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Head for the Cure Foundation
Non-profit Organizations
Kansas City, MO 778 followers
To inspire hope for the community of brain cancer patients and caregivers, while celebrating their courage and spirit.
About us
The mission of Head for the Cure is to inspire hope for the community of brain cancer patients, their families, friends, caregivers and other supporters, while celebrating their courage, spirit and energy. We accomplish our mission by three strategic pillars: - Building Awareness for a disease that is not widely known and needs advancements in treatments to help patients; - Raising Funds through 5K run/walk events and other fundraising events and campaigns to support clinical research and programs; and - Igniting Hope for all who have faced this disease.
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 2-10 employees
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- Kansas City, MO
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- Nonprofit
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- 2003
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1607 Oak Street
Kansas City, MO 64108, US
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Local businesses, are you ready to make a difference in your community? Support a great cause by sponsoring one of our 2025 5K Run/Walk events! Together, we can raise awareness and funds for brain cancer research. Learn more at headforthecure.org/sponsor!
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🌟Meet Kathleen Powell Vizzini: a true inspiration and a courageous brain cancer survivor! 🌟 For Kathleen, Head for the Cure is more than just an event—it's a symbol of hope, resilience, and community. 💪✨ After her own battle with brain cancer, she’s dedicated to raising awareness and funding for research that can lead to better treatments and, ultimately, a cure.
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🎙️ Episode 17 is Live! Tune in NOW to hear Brian and Emily Godawski's powerful story on the Rare Enough podcast. This episode delves into their journey with brain cancer and how they live by the saying, "faith over fear." Listen on headforthecure.org/podcast or find it on your favorite podcast platform! #RareEnoughPodcast #BrainCancerJourney
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October is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize the importance of mental well-being and the impact of grief on our lives. If you're navigating the complex emotions that come with loss, know that you're not alone. Join our monthly grief support group, where we can share, listen, and heal together. Let's come together to support one another. Click the link to sign up: bit.ly/hftcsupportgroups
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🌟 Meet Natalie Burton, our first Ambassador spotlight! In her heartfelt blog, she shares her experience at the 2024 Kansas City 5K, walking for her dad and countless others affected by brain cancer. Join us in celebrating her journey of hope and community! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g7dmSDTT #HeadForTheCure #AmbassadorSpotlight Burton_strong
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🚨 Only a few chances left to join a 5K run/walk in 2024! 🚨 Don’t miss out on our final 5K events of the year as we continue to raise awareness and funds for brain cancer research and support programs. Whether you’re in the Windy City, California’s coast, or the desert sun, there’s still time to make an impact! 🧠💪 📍 Chicago – 10/6 📍 San Francisco – 10/19 📍 San Diego – 10/26 📍 Phoenix – 10/27 Register and donate today at headforthecure.org!
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We’re excited to announce that the Brain Cancer Support and Solutions Alliance (BCSSA) has launched a dedicated Neuro-Oncology Nurse Navigator to provide personalized support for brain cancer patients and caregivers! From treatment guidance to emotional support, this resource is here to help every step of the way. We are honored to be part of this alliance with the MUSELLA FOUNDATION FOR BRAIN TUMOR RESEARCH & INFORMATION INC and Cancer Commons. Learn more and get help at bit.ly/BCSSAGetHelp.
As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month concludes, the 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 (𝗕𝗖𝗦𝗦𝗔)—a collaboration between nonprofits Head for the Cure Foundation, the MUSELLA FOUNDATION FOR BRAIN TUMOR RESEARCH & INFORMATION INC., and Cancer Commons—proudly announces the appointment of a 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗼-𝗢𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿, 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀. Read the Press Release: bit.ly/CCBCSSANurse The newly established Nurse Navigator role is designed to offer specialized assistance, addressing both the psychological and practical needs of brain cancer patients and their families. This service ensures that patients receive timely guidance at every stage of their diagnosis and treatment, easing the complexities of care coordination and decision-making. 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀: bit.ly/BCSSAGetHelp Brain tumors present unique challenges, demanding specialized care from diagnosis through treatment. With a shared commitment to addressing these challenges, the Brain Cancer Support and Solutions Alliance leverages the strengths of its member organizations to provide timely and personalized support. #BrainCancerSupportAndSolutionsAlliance #BCSSA #NurseNavigator #NeuroOncology #BrainCancer #BrainTumor #Glioblastoma #GBM #rGBM #DIPG #BTSM
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Over 6,000 people laced up their shoes to run or walk in Head for the Cure Foundation's 5K – and helped save lives by doing so! 👟💙 Thank you to Head for the Cure, who hosted a record-breaking event that raised more than $665,000 to help people across the region. Because of their generosity, these funds will support Children's Mercy along with The University of Kansas Cancer Center, Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care, and the Children's Brain Tumor Project Lab at Weill Cornell. Thank you for being a champion for kids!
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🎉 We’re excited to have celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the Brains for the Cure Resource Room at Advocate Health Care last week! Alongside their neuro-oncology team and the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce, we marked the beginning of a new chapter in supporting the Chicago brain tumor community!