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January is Children Impacted By A Parent's Cancer Month 💚 More than 5 million children across the United States - that's 1 in every 15 - are impacted by a parent's cancer, and we are proud to sponsor this special month of recognition to drive greater awareness and understanding of their unique needs. We hope you'll follow along and join us these next few weeks as we'll be sharing free educational resources, hosting virtual gatherings, in-person events, and more to expand our reach and impact in support of more of these children nationwide, in collaboration with special partners from coast to coast. Learn more and join us on the journey at kesem.org/january.

Midland, It's time! Sky High for Kids is hosting our annual Boot and Shoot Sporting Clay Tournament and Western Banquet. September 5th and 6th. Please use the link below to sign up and sponsor the event. We look forward to seeing you there! https://lnkd.in/gS5aNqSq We are thankful to our sponsors who are continuing our mission to "End Childhood Cancer" Special thank you to Texas Pacific Land Corporation (TPL) for being our presenting sponsor for our event! Sky High for Kids Errin Williams Nicholas Tallant Morgan Kanaly Brittany Franklin

Last night, In honor of the winning streak that the NC State Men’s basketball team is on through the ACC and NCAA Tournaments, My wife Jess and I watched the ESPN 30:30 documentary on NC State’s 1983 Basketball Team and their improbable run to an NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship. The title of the documentary is “Survive And Advance”, which is a nod to the now famous motto for that 1983 team during their winning streak. One of the main focus areas of the documentary is Jim Valvano, the legendary Wolfpack Coach and Founder of The V foundation for Cancer Research. Coach Valvano lost his battle with Cancer in 1993 but he left behind words of encouragement and an enthusiastic spirit that will be remembered forever. Jimmy V was an excellent public speaker. Two of my favorite quotes from him are “In every single day, in every walk of life, ordinary people accomplish extraordinary things.” And, “You have to have an enthusiasm for life. You have to have a dream, a goal. And you have to be willing to work for it.” If you have ten minutes today, I encourage you to watch his famous speech from the 1993 ESPY Awards, which he gave just one month before his death. (https://lnkd.in/e3BSwbh3) To this date, The V Foundation has raised over $353 Million Dollars for Cancer Research. In January of this year, my wife, Jess, was diagnosed with brain cancer. We have been working with the team at Duke Health since her diagnosis and have been the recipients of fantastic care and treatment while at Duke. The Duke Brain Tumor Center has a similar foundation, focused specifically on funding Brain Tumor research at Duke University. That Foundation is called ‘Angels Among Us’. Without the innovative research funded by donations to Angels Among Us, Jess’ treatments for her brain tumor would look a lot different. These donations, no matter how big or small, contribute to research that is saving the lives of thousands of people every year. The 2024 NC State Men’s Basketball team has their own motto - Why Not Us? In every single day, in every walk of life, ordinary people accomplish the extraordinary by beating cancer - so why not us? Please donate to our fight if you are able to: https://lnkd.in/eAPpjZea

Access to quality, inclusive care is key to the prevention and treatment of cancer for EVERYONE. You can take action and get involved with your local American Cancer Society! If you or someone you know needs help, we’re here to support you whether it’s treatment, prevention, detection or survivorship of cancer. Hear more from our Chief Diversity Officer, Tawana Thomas Johnson. Find your local ACS: https://lnkd.in/gXM4skqG

When we first met Sue at a conference where she was a guest speaker, her vibrant and infectious personality immediately captivated us. Her joyful spirit was unmistakable as she tried on our compassion socks, particularly highlighted by her choice of Christmas reindeer socks, which she proudly wore to the evening gala. The more we spoke with Sue, the more we realized her story needed to be shared. As mothers of young children, we understand the special bond between teachers and students. Sue's dedication to her students while battling her own cancer journey is truly remarkable. 🌟 Discover how Sue's unyielding spirit and love for her students shine through in her battle against cancer. Read more on our blog! 🌟 [Link to Sue's Story] https://lnkd.in/gnvDmh5U