inpatient families new pajamas that they collected during their statewide project this year. The families loved meeting the Lions Club members!

A special thanks to the Leonard family for sponsoring last night's Open Arms dinner to honor Justin's birthday. His mother said, “Justin was lost in April after a courageous 10-month battle with leukemia. Justin was a vibrant 8-year-old who loved building Legos, exotic cars, and Harry Potter. He loved watching and attending sporting events, including the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United. He will be forever missed.”