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🎄🎁 Help create a special holiday season for families facing childhood cancer. CURE is hosting holiday parties in Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta. These are special events filled with Santa, crafts, games, music, laughter, and plenty of holiday magic. For families who have spent so much of the year navigating doctor visits, hospital stays, and treatment, this is a chance to simply celebrate, laugh, and make happy memories together. We’re looking for Holiday Party Sponsors to help make this special day possible! With your support, we hope to welcome more than 100 CURE families and give children a day they’ll remember long after the holidays are over. If you or your company would like to sponsor this meaningful celebration, we’d love to have you join us! Please reach out to Karen Rutherford at karen@curechildhoodcancer.org to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #SeasonOfGiving #HolidayGiving #MakeADifference

Hope, friendship, and community were at the heart of this year’s Catie’s Gathering Bluffton-HHI. 💛 Together, attendees raised an incredible $93,000 for CURE Childhood Cancer, helping fuel the research and family support that children with cancer need. The evening featured the event’s signature themed tables, exciting auction experiences, and moving stories from local families whose daughters met during treatment and have remained friends as they continue their healing journeys. Every table, bid, sponsorship, volunteer hour, and act of generosity helped make this night possible. Thank you to everyone who joined us, supported us, and stood alongside families facing childhood cancer. We are so grateful to have you as part of the CURE community! #CUREChildhoodCancer #CatiesGathering #ChildhoodCancerAwareness

This weekend, Atlanta came together for children fighting cancer. 🎗️ The 13th Annual Believe Ball brought together advocates, partners, families, and supporters at The St. Regis Atlanta for an evening dedicated to advancing the future of childhood cancer research and supporting families through every stage of treatment and beyond. The program featured heartfelt remarks from Nicole and Colby Chiles about their son Grant’s story, recognition of childhood cancer survivor Matt Gephardt as the recipient of the Ragab Spirit of Hope Award, and the presentation of the Corporate Challenge Award to Novelis. As Dean Crownover energized the room through the live auction and Fund-a-CURE, our guests demonstrated the power of a community united by purpose. The celebration continued well into the evening with music from Papa Sol, dancing, and time spent together in support of CURE’s mission. Thank you to our sponsors, supporters, and volunteers for making this extraordinary evening possible. A special thank you to our Presenting Sponsors Delta Air Lines (@delta), Chicken Salad Chick Foundation (@chickensaladchickfoundation), and Novelis (@novelisinc). #CUREChildhoodCancer #BelieveBall2026

The heart of Catie's Gathering has always been carrying forward Catie Wilkins' legacy by supporting children and families affected by childhood cancer and advancing research that creates better outcomes. This evening, at the Bluffton-Hilton Head event, two local families will share the story of how their daughters—Ella and Micki—became friends while receiving treatment for leukemia. Micki was just four years old when she was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), while Ella faced acute myeloid leukemia (AML), months of hospitalization, and later a bone marrow transplant after her cancer returned. Instead of meeting on a playground, they met on the oncology floor. While undergoing treatment, they spent time together in the hospital playroom, building a friendship that helped carry them and their families through long hospital stays, uncertainty, and the many challenges that come with childhood cancer. Today, Micki has completed treatment, and Ella is celebrating one year in remission. Their milestones are a testament to the progress that has been made, but their story also serves as a reminder that thousands of children and families are still navigating the realities of a cancer diagnosis. Ella's and Micki's journeys underscore the purpose behind Catie's Gatherings: supporting families facing childhood cancer today through programs like financial assistance, counseling, and hospital support, and investing in research that can lead to better treatments for the children who will be diagnosed tomorrow. #CUREChildhoodCancer #CatiesGathering #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ChildhoodCancerResearch #CommunitySupport

