Isabella Santos Foundation

We recently had the privilege of joining Atrium Health Levine Children's and several incredible teens battling rare cancers for a day of adventure at Catawba Riverkeeper! It was inspiring to connect with these young warriors and see firsthand how our Live My Dreams program lifts their spirits. For children undergoing inpatient treatment, many typical childhood experiences are out of reach—something Isabella knew all too well, which is what inspired the creation of this program. Thanks to your generous support, Live My Dreams gives pediatric cancer patients the chance to forget about cancer, even for just one day, and simply enjoy being a kid again. We are so grateful for your continued support in making these moments possible.

Calling all car enthusiasts! After a five-year hiatus, Kooks is back with their eleventh annual Kruise-In this Saturday, October 12, and they’re generously donating proceeds to the Isabella Santos Foundation to support our mission in funding research for rare pediatric cancer. Bring the family out for a day of dyno pulls, a burnout contest, a car show, activities for the kiddos and more. Display your ride or attend as a spectator. https://lnkd.in/e4PS-7np

Mark your calendar for the Mad Hatter’s High Tea Party presented by Hendrick Automotive Group, and let’s journey down the rabbit hole together to imagine a world without childhood cancer. This whimsical event blends high fashion, philanthropy and community, offering the perfect occasion for networking, a mom’s morning out or a glam moment with your favorite gals. ?? Carmel Country Club ?? October 29-31 ? 9 - 11:30 a.m. Make the magic happen—purchase your ticket or become a table captain today. https://lnkd.in/eUHRBsiB

Our hearts are heavy as we learn more about the devastating impact Hurricane Helene has had on Asheville's hospital, Mission Health, and their pediatric oncology clinic. Fighting a rare pediatric cancer diagnosis is hard enough, but now many of these young patients are facing additional life-threatening challenges. ?? We are proud to share that 100% of the proceeds from our recent event at Goldie's Live Music Bar and Restaurant, held to close out Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, have been donated to Mission Health to support their critical efforts. If you’d like to contribute further, email [email protected] for more details. #supportnc #missionhealth #childhoodcancerawareness #hurricanerelief

Join us for an unforgettable night as we wrap up Childhood Cancer Awareness Month! Don't miss your chance to grab tickets for Go Gold at Goldie’s TONIGHT. - Goldie's Live Music Bar and Restaurant - Doors open at 6 p.m. - Live show from Southside Watt - Beer from Sugar Creek Brewing Company Bring a colleague for an after-work social and help us support our cancer heroes. Tickets below: https://lnkd.in/e6XUkaaJ #childhoodcancerawareness

Hailey R. and Katy B. Ryan from our team had the privilege of sitting down with Eugene Robinson at WCNC Charlotte to discuss ISF’s final efforts for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, including our exciting Go Gold at Goldie’s concert for a cause on September 30. Catch the full segment to learn about our last fundraising push of the month and discover more ways you can support kids with cancer in the months ahead. Let’s keep driving awareness and critical funding for all rare cancer heroes! https://lnkd.in/eCa29kv2?

ISF's Executive Director, Erin Santos-Primis is hosting a table at our upcoming Brunch Club event! Be sure to grab your seat up front with her and hear all about what ISF is up to. This is going to be a fabulous morning and you won’t want to miss out. https://lnkd.in/eUHRBsiB

A huge thank you to Three Wish Society Member Lisa Palladino and the team at Atrium Health Levine Children's for hosting a poetry and art workshop for children battling rare cancer as part of our Live My Dreams program. Inspired by Isabella Santos’ three wishes: Beat, Grow, Live, the beautiful works created by these young warriors will be compiled into an anthology titled “Wishes and Wings: Poems by and For Pediatric Cancer Heroes.” Once completed, it will be available for purchase. It was a truly special evening, offering families a chance to connect and giving the children a safe space to express themselves.

We’re honored to have been finalists for One Cause’s 2024 Storyteller of the Year award! Members of our team had the privilege of attending the recent RAISE conference in Nashville, where we connected with other nonprofits and learned from top leaders in the industry. ? This experience left us inspired, energized and more determined than ever to continue making a difference for our rare cancer heroes. Thank you, OneCause, for this amazing recognition! ? #onecause #nonprofitcommunity #rarecancerawareness #fearlessfundraisers #storytelleroftheyear

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