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Get ready for some news that will make you want to jig with joy!

On Saturday, St. Baldrick’s Lepre-Con 2016 succeeded in breaking the world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as leprechauns — while helping kids with cancer!

In a celebration presented by Sport Clips Haircuts, a whopping 1,466 people descended on Las Vegas dressed in their leprechaun best, successfully sham-rocking their way past the previous record set in Ireland in 2012.

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Today we’re thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership — we’re teaming up with Sport Clips Haircuts to conquer childhood cancer! Sport Clips has been a St. Baldrick’s supporter for many years and has generously committed to donating $1 million over the next three years. Read on for the story of a Sport Clips stylist who has dedicated almost a decade to clipping for kids with cancer.

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It was the ultimate showdown — the first Battle of the Bald between colleges to see who could raise the most money for lifesaving childhood cancer research. Now, the dust has settled and the results are in!

First place:  Delta Tau Delta at Kennesaw State University

First prize goes to the Iota Theta chapter of Delta Tau Delta at Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, Georgia, for their long-running Greeks Go Bald event. Held at a local mall to involve the whole community, the event raised a mind-blowing $33,042 in a mere two months.

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Ditch the long lines, crowded stores and distinctly un-festive frustration — St. Baldrick’s is here! Check out these unique gifts that give back to kids with cancer and put some of that jolly back into your holiday. Because that’s what it’s all about, isn’t it?

The St. Baldrick’s Shop

Want some St. Baldrick’s swag this holiday season? We’ve got you covered! With hats, shirts and more, the St. Baldrick’s shop has everything you need to raise childhood cancer awareness, while also raising funds for research.

From December 8 – 22, use the promo code SBHOLIDAY15 to get 15% off our shop products. It’s our holiday gift to you! 

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First comes Black Friday. Then Cyber Monday. Then it’s #GivingTuesday, the day when people around the world give back!

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We’re changing the narrative of childhood cancer with a new brand awareness campaign.

Today, we’re excited to share our new brand awareness campaign that’s all about celebrating kids!

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November is National Caregivers Month, and we’ve got the perfect way for you to say “thank you” to the ones who’ve given so much to your family.

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One of the institutions receiving an Infrastructure Grant this fall is Ochsner Children’s Health Center in New Orleans, which houses the unique combined Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer and Survivorship Program. Read on for more about how this program is making a difference and what St. Baldrick’s is doing to help.

The city of New Orleans, and its pediatric cancer care programs, were devastated in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

But since the floodwaters receded, the city of New Orleans has made a comeback and so has cancer care in the area — including a new program that’s one of only a few in the country.

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Put down that pumpkin spice latte and free up those hands, because we’ve got great news and you’re going to want to clap when you hear it!

Today, we are proud to announce the 2015 St. Baldrick’s Infrastructure Grants, totaling $2 million awarded to 33 institutions across the United States.

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We have some big news that will have you jumping through the sprinkler with joy.

Summer has arrived and so have St. Baldrick’s Summer Grants!

Today we are awarding a whopping $21.2 million in new research grants to scientists across the globe. That’s 70 grants in 48 states and 11 countries, going to researchers making incredible gains in the fight against childhood cancer.

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