September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and before the month is over, another 1,300 children in the US will be diagnosed with cancer.
Although childhood cancer has been around for a long time, we are just scratching the surface when it comes to awareness. In fact, it has only been 10 years since Childhood Cancer Awareness Month was first declared by Barack Obama in 2010.
Here are just a few (of many!) things I want you to know about the GOLD RIBBON and the message behind it.
- Kids get cancer too! More than 40,000 children are in cancer treatment each year.
- Childhood cancer does not discriminate. It occurs across all ethnic groups, ages, and income levels.
- Pediatric cancer looks and acts differently from adult cancers. Specific research is needed to treat and cure children.
- Less than 4% of funding is allocated to pediatric cancer research. They deserve #morethan4
- About 60% of childhood cancer survivors will suffer long-term side effects. Current cancer treatments are causing secondary issues like heart disease, infertility, hearing loss, and even other cancers.
- Cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in kids.
- We can do something to change the outcome.
While some pediatric cancers, like ALL – Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia – have a 90% cure rate, others, like Glioblastoma – a type of brain tumor – are down around 20%. Of those who do survive, 60% will suffer devastating long-term effects like secondary cancers, heart disease and infertility.
Purchase with Purpose -
Many products also support the fight against childhood cancer. When looking for you next gift, remember to make your purchase do double duty!
- Addison Avenue – Trendy hats
- Headbands of Hope – Amazing headbands
- Pablove Prints – Beautiful Photographic Artwork
- Lakonia Imports – Delicious Greek Oils & Spices
- When you shop with Amazon Smile ALL your purchases will give back.
- Gold Fight Win – Childhood Cancer Awareness Shirt (coming soon!)
- Back Pew Brewing – Marzen German-Style Lager for Addi’s Faith Foundation
- Panera Bread – Addi’s Faith Gold Ribbon Cookie is back!
Buy a Raffle Ticket -
You could win a 4 day all-inclusive stay in Rivera Maya, a gold & diamond necklace from Thomas Markle Jewelers, or a $250 Amazon gift card.
Start a Facebook Fundraiser -
Just this year, our awesome supporters who have created Facebook Fundraisers have collectively raised almost $10,000!!! It’s easy to set up and makes a HUGE impact!
- Facebook Fundraiser – FB covers all processing fees for non-profits, so your donations go straight toward our mission!
Spread Awareness -
Many people are not aware that pediatric cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in children. Or that less than 4% of funding is allocated to pediatric cancer research. Or that some pediatric cancers are still 100% fatal. You can help spread awareness by staying connected and sharing our message within your network.
Commit to a Monthly Gift -
Why stop after September? Join the fight year-round with a monthly gift. $10 – $20 – or $100…your support will have a lasting impact in the lives of children battling cancer now and in the future. MORE INFO
TODAY… another 43 children will be diagnosed with cancer.
For their sake, DO SOMETHING. The ideas listed above are just a handful of many ways YOU can help change the outcome for the next child diagnosed.
GO GOLD!
Forever grateful – Amber