Celebrate #GivingTuesday with Children’s Oncology Services, Inc. on November 29th November 29, 2016 ‘Tis the season…to give. What better way than to support local nonprofit Children’s Oncology Services, Inc. on national #GivingTuesday on November 29th that is observed for people to give back to their favorite nonprofits.
Ante up! 2016 One Step Charity Poker Championship Returns to the Montgomery Club February 5, 2016 Get your best poker face ready for the 2016 One Step Charity Poker Championship! On Thursday, February 18th at the Montgomery Club, join 240 poker players and more than 100 spectators will enjoy an evening...
Chicago Cubs’ Anthony Rizzo on “A Piece of The Game” July 31, 2014 You can team with the Cubs' Anthony Rizzo to save kids' lives. Plus, you can own his game used jersey and bat. How? Keep reading...
Join the PurpleStride to Fight Pancreatic Cancer and Help Coach E! April 21, 2014 The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is hosting a 5K, called PurpleStride nationwide, including Chicago on April 25th. Help those affected by pancreatic cancer, including Mt. Carmel High School's Coach E!
Do Something Different! Join the Fit and Fabulous to Fight Cancer at Gateway to Wellness April 1, 2014 Calling all young Chicago professionals out there! I have one question for you: Where will you be the evening of Saturday, April 5? The Gateway for Cancer Research Associates Board invites you to do a one-of-a-kind experience with healthy food, healthy habits, and giveaways!
Culinary Care Celebrates 500 Meals Delivered! March 5, 2014 Culinary Care is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization that delivers meals to in-need families & individuals affected by cancer to help provide one less worry during such a difficult time. We started in 2013 and we are now celebrating our 500th meal delivered!
Imerman Angels Presents the Inaugural Tuxes and Tees Ball September 23, 2013 Imerman Angels invites you to dress to impress at the first annual Tuxes and Tees Ball on Saturday, September 28 at the Roosevelt University Ballroom (430 S. Michigan Avenue) to benefit the mission to enable 1-on-1 support among cancer fighters, survivors and caregivers.
20th Anniversary Bear Tie Ball February 28, 2013 Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation is hosting its largest annual Bear Tie Ball to date! This year marks 20 years as the foundation devoted to eliminating pediatric cancer, as well as providing support and resources to those affected. The ball will take place March 9th at 6pm, at the UIC forum. Guests can dance, dine, and participate in auctions throughout the night, and will be given the chance to hear eight year old honorary Bear Hug Ambassador Theo Yianas share his story of strength.
Mustache Grower’s Put Your Razor’s Down: It’s Movember Time! November 2, 2012 Handlebar, Magnum P.I., Easy Rider? What’s your mustache poison? Starting today, men all over the world unite to grow magnificent mustaches and raise money for men’s health initiatives such as prostate and testicular cancer every year during the month of November. This phenomenon is deemed “Movember” and adds a fancy little spin to the widely recognized and female adored “No Shave November” and has been sparking the interest of facial hair Aficionados everywhere.
Share The Health In Chicago February 27, 2012 Dr. Dena Mendes is a five-time cancer survivor and the author of the new book, A Survivor’s Guide to Kicking Cancer’s Ass (Hay House, Nov 2011). A true health advocate, she is also a Naturopathic Doctor, licensed health coach, certified yoga instructor, pranic healer, professional holistic chef, and a motivational speaker who inspires audiences with her riveting and candid anecdotal stories.