As preparations are underway for Believe Ball this weekend, we're reflecting on last year's highlights and the incredible community that makes this event possible. We extend our sincere gratitude to our Presenting Sponsors, Delta Air Lines (@delta), Chicken Salad Chick Foundation @chickensaladchickfoundation), and Novelis (@novelisinc); our Platinum Sponsor, Ellen and John Yates; and all of our Gold Sponsors for their generous support. Believe Ball is our signature fundraising event, bringing together leaders, philanthropists, and advocates who share a commitment to changing the future of childhood cancer. In a single evening, the event generates critical funding for groundbreaking pediatric cancer research and essential family support programs, helping children and families navigate the challenges of a cancer diagnosis. Since its inception, Believe Ball has raised more than $15 million to accelerate progress for children who urgently need better treatment options. #CUREChildhoodCancer #BelieveBall2026 #ChildhoodCancerAwareness

As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we are extremely grateful for the many ways our community showed up and turned awareness into action. This September, you helped advance our mission to fund childhood cancer research and provide critical support to children and families facing cancer through: 💛 Corporate partnerships that benefited CURE all month long 💛 Restaurant give-back nights that brought communities together around a shared cause 💛 High school Gold Out games that raised awareness under Friday night lights 💛 Volunteering to make blankets, snack bags, toiletry kits, and activity bags for families in the hospital 💛 Supporting local businesses that created and sold special products 💛 Schools, organizations, and businesses that hosted Coins4CURE drives 💛 Purchasing CURE Flags and CURE merchandise 💛 Getting involved through donating, attending an event, or sharing our mission No matter how you chose to support CURE this month, your impact was felt. 🎗️ As the world goes pink for October, CURE stays gold for children fighting cancer. We know the need for research and family support doesn’t end when September does. Thank you for continuing to stand with the children and families we serve. #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #NoChildFightsAlone #ChildhoodCancerResearch #SupportFamilies

1 in 5 families face food insecurity while their child is in treatment. CURE serves more than 24,000 meals each year to hospitalized families. A childhood cancer diagnosis affects far more than a child's health. From meals at the hospital to other critical family support services, CURE works to help families focus on what matters most: their child. This September, we're grateful to Alpharetta Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics @alpharettachildrensdentistry for supporting that mission through its annual Coins4CURE fundraiser. What began with Dr. Mac in 2014 continues today as the ACDO family comes together to collect spare change and donations that make a meaningful difference for children with cancer and their families. 💛 Stop by ACDO's office and add to the coin jar, or donate online on their website. Every penny helps ensure families receive the support they need during some of life's most difficult moments. #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #SupportingFamilies

This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we invite our supporters in the Lowcountry to turn awareness into action. One way to make a meaningful difference is by becoming a table host or hostess for Catie's Gathering Bluffton on October 3. Named in memory of Catie Wilkins, who earned her wings at the age of 4, the event brings communities together to honor children impacted by cancer, remember those we've lost, and raise critical funds for pediatric cancer research and family support through CURE Childhood Cancer. At the heart of Catie's Gathering are the themed tables created by hosts and hostesses. Whether inspired by a favorite hobby, sports team, tradition, or a child who has touched your life, each table helps create an unforgettable evening while supporting a mission that matters. Keep the momentum of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month going. Host a table at Catie's Gathering Bluffton and be part of a community working to change the future for children with cancer. Learn more at catiesgathering.org or the link in our bio!

This month, we remember Mary Elizabeth Paris, whose determination in the face of unimaginable challenges left a lasting mark on everyone who followed her story. Diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) at age 11, she endured years of treatment, multiple bone marrow transplants, and unimaginable complications with remarkable determination. Along the way, hundreds of thousands followed her journey, inspired by her resilience, her love for her family, and the way she continued to find joy even in the hardest moments. Her story brought widespread awareness to the realities of childhood cancer and continues to inspire action today. We also remember Melissa and Lake, two extraordinary children whose lives became forever connected to Mary Elizabeth through a shared diagnosis of AML and a friendship that united three families. Together, their legacies live on through the United for a CURE Fund, which supports critical AML research and helps advance better treatments for children facing this disease. Learn more about the impact of the United for a CURE Fund on our website at curechildhoodcancer.org. #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ChildhoodCancerResearch

What a night in Bryan County. 💛🎗️ Thanks to the incredible generosity of this community, Catie’s Gathering Bryan County raised more than $170,000 to support CURE Childhood Cancer’s mission of funding critical research and providing essential support for patients and families facing childhood cancer. From hearing Rhea’s inspirational story and participating in an exciting live auction, to live music and raffles, games, prizes and a fantastic silent auction, the evening was filled with generosity, energy, and purpose. Thank you to our top sponsors, Badger Rental, CUB Enterprises, Industrial Technical Coatings and Barfield Enterprises, and to everyone who attended, donated, volunteered and supported the event. Together, you’re helping ensure that no child faces cancer alone. #CatiesGathering #CUREChildhoodCancer #NoChildFightsAlone #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth

One doctor's vision. Countless lives impacted. 💛 On Dr. Abdel Ragab's birthday, we celebrate the physician whose vision helped transform childhood cancer care in Georgia and laid the foundation for what would become CURE Childhood Cancer. When Dr. Ragab arrived in Atlanta in 1975 as the city's only pediatric oncologist, he faced enormous challenges. With limited resources, no research budget, and even a lack of basic equipment needed to diagnose childhood cancers, he knew more was needed for children and families facing a diagnosis. Determined to build a pediatric oncology research program, Dr. Ragab turned to the community for support. Members of the Atlanta Alumnae chapter of Tri Delta and parents of his patients came together to fund the purchase of a microscope needed to advance childhood cancer care. Their efforts led to the creation of a Georgia nonprofit that would eventually become CURE Childhood Cancer. More than 50 years later, Dr. Ragab's impact continues to be felt in remarkable ways: 💛 Kate Bellamy, CURE's Coordinator for Patient & Family Services and a childhood cancer survivor, was once one of Dr. Ragab's patients. Decades later, he still kept a framed photo of the two of them in his office in Egypt. 🎗Recently, our Patient & Family Services team in Savannah met a nurse practitioner whose aunt was treated by Dr. Ragab after being diagnosed with childhood cancer in the late 1970s. These connections are a powerful reminder that Dr. Ragab's influence extends far beyond the organization he founded. It lives on in survivors, families, healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocates working to improve outcomes for children with cancer. As we recognize Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we're grateful for the vision that started it all and for the countless lives that continue to be changed because one physician believed children with cancer deserved more. #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #ChildhoodCancerResearch

Through Open Arms, families receive a meal during some of their longest and most difficult days in the hospital. Recently, several meal sponsorships have come from families who know that journey firsthand and who have chosen to turn their love for someone special into support for others. We are deeply grateful to the families of Kathy Marder, Justin Leonard, Nina Thomson, and Henry Grossenbacher, who sponsored meals in honor of their loved ones. Kathy's family shared that she "was a joy and an inspiration to many" and that she would be happy to know they continue giving back to help other families. Nina's family remembers her as a bright, compassionate, and talented young woman who loved cooking, sharing meals, and bringing people together. Henry's family sponsored lunches on what would have been his 7th birthday, hoping to take one thing off another family's plate after experiencing firsthand the support CURE provided during his treatment. To the families who continue showing up for others while honoring those you love, thank you. Your generosity creates moments of comfort for families walking a path you know all too well, and your loved ones' legacies continue to touch lives in meaningful ways. 💛 #CUREChildhoodCancer #OpenArmsMealProgram #ChildhoodCancerAwareness

Cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in children, and the number of children being diagnosed continues to rise. This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we're grateful for partners like Chicken Salad Chick (@chickensaladchick) who are helping move progress forward. Throughout September, proceeds from every Lemon Burst Buttercream Cookie sold will support CURE's mission of funding critical childhood cancer research and providing support to families facing childhood cancer. 🎗 Stop by your local Chicken Salad Chick, enjoy a sweet treat, and help make a difference for children and families affected by childhood cancer. 💛 #CUREChildhoodCancer #CookiesforaCURE #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #ChildhoodCancerResearch #NoChildFightsAlone

Five years ago, Emma was learning how to walk again. Today, she's celebrating five years cancer-free. 💛 When Emma was diagnosed in 2020, her family's world changed in an instant. After surgery to remove a spinal cord tumor, Emma faced not only a cancer diagnosis but also a spinal cord injury that required weeks of rehabilitation, a wheelchair, a leg brace, and countless hours of physical therapy. The challenges didn't stop there. Her tumor grew twice, requiring additional surgery and eventually 14 months of chemotherapy. Through every setback, Emma met each challenge with remarkable strength and determination. Now 18, Emma has turned her experience into a passion for helping others. From fundraising for CURE and volunteering at Lauren's Run, to serving with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Camp Sunshine, she is giving back to the community that supported her throughout her journey with a personal understanding of how funding research and supporting families in the hospital can make a difference in the lives of those facing childhood cancer. Do you know a childhood cancer hero whose story you'd like to share? Submit their information at the Hero Wall link in our bio and help us honor the children and families who inspire us every day. #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerSurvivor #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ChildhoodCancerResearch

Please join us in wishing Reese a very happy 11th birthday! 🎉💛 At just 10 months old, Reese was diagnosed with stage 4 malignant tumor at the base of her spine, and began a difficult journey through treatment at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. After surgery and months of care, she rang the bell in 2016, celebrating the end of treatment and a hard-fought victory. Today, Reese is an energetic 5th grader who keeps busy on the soccer field, strumming her guitar, taking the stage in school productions, and making the most of every moment that childhood has to offer. Through Reese’s Fund, Reese and her family are helping advance research for childhood solid tumors, honoring the medical team that saved her life and creating better outcomes for children facing cancer. As we celebrate Reese today, we're also grateful for the impact her story continues to make on childhood cancer research and the families it serves. 💛 Learn more about Reese's Fund on our website! #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ChildhoodCancerResearch #ChildhoodCancerSurvivor

As a new school year begins, we're celebrating student warriors who have beat or are currently fighting childhood cancer. 🎗 Some of these students are years removed from treatment, while others are balancing school alongside hospital visits and appointments. Each one has faced challenges no child never should, and each milestone deserves to be recognized. Whether they're starting kindergarten, heading into a new grade, or returning to the classroom after time away, these students remind us that every school year brings moments worth celebrating. We're honored to celebrate these incredible children and the strength, determination, and joy they bring to every classroom they enter. 💛 #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerWarrior #ChildhoodCancerSurvivor #BacktoSchool

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 🎗️ At CURE, our mission is rooted in helping families navigate childhood cancer today while investing in lifesaving research that will create better outcomes for generations to come. This month, there are so many ways to support CURE and our brave families navigating childhood cancer: 💛 Attend a local restaurant give-back night or Gold Out game 💛 Wear a CURE September shirt to spread awareness and start conversations 💛 Display a CURE Flag to remind young warriors that no child fights alone 💛 Shop a local business who has partnered with CURE We hope you’ll join us and help us move our mission forward! #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #ChildhoodCancerResearch #ChildhoodCancerSupport

Thank you to the Columbus Clingstones @goclingstones for hosting such a memorable Family Night for children battling cancer. Saturday’s game was a powerful reminder that no family fights childhood cancer alone. The evening brought families together for fun, connection, and shared memories, surrounded by a community that stands with them. 💛 The support extended far beyond the ballpark, with the Clingstones community raising an incredible $10,000 through the night’s auction to help fund critical childhood cancer research and family support programs. Thank you for helping create moments of joy while making a meaningful impact in the fight against childhood cancer. 🎗️ #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ColumbusClingstones #CommunityImpact

September is just around the corner! 🎗️ Gear up for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with your favorite CURE merch and help raise awareness for brave children fighting cancer. From flags to tees and more, every purchase helps fuel lifesaving research and supports families. Shop your favorites on our website and get your flag at cureflags.org! #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #NoChildFightsAlone #childhoodcancerawarenessmonth #gogold🎗

Happy Halloween from CURE! 🎃🍬 A childhood cancer diagnosis can mean missing school parties, neighborhood trick-or-treating, and other moments that make childhood special. That's why CURE's Patient and Family Services team brought Halloween to the hospital this week, visiting children in Atlanta and Savannah for a reverse trick-or-treat and delivering treats, surprises, and smiles right to their rooms. Creating moments of joy and normalcy is an important part of helping families navigate childhood cancer, and we're grateful to celebrate Halloween with some incredible kids. 💛 A special thank you to Melanie Phillips for creating handmade trick-or-treat bags for our Savannah patients. Your thoughtfulness helped make the day even more memorable for the children and families we serve. #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #Halloween #TrickorTreat #ChildhoodMemories #SavingChildhoodDreams

Only 5% of federal cancer research funding is dedicated to childhood cancers, despite the urgent need for better treatments and healthier outcomes for children. CURE invests in research designed to improve treatments available to children today while advancing new approaches for cancers that still have few effective options. In 2026 alone, CURE is funding 17 research grants at leading institutions across the country totaling $5.7 million to help accelerate progress for children with cancer. This September, The Ice Cream Stop is helping make that progress possible. Every Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., 15% of sales at its Richmond Hill, Pooler, Rincon, and Bluffton locations will support CURE's mission to fund lifesaving childhood cancer research and provide critical support for families navigating a diagnosis. Grab your favorite scoop and join us in making a difference this Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 💛 #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #ChildhoodCancerResearch

10 years ago, Mark Myers joined CURE with a purpose. Following the loss of his youngest daughter, Kylie, to Ewing sarcoma in 2015, he committed himself to fulfilling her final wish: find a cure so other children don't have to suffer as she did. Over the last decade, Mark has helped tell the stories of the children and families we serve, bringing our mission to life through digital content that helps others connect with our mission. He has also helped advance CURE's research mission, supporting the annual process in which CURE invests in the next generation of pediatric cancer researchers. Whether attending community fundraisers, supporting corporate partners, or helping colleagues behind the scenes, he consistently goes above and beyond to advance our mission. And as a fun piece of CURE history, he was also our first male staff member! Mark truly embodies the heart of CURE. Through his unwavering dedication, he continues to honor and fulfill Kylie’s wish, ensuring her legacy lives on in the lives of the children and families we serve. Thank you, Mark, for 10 years of service, passion, and purpose. We are incredibly grateful to have you on our team. 💛

For some children facing cancer, today's treatment options aren't enough. As Parker bravely battles leukemia, her story underscores the need for continued childhood cancer research. Described by her family as "the definition of resilience," Parker has faced treatment with remarkable bravery and joy. She loves the color pink, enjoys tumbling, and rarely misses a chance to stay active. Much like her favorite song, "Girl on Fire," she continues to approach each day with strength and determination. Children like Parker deserve to enjoy their childhood, explore their passions, and grow up to achieve their dreams. That's why CURE invests in innovative research and precision medicine, helping doctors better understand the unique biology behind each child's cancer and identify more personalized treatment options for a better and healthier future. Learn more on our website at curechildhoodcancer.org. #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ChildhoodCancerResearch #PrecisionMedicine #NoChildFightsAlone

Every purchase of a CURE Flag funds a fighting chance for kids like Bernadette. Visit the link in our bio to order yours today! 💛 Nearly 10 years ago, Bernadette was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia at just 18 months old. Today, she's a thriving 11-year-old, a proud 6th grader, and recently walked 150 km on the Camino Francés from St. Jean Pied de Port to Viana carrying this year's CURE Childhood Cancer flag. Stories like Bernadette's are possible because of advancements in research and the support families receive throughout their childhood cancer journey. When you purchase a CURE flag, you're helping fund lifesaving pediatric cancer research and critical family support programs. Join us in honoring every child impacted by cancer and helping move progress forward. Purchase your flag today. 🎗️ #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #NoChildFightsAlone #ChildhoodCancerResearch

One of the most important aspects of serving our families is creating opportunities for connection and community. Across Savannah, Augusta, and Atlanta, we held our annual ice cream party for patients, parents, caregivers, and care teams to come together and enjoy an afternoon of fun activities and plenty of sweet treats. These moments may seem small, but they're part of what makes the CURE community so special. 💛 #CUREChildhoodCancer #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #NoChildFightsAlone

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