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News & Events
STS9, LG ECOMOBILIZATION & LIVE NATION HAVE PARTNERED UP TO RAISE MONEY FOR RAC THROUGH USED ELECTRONICS DRIVE
Looking for an easy way to help save the environment and give money to a great cause? STS9 has partnered with LG ecoMobilization and Live Nation to help rid our world of unused or broken electronics by recycling items such as phones, tablets, MP3 players, GPS devices PDAs, batteries, chargers and more.
According to LG, about 130 million cellphones will end up in U.S. landfills this year, introducing possible toxins into our land and water supply. Using this easy opportunity to get rid of junk laying around will not only better our environment, but help a great cause: Rock Against Cancer.
Don’t worry if you can’t make it to any of the shows, just text “STS9” to 95173 and they will send you a pre-paid envelope to send back anything you want to recycle. You can mail these electronics back in anytime between now and the end of 2011 to help raise money for Rock Against Cancer!
For every product recycled, LG is giving Sound Tribe $2.00 to go towards Rock Against Cancer - bassist David Murphy's favorite charity after beating cancer earlier this year.
Below is a list of dates where representatives will be collecting your electronics:
The Orbit Room in Grand Rapids, MI on Oct. 5
The House of Blues in Cleveland, OH on Oct. 6
The Egyptian Room in Indianapolis, IN on Oct. 8
The House of Blues in Boston, MA on Oct. 20
The Fillmore in Silver Spring, MD on Oct. 27
The House of Blues in New Orleans, LA, Nov. 3-4
The House of Blues in Dallas, TX on Nov. 5
The Tabernacle in Atlanta, GA, Dec. 27-31
For more information, visit this link!
SYD'S HAIR SHOP RAISED $600 DURING GLITTERROCK! FUNDRAISER
Thanks to Syd's Hair Shop in Chapel Hill for raising $600 for Rock Against Cancer during GlitterRock! We would like to thank all the stylists and everyone who participated in this event!
Syd's Hair Shop in Chapel Hill often holds fundraising events at its shop but GlitterRock for Rock Against Cancer, helping children with cancer, held Saturday ,September 17th, was special as it was the shop's 10th anniversary . A total of $600.00 -- from glitter and feathers -- was donated and patrons from adults to young teens literally glittered.
“Syd’s has a history of sharing with the community via our frequent fundraising events in which proceeds go to a local charity,” said Bradford Scott, an owner. “We are very proud to help Chapel Hill-based Rock Against Cancer and the many children with cancer the organization helps nationwide with music therapy in children’s hospitals, including UNC and Duke.”
STS9 and Terrapin Brewery present: A Rock Against Cancer Benefit featuring Noise[Org]
Please join us on April 20, 2011 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Terrapin Brewery for an STS9 pre-party to benefit Rock Against Cancer. (STS9 will play 2 nights at the Classic Center, April 20 and 21). Noise[Org] will perform on an outdoor stage at Terrapin on 04.20 before STS9 hits the stage at the Classic Center. To learn more about Noise[Org], go to the following links(and follow!):
http://www.facebook.com/NoiseOrg
http://www.noiseorg.com/
Terrapin Brewery will offer 3 limited edition 16 oz commemorative glasses featuring the artwork of DAVID HALE! Attendees may choose their favorite of the 3 designs, or purchase the entire collectable set. Each glass will feature the STS9 and Rock Against Cancer logos. Glassware is $12 and $2 of every glass purchased will go to Rock Against Cancer.
http://davidhale.org/home.html
We will be raffling off tickets to STS9's performances at the Classic Center on 4/20 and 4/21, autographed copies of Seasons 01, Ad Explorata Vinyl, PLAANT clothing by David Bywater, Conscious Alliance posters, Terrapin Beer Co. merchandise, artwork by Christian Jaxtheimer, STS9 framed photographs by iWallyphoto and a painting by Andrew Wagner! All proceeds from the raffle will go to Rock Against Cancer!
iWallyphoto's work: www.iwallyphoto.com
Andrew Wagner's work: http://majik-eye.blogspot.com/
Check out Christian's work here: www.cjaxtheimer.com
Check out PLAANT clothing here: http://plaant.net/blog/
***If anyone is interested in donating any items for the raffle, please contact Paula Bryant at pabryant1989@gmail.com or Adam LaHaie at adamlahaie@gmail.com
Come get the party started early at Terrapin Brewery for a really great cause as we celebrate STS9's return to the Classic City and David Murphy's return to the stage! The David Hale glasses are limited, so be sure to arrive early! Don't forget to take a tour of the brewery while enjoying all of Terrapin's wonderful beers! Spread the word, we look forward to seeing everyone there!
Terrapin Brewery
http://www.terrapinbeer.com/
265 Newton Bridge Road
Athens, GA 30607
ANNOUNCEMENTