Isabella Santos Foundation

It’s the time of year for the Charlotte Auto Show’s annual Handbags, Heels & Horsepower event, but with an exciting (and heartwarming) new twist. This year’s theme is Kids for Kids with Cancer and we’re giving away a Nissan Kicks! Strut your favorite sneakers on the showroom floor, enter luxury raffles and learn more about ISF's cutting-edge initiatives supporting kids fighting rare cancers across our region. 💜 Here’s the scoop: - November 21 - 8 AM - Noon - Charlotte Convention Center - General Admission: $75 - Raffle Tickets: $15 each (available for pre-purchase) Don’t miss the chance to win an amazing lineup of designer items, a two-year car lease and custom sneakers designed by real rare cancer heroes! Share with a friend you want to bring along and purchase raffle tickets today. (Raffle ticket proceeds benefit ISF.) https://lnkd.in/ecCWhsFz #BeASparkForChange

🎉 EXCITING OPPORTUNITY ALERT! What’s in it for you? Marketing exposure + helping kids who need it 🥂 About the Event: Isabella Santos Foundation, A Speakeasy Soiree Gala, Feb. 28, 2025 At The Revelry, you have a unique opportunity to connect with a diverse and engaged audience. The event offers VIP networking, impactful speakers, and more. 📊 Why Sponsor? ✅ Increase brand visibility through strategic marketing channels. ✅ Engage directly with event attendees through experiential activations. ✅ Network with community leaders, consumers, and influencers. ✅ Showcase your commitment to supporting local pediatric cancer initiatives. 💼 Customizable Sponsorship Packages: Every brand has unique goals and budgetary considerations. We offer customizable sponsorship packages tailored to meet your objectives. Boost brand awareness, drive sales, or foster deeper connections with your target audience; we've got you covered! 📞 Let's Connect: Ready to become a key player in the ISF Speakeasy Soiree Gala? Contact me and let's collaborate. Each sponsorship brings us closer to a future where no child has to face cancer.

Last week’s 2024 Brunch Club event was a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish when we come together. Advocating for every child to receive the best possible care, regardless of the rarity of their diagnosis, is a mission we’re proud to champion—and one you’ve all rallied behind. A heartfelt thank you to the 800+ attendees who came out in their Mad Hatter’s High Tea attire to… ✨ Support pediatric cancer warriors Zoey, Maura and Arya ✨ Receive rare cancer insights from Novant Health’s oncologist Dr. Bell ✨ Learn about ISF’s latest expansion through the TORCH Initiative Special thanks to Carmel Country Club, emcees Liz Hilliard, Mignonne Gavigan Smith and Page Fehling, our rockstar team of staff and volunteers and our incredible sponsors, including presenting sponsor Hendrick Automotive Group for making this event possible. As the final results roll in, we look forward to sharing the impact of your support with you soon! #BeASparkForChange 💜

As the season of giving approaches, why not join us in making a difference? Every event this November supports our mission to fight rare pediatric cancers. Check them out: Blakeney Wine Walk 11/7 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Blakeney Town Center Charlotte Auto Show's Handbags, Heels & Horsepower 11/22 | 8 a.m. - noon | Charlotte Convention Center OneBlood Blood Drive 11/29 - 12/2 | Charlotte or Ballantyne Donor Center STIR Charlotte Now – 11/30 | A percentage of sales will be donated to ISF State of Confusion Charlotte Now – 11/30 | A percentage of sales will be donated to ISF The Melting Pot Restaurants Charlotte Now – 11/30 | $10.89 from each meal will be donated to ISF Brixx Wood Fired Pizza + Craft Bar Kids’ Meals Week 11/30 - 12/8 | 100% Kids’ Meal Proceeds Share with a friend to join us in making a difference this holiday season. 💜  #childhoodcancerawarness #charlottecharity #charlottebusinesses #charlottevents

Our annual Brunch Club: The Mad Hatter’s High Tea Party is just days away, and we couldn’t be more excited for a morning filled with high fashion, philanthropy, and community. A special thank you to our presenting sponsor, Hendrick Automotive Group Luxury Dealerships, for their unwavering partnership in ISF’s mission to fund life-saving research for our rare pediatric cancer heroes. This event wouldn’t be possible without their support. There are still a few individual tickets available for the first day and third day! Purchase yours now. https://lnkd.in/eqmjnDvs

We're excited to announce that ISF’s Executive Director, Erin Santos-Primis, has been recognized with The Mecklenburg Times' 50 Most Influential Women Award! For over 17 years, Erin and ISF have been dedicated to advancing impact in the rare pediatric cancer space, and their commitment to driving change only continues to grow. This honor is especially meaningful as we strive to promote positive change in our community.

It’s been awhile since I’ve done a true #3in30 … time to bring it back for a great cause, yes?! Isabella Santos Foundation has THREE brunch events coming up next week (Oct 29, 30, 31) and tix are still available for 10/29!! (🔗 below) The FABulous Liz Hilliard & Mignonne Gavigan Smith will be co-emceeing Tuesday… go give them squeezes from me! 🤗 I’ll be emceeing 10/30 and 10/31 and tix are sold out those days, but you know we can make it work for you if that’s when you can come just let us know 👊 And just in case you need any more convincing… here are 3️⃣ reasons why charity work is good for you as a business professional too: 1️⃣ Work/life balance ⚖️ 2️⃣ Values-based networking 🤝 3️⃣ Tax write-off 💰 Please share this video and TAG TWO PEOPLE below who you know know the value of charity at work… bonus points if we see them next week at the #ISFmadhatters tea party! 🎫: https://lnkd.in/eDjHaSNJ

As our results from Childhood Cancer Awareness Month continue to trickle in, we are truly amazed by the generosity of our community. Through our collective effort to #GoGoldForKidsWithCancer, an incredible $57K was raised to support rare cancer heroes across our region! In September, you all: - Hung and sold purple bows for mailboxes. - Organized online and peer-to-peer fundraisers  - Shared about ISF on social media  - Supported local businesses through giveback events  - Attended our celebration at Goldie's Live Music Bar and Restaurant, benefiting Asheville’s Children’s Hospital, Mission Health, and Hurricane Helene relief efforts  - Donated to our cause We are deeply grateful for every person who contributed in September. Though Childhood Cancer Awareness Month has ended, our commitment to advocating for rare cancer heroes continues—because for them, the fight is every day. A special thank you to our 24 business partners who contributed to our mission: Goldie's Live Music Bar and Restaurant Axios Charlotte Sugar Creek Brewing Company Justin's Tree Service & Stump Grinding The Dunstan Group The Posh Balloon WCNC Charlotte Orangetheory Fitness Charlotte Pure Intentions Coffee Juniper Grill Tiff's Treats Cookie Delivery Shake Shack Super Chix NOTHING BUT NOODLES Erin McDermott Jewelry Apricot Lane Boutique Dilworth Neighborhood Grille Chipotle Mexican Grill OneBlood Napa on Providence NoDa Brewing Company Noonday Collection Whispering Willow Sharkey's Cuts For Kids

At just three years old, Luke Miller was diagnosed with Lymphoblastic Lymphoma, a rare and aggressive cancer affecting the blood cells and lymph nodes. After two years of intensive treatment, Luke proudly rang the bell, marking the incredible moment when he was declared cancer-free. Yet, even after this milestone, the journey is far from over. Life after cancer, known as survivorship, presents its own challenges. Regular doctor visits, monitoring appointments and ongoing care are essential as Luke works to regain a sense of normalcy. Survivorship is a critical phase in a child’s cancer journey. It’s about ensuring their long-term health and well-being just as much as during active treatment. The Isabella Santos Foundation recognizes this need and dedicates a portion of all funds to support survivorship programs at hospitals across the Carolinas. Your donation to ISF helps children like Luke not only beat cancer but thrive in life beyond it. Visit isftorch.org to support survivorship programs and learn more. https://lnkd.in/eiNqt89N

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.