More children die from cancer in the United States than any other disease.
The Missouri Southern State University Softball team has teamed up with the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation's Vs. Cancer program to change this.
The team is participating in the "ESU 5-State Vs. Cancer Classic" to raise awareness and funds for kids with cancer, and they will celebrate their efforts during the event February 21-23, 2020.
Started by a pediatric brain cancer survivor and former collegiate athlete, Vs. Cancer empowers any sports team, any athlete, and any community to help kids with cancer. As a signature fundraising campaign of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, Vs. Cancer proceeds help fund child life programs in local children's hospitals and groundbreaking research to cure pediatric brain tumors, the deadliest childhood cancer.
In partnership with Vs. Cancer, the Missouri Southern State University Softball team has selected the Ronald McDonald House in Joplin, Mo. to receive a portion of the funds they raise. The teams also plan to honor a pediatric cancer survivor during the event.
Dave Mays, campaign manager of Vs. Cancer's central region, understands how vital these athletes are to the nonprofit's mission. "We applaud the efforts and generous spirit of the Missouri Southern State University Softball program! We are so grateful for the support that the Missouri Southern State Softball community gives towards this partnership with Vs. Cancer. Vs. Cancer wasn't just built by athletes for athletes. We were started by a pediatric brain cancer survivor, and we see every day how important family support and research are for children & teens to thrive. With the support of these incredible teams and the entire Missouri Southern State Softball community, we're fighting for healthier, happier futures for these kids!"
Visit team.curethekids.org/missourisouthernstateunivsoftball2020 to learn more about the Missouri Southern State University Softball team's fundraising efforts.
About the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
As the world's leading nonprofit dedicated to children and teens with brain tumors, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation's mission is to care for families along their journey, cure all childhood brain tumors, and help survivors and families thrive. In 2016, the Vs. Cancer Foundation merged with the PBTF and now is a signature fundraising campaign of the nonprofit. Since 1991, the PBTF has funded more than $44 million in research to increase survivorship, improve quality of life, and ultimately eliminate pediatric brain tumors. We also provide emotional support, information, resource referrals, and other free services to families, including emergency financial assistance, peer support, and college and vocational scholarships. In addition to Vs. Cancer, the PBTF hosts Ride for Kids and Starry Night. Call 800-253-6530 or visit www.curethekids.org/mission to join us in our mission to Care. Cure. Thrive
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