The group consists of highly motivated young professionals who are familiar with and sensitive to the survivor community.
The mission of Children's Brain Tumor Foundation is to improve the treatment, quality of life, and long-term outlook for children with brain and spinal cord tumors through research, support, education, and advocacy to families and survivors. Although their primary goal is not to raise money, they do participate in the coordination of one fundraising activity. Throughout the year, CBTF also has fam
08/14/2017
"I learn more from speaking with the survivors than I did reading a 'how-to-get-a-job tutorial.' " - Sarah McCarthy, YPG Member
Read how Sarah's involvement with YPG and the CBTF Career Development Group makes an impact on the young adult brain tumor survivors we work with.
http://conta.cc/2hOiPs4
How the Young Professionals' Group and Survivors Come Together
07/13/2017
05/10/2017
Tonight, CBTF survivors and our Young Professionals Group (YPG) came together to discuss job challenges, exchange tips about interviewing and networking, and overall share experiences which are important to young job seekers.
YPG is a group of established, young adult professionals who serve as mentors to brain tumor survivors as they navigate job searching after life with a brain tumor.
09/20/2016
"I have been involved with CBTF since 2007 when I volunteered at an event for children during my senior year in college. I was so amazed by the strength and resilience of the children going through a brain tumor diagnosis and was especially inspired by the young adults survivors I had met. As an 11 year brain tumor survivor myself, I knew first hand about the struggles these survivors faced.
I was asked by CBTF to head up the Young Professionals Group and organize volunteer and fundraising events in NYC.
In 2009 I had the honor of joining the board of directors of CBTF and having a meaningful impact on the strategy and vision the Foundation takes in support of the families we serve.
CBTF has been a big part of my life over the last 10 years and I am honored to use my experience and expertise in support of such an amazing organization."
Akiva Zablocki, thank you for your dedication to and for sharing why you are !
Smile – Ten Years Brain Tumor Free - The Story of iPatchman “Based on the rate of growth and the location of your tumor you have around two years to live.” That was the sad prediction I heard from dozens of physicians in the summer of 2005. From New York to Boston to Los Angeles and Jerusalem, everyone around the world we consulted had a different approach,…
03/26/2014
Here's an easy way to support CBTF while you shop! Make your Amazon purchases through Amazon Smile and a portion of the proceeds will go to our organizations. AND, now through March 31st, Amazon will donate an extra $5 of every purchase to support our important support programs and education about children's brain tumors.
https://smile.amazon.com/ch/13-3512123
Support Children's Brain Tumor Foundation, Inc. by shopping at AmazonSmile. When you shop at AmazonSmile, Amazon will donate to Children's Brain Tumor Foundation, Inc.. Support us every time you shop.
10/15/2013
Please copy and share on your FB page: On October 27, 2013, the Big Apple Circus in New York City, at 12:30 PM benefits the Children's Brain Tumor Foundation. Either purchase tickets here for you and your family if you're in the New York area, or, for those out of the area who want to support CBTF, please purchase tickets and donate them back to a CBTF family. http://www.cbtf.org/events/bigapple2012
25th Annual Big Apple Circus | Children's Brain Tumor Foundation Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at the 25th Annual Big Apple Circus Benefit. If you cannot attend, please consider sponsoring a family or child by clicking here or by pasting the following link in your address bar: https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/startup.aspx?eventid=127161 .
09/18/2013
Anyone know anyone?
Idan needs your help getting to Seattle! Anyone have access to a private jet or know anyone that does? We were supposed to fly through Corporate Angels to Seattle because of his severe immune deficiency, but that fell through (and Angle Flight is not an options). Our first appointment in Seattle is September 24th (Tuesday). The owner of the Jet would be able to donate the flight through Corporate Angels for a tax deduction. Please Like and Share this post! Thanks ! See www.youcaring.com/fundraiseforidan for Idan's story.
07/29/2013
Some heroes are born , others are made. Help iPatchman's son become the hero he was destined to be: www.youcaring.com/fundraiseforidan Please Like and Share!
In the news today! Former, The Young Professionals Group of the Children's Brain Tumor Foundation Chair and current Children's Brain Tumor Foundation Board member.
http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/nyc-family-raising-money-sick-son-article-1.1383540
06/03/2013
The following guest post was written by Lisanne from That Brain Fart, a courageous women, who, in the face of a dire medical prognosis, chose to become an empowered patient and, with the help of social media, found the best possible treatment. It is a story of the power of social healthcare and the importance becoming an informed e-Patient as well as sharing one's story.
The Power of Social Healthcare; Becoming an Empowered Patient and Surviving a Cavernous... The following guest post was written by Lisanne St Onge Klute, a courageous women, who, in the face of a dire medical prognosis, chose to become an empowered patient and, with the help of social media, found the best possible treatment. It is a story of the power of social healthcare and the importa...
03/19/2013
We are proud to see YPG Chair and CBTF Board meber, Akiva Zablocki, is among the fascinating featured members of the newly designed I Had Cancer website. Check it out!
Hey everyone, we're excited to launch our homepage redesign! We're so grateful to our amazing featured members who allowed us to open up their profiles so that you can learn more about their cancer stories.
Check it out, share it and let us know what you think: www.ihadcancer.com