As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month approaches this September, we are focused not only on many battles for progress, but on winning the war against all forms of cancers that attack babies, children, teens and young adults.
Thanks to St. Baldrick’s supporters, researchers are making advancements and discoveries daily. And the work of our advocates has also changed the game, resulting in the National Cancer Institute more than doubling its investment in childhood cancer research.
But now is the time to take more action, push forward and use the momentum we have to reach our vision of living in a world where kids no longer die of cancer, and survivors live longer, healthier lives.
As a volunteer and donor powered charity, every bit of progress St. Baldrick’s makes possible is a direct result of individuals like YOU.
This year, for Childhood Cancer Awareness month, our goal is to raise $1.5 million dollars. This money will save lives, starting with the next round of St. Baldrick’s grants this October.
Here are some ways you can get involved for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. It’s time to take action and prove that we can #conquerkidscancer!
Advocate
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is also an exciting time for advocacy. Throughout the month of September, advocates across the country will be speaking up for kids with cancer. Here are a few upcoming advocacy opportunities in September:
- Tuesday, September 13: Members of the Alliance for Childhood Cancer, which St. Baldrick’s co-chairs, are heading to Capitol Hill to advocate for the Childhood Cancer STAR Reauthorization Act. Join the St. Baldrick’s Speak Up advocacy network to receive updates on how YOU can amplify their advocacy!
- Thursday, September 22: The Childhood Cancer Caucus is holding its annual Summit to discuss policies impacting the childhood cancer community.
- Friday, September 23: The White House is holding a Childhood Cancer Forum, which you can livestream from home. Sign up here for more information on how to participate in the Forum virtually.
Get Social and Start a Fundraiser
Today, there are 4.7 billion social media users around the world! How great it is that so many of us are connected. That’s why this September, you are encouraged to create your own Facebook fundraiser during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – to rally your network about your passion to support lifesaving childhood cancer research through St. Baldrick’s.
We’ve got a Toolkit full of instructions and goodies for everyone thinking of hosting a Facebook Fundraiser. Click here to access it.
Head-shaving
Every St. Baldrick’s event starts with the passion of a single volunteer. Bring your community together to raise funds for childhood cancer research by organizing a signature head-shaving event. As a volunteer event organizer, you’ll work directly with foundation staff to ensure your event is not only a great time, but a success, to help kids with cancer.
If you’re not ready to organize an event but still want to participate, that’s terrific, too! Check your area for any upcoming events near you and sign up to shave or volunteer. There are options for everyone!
To learn more about head-shaving events, click the link below!
St. Baldrick’s Head-shaving Events
September 12th is National Video Game Day
You can help #ConquerKidsCancer by hosting a charity stream on Tiltify for St. Baldrick’s. Click this link and join one of our “Current Fundraising Events” to help raise awareness and funds in your community.
We even have a Toolkit filled with some great info to help you promote your stream. For questions or to request the toolkit, contact Creates@StBaldricks.org.
Style With a Purpose
St. Baldrick’s is offering limited edition St. Baldrick’s “Research is Hope” shirts, but only until September 30. Raise awareness and support the mission in style!
A minimum of $10 per shirt will go to St. Baldrick’s Foundation for this limited time campaign, ending September 30, 2022.
Shop our Bonfire campaign here
Coworkers Unite!
September is a great month to rally your co-workers and host an employee giving campaign or engage your team in a company-wide fundraiser. Psst, we have loads of ideas. Let’s talk!
Corporate.Partnerships@StBaldricks.org
Give Shoppers a Choice
Online and in-store retailers, we have a turnkey solution for you to offer shoppers a way to give at checkout. Customers will have an opportunity to help conquer kids’ cancer by giving a donation after their purchase, making their shopping experience more meaningful.
Contact Corporate.Partnerships@StBaldricks.org for more information.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is the ideal time to join forces in the battle to give kids a lifetime by conquering childhood cancer. Taking part in one or more of the above items is a way to demonstrate that everyone can make an impact, together.
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