U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation recently visited the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute to deliver a $325,372 check for cancer research. The funds will support cancer research focused on diffuse large B cell lymphoma (DLBCL).
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HIGHLAND, MI / SEPT. 21, 2017 — U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation has joined Hour Detroit’s Give Detroit Challenge, a fundraising competition on CrowdRise, the largest crowdfunding platform for good. The Give Detroit Challenge is a friendly fundraising competition where organizations in Southeastern Michigan compete to raise the most money for their cause. Participating organizations will compete for over $25,000 in prize money. U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation has joined the challenge on CrowdRise in hopes of raising money to provide vital funding and support for local research grants, so that we can all live in a cancer-free world. [Read more…] about U CAN-CER VIVE Joins Hour Detroit’s Give Detroit Challenge 2017 on Crowdrise
Support Cancer Research with
Movin’ Towards a Cure at
U CAN-CER VIVE 9 & Wine
U CAN-CER VIVE is raising money to continue to support cancer research grants in Michigan.
Highland, Michigan: On May 19, 2017 the 7th Annual U CAN-CER VIVE 9 & Wine is being held at The Fountains Golf and Banquet. This event is one of the main fundraisers that will contribute to support cancer research. In December 2016, the U CAN-CER VIVE foundation presented the Children’s Hospital of Michigan Foundation with a check for $172,000 to fund two research grants.
The 9 & Wine is a day filled with golf, lunch, dinner, live auction and entertainment. The live music this year will be from the legendary 80s band, Starfarm. We encourage everyone to dress in their 80s workout attire. In years past, guests have enjoyed dressing the part of the theme for the event.
Tickets are available for purchase on our U CAN-CER VIVE 9 & Wine Event page, you will be able to attend for the whole event including golf, lunch and dinner or just the evening festivities of dinner and party.
If you can are unable to make it to the event and want to support with a donation, please visit our online donation page to make your contribution. You can also contribute to our auction items for the silent and live auction by completing the form on the Auction Donation page.
We have a variety of sponsorship packages available for businesses and individuals to choose from.
The day and evening have always proved to be great fun, while raising awareness for the importance of supporting cancer research. There will be both a silent and live auction featuring some fascinating items for you to enjoy.
About U CAN-CER VIVE
U CAN-CER VIVE (pronounced You Can Survive) is a foundation founded by Ryan and Kelley LaFontaine in 2014 and officially becoming a 501c3 in 2016 who’s mission is to provide vital funding for cancer research to create a cancer free world. They are 100% volunteer run organization with all donations going towards cancer research and supporting Michigan families effected by cancer.
The organization continues the tradition that began with Team LaFontaine in 2010 when Ryan and Kelley began working annually with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society after Ryan was diagnosed with non-hodgkins lymphoma. During their partnership, Team LaFontaine raised over one-million dollars for the LLS.
U Can-Cer Vive Foundation Presents First Contribution at Children’s Hospital of Michigan
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Kelley LaFontaine
U Can-Cer Vive Foundation
248-887-4747
Highland, MI – December 6, 2016 – U Can-Cer Vive Foundation is presenting its first contribution as a 501c3 to the Children’s Hospital of Michigan Foundation on December 7th at 11:00 am at a check signing at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan.
The $172,000 contribution will provide funding for two research grants that will develop new treatments for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and Neuroblastoma, two difficult to treat childhood cancers. AML represents 20% of pediatric leukemias and 80% of acute adult leukemias. It is responsible for 50% of leukemia deaths of American children each year despite intensive therapies and stem cell transplants. Neuroblastoma is the most common non-brain solid tumor in children, and frequently recurs after treatment.
The first funded grant is Novel Hybrid Drugs for the treatment of AML and Neuroblastoma. This grant will help develop new synthetic dual-acting drugs which will work as hybrids to help treat AML and Neuroblastoma more effectively.* The second funded grant is Novel Immunotherapy for the Treatment of AML. This grant will help develop a new approach to harness a patient’s immune system to attack AML cells.
U Can-Cer Vive is co-chaired by Ryan LaFontaine and Kelley LaFontaine, and is officially a 501c3 foundation since May 2016. The LaFontaine’s created the foundation so they could insure that 100% of the donations have immediate impact on research and treatment efforts that provide relief and comfort to those affected by cancer. The mission of U Can-Cer Vive is “To provide vital funding for cancer research to create a cancer free world.”
U Can-Cer Vive Foundation is looking forward to continuing to make a strong impact in our local community by supporting future research grants.
About the Children’s Hospital of Michigan Foundation
Established in 2003, the Foundation is dedicated to advancing the health and healthcare of the children of Michigan. This is accomplished through philanthropic support for pediatric medical education, research, and community benefit programs. The Foundation granted $5.4 million in 2015 for vital pediatric health initiatives. The Foundation is an independent public charity governed by a community board of 29 directors, and is a 501c3 charitable organization. Learn more at www.chmfoundation.org.
About the Children’s Hospital of Michigan www.childrensdmc.org
For nearly 130 years, the Children’s Hospital of Michigan has been dedicated to providing high quality care to children and adolescents in a caring, efficient and family-centered environment. With more than 40 pediatric medical and surgical specialty services, the hospital draws patients from nearly every Michigan County, 39 additional states, and 22 countries, annually and provides the highest level of pediatric specialty care available for children. The hospital is a national leader in cardiology and heart surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, nephrology, and orthopedics. It is ranked as one of America’s best hospitals for children and sees more children than any hospital in the state. Children’s Hospital of Michigan is one of eight hospitals operated by the Detroit Medical Center (DMC).
About U Can-Cer Vive Foundation
www.ucancervive.com
Established officially by Ryan and Kelley LaFontaine in May of 2016 as a 501c3 U Can-Cer Vive is a foundation with the mission to provide vital funding for cancer research to create a cancer free world. We are 100% volunteer driven group with passion to continue to support cancer research and raise awareness towards the fight against cancer. The proceeds raised to support U Can-Cer Vive and its mission are dedicated 100% to this cause.
*Learn more information about these two grants on our website, https://ucancervive.com
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Helping Michigan Families Fight Cancer with Angels of Hope
U Can-Cer Vive, powered by Team LaFontaine, is working with the Angels of Hope to raise money to help Michigan families fight cancer.
Highland, Michigan: On June 5, 2015 the U Can-Cer Vive 9 & Wine is being held at Fountains Golf and Banquet to benefit the Angels of Hope. This event is the culmination of a larger effort to raise $250,000 for the Angels of Hope and with collected donations already totaling over $55,000, the fundraising campaign is off to a great start.
With golf, dinner and a party featuring live music from Annabelle Road, you’ll quickly realize that the 9 & Wine is not your typical fundraiser.
Kelley LaFontaine, co-founder of U Can-Cer Vive, tells us what makes the 9 & Wine a special event,
The theme of our event, Kicking Cancer Country Style, puts an emphasis on our guests having a fun and enjoyable time while raising money to support such an amazing organization like Angels of Hope.
Guests who attend the 9 & Wine are encouraged to dress the part and embrace the country music style theme to the party.
Tickets are available for purchase on TeamLaFontaine.com with all proceeds going directly to the campaign for Angels of Hope.
There are two ticket packages available:
- $134 per ticket: Golf, Dinner and Party
- $84 per ticket: Dinner and Party only
If you can not attend the event, but would like to support the campaign, you can make an online donation.
There are also a variety of sponsorship packages available for businesses or individuals to choose from.
In addition to the festivities, there will be both silent and live auctions featuring some unique items for you to take home:
- Autographed Kid Rock American Flag Guitar
- Auto Show Black Tie Event Package complete with gala attire & limousine transportation
- Tailgate & Suite Package for the Detroit Tigers vs. Boston Red Sox on July 26th
- Summer in the D Concert Package with 4 tickets to see the hottest summer concerts including Kid Rock, One Direction and more!
About U Can-Cer Vive
U Can-Cer Vive is an organization founded by Ryan & Kelley LaFontaine in 2014 who’s mission it is to provide funds directly to Michigan based cancer research facilities and local families fighting cancer.
The organization continues the tradition that began with Team LaFontaine in 2010 when Ryan and Kelley began working annually with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society after Ryan was diagnosed with non-hodgkins lymphoma. During their partnership, Team LaFontaine raised over one-million dollars for the LLS.
About Angels of Hope
Angles of Hope is a dedicated team of volunteers, who are steadfast in our goal of providing ‘everyday angels’ a way to bring hope to children and their families as they battle cancer.
For nearly a decade, Angels of Hope has been providing financial assistance to children and those who love and care for them as they battle cancer (theirs or a parents). With 100% of donations and proceeds from events directly financing these families we ensure every dollar does the most good, from donation to deed.
Each year we host two signature events, our “A Night of Hope” gala and “Angels of Hope Golf Outing”. Your support of these events helps bring our vision to reality.