St. Baldrick's Foundation

Cameron is a bright, energetic, and quick-witted boy who has a passion for trains, sports, and his loved ones, especially his little brother, Evan. Just before Easter 2023, Cameron began experiencing dizziness and vomiting, which led to the discovery of a 2.5 cm brain tumor in his fourth ventricle. Thanks to the skilled doctors at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), the tumor was successfully removed. On April 19, 2023, he was diagnosed with a rare form of brain #cancer known as Posterior Fossa Group A (PFA) Ependymoma. Despite the difficulties, Cameron amazed his family by walking out of the CHOP PICU independently. He then started 33 sessions (6.5 weeks) of proton beam radiation at the University of Pennsylvania, requiring him and his parents to stay in Philadelphia during the week while they missed Evan dearly. Their weekend reunions with Evan were especially precious. Throughout his #treatment, Cameron showed incredible bravery, experiencing only hair loss, which took the shape of a heart. His family received encouraging news that the tumor was localized with no signs of metastasis. Remarkably, he didn’t need any therapy after surgery and even learned to ride a bike just two hours after one of his treatments. Every 3 months, Cameron will be monitored with MRIs to ensure there are no changes—his most recent MRI in August showed no evidence of disease! #Research saved Cameron’s life, but much work still needs to be done. Donate to give the next generation of kids with cancer the best chance at survival: https://ow.ly/kxf650UfYs6 #ResearchIsHope #researchmatters #childhoodcancerawareness

?? Exciting progress in the fight against #neuroblastoma, straight from our 2023 Annual Report! Dr. Andras Heczey, a St. Baldrick’s Foundation – American Cancer Society awardee, recently shared promising results from a Phase 1 clinical trial testing an #immunotherapy for 12 children with neuroblastoma. Key findings include: ? The treatment was safe and well-tolerated. ? 25% of participants responded positively—2 had partial improvement, and 1 experienced complete tumor shrinkage. ? #Researchers identified that suppressing the BTG1 gene significantly boosted immune cells' ability to attack #cancer in models. The next step is understanding how BTG1 impacts immune cells to further refine this therapy. This groundbreaking #research highlights the importance of investing in pediatric cancer studies and brings hope for more effective treatments for children. ?? #researchishope #childhoodcancerawareness #childhoodcancer #PediatricCancerResearch #InnovationInHealth

#GivingTuesday is coming up next Tuesday! Don’t forget to mark your calendar for December 3 to join the global movement and help #FundTheNextCure for pediatric #cancer. Repost to help spread the word! ?? #researchishope #childhoodcancerawareness #charity #giveback #philanthropy #nonprofit

?? Research Outcomes: Unlocking Hope ?? At St. Baldrick’s, we believe #research is the key to saving lives and creating a brighter future for kids with #cancer. In the latest Research Outcomes, we highlight how your support is driving groundbreaking progress—advancing treatments, increasing survival rates, and uncovering innovative ways to combat childhood cancers. Every discovery brings us closer to cures, and together, we’re delivering hope to kids and families everywhere. ?? Read more about the impact YOU make possible: ?? https://ow.ly/7iFy50Uaij8 #researchishope #PediatricCancerResearch #childhoodcancerawareness #childhoodcancer #researchmatters #progress

Thanks to childhood #cancer #research, Ambassador Scott is here with us today. ?? Every discovery and every step forward gives kids with cancer a fighting chance at survival. Thank you for all that you do for kids like Scott. Like and repost to show support! #childhoodcancer #childhoodcancerawareness #conquerkidscancer #researchishope

If your #company is seeking a purpose-driven initiative, we invite you to join us in the fight to #ConquerKidsCancer! St. Baldrick’s partners with businesses to fund lifesaving #research and bring hope to families. Learn more: https://ow.ly/e2K150UagYW #researchishope #giveback #philanthropy #researchmatters #dogood

November marks #NationalCaregiversMonth, a time to recognize the resilience and dedication of #caregivers, especially parents of children with #cancer. ?? Kelsey Mora, the creator of The Dot Method, compiled key strategies to support caregivers, from accessing valuable resources to prioritizing self-care. These tools aim to help caregivers navigate their journey with strength and support. Explore these strategies: https://bit.ly/4eFexL1 #ChildhoodCancer #CaregiverSupport #LinkedInCommunity

As we reflect on the impact of every gift toward childhood #cancer #research, we’re especially grateful for those supporters who invest not only in today but in the future. ?? Have you thought about including a #legacy gift in your estate plan? With year-end planning underway, now is the perfect time to explore philanthropic options that align with your goals. St. Baldrick’s is proud to offer FreeWill, a complimentary tool for our supporters, making it easy to care for what matters most while helping fund critical research for kids with cancer. Consider creating a lasting impact for generations to come: https://ow.ly/vC1p50U9p2p #estateplanning #legacygift #plannedgiving #philanthropy #will #researchishope

We're excited to announce over $1.2 million in infrastructure grants aimed at advancing pediatric #cancer clinical trials. This funding empowers the dedicated teams – clinical #research associates, #nurses, and support staff – who are essential in bringing new #treatment options and hope to children facing cancer. Learn more about how you’re helping kids with cancer: https://ow.ly/Q18h50U9zIf #researchishope #researchmatters #PediatricCancerResearch #ConquerKidsCancer #ClinicalTrials

?? Get excited for #GivingTuesday on December 3! Mark your calendars. Together, we can fund #research that saves lives and leads to lasting cures. Like and repost to help spread the word! #researchishope #childhoodcancerawareness #charity #giveback #philanthropy #nonprofit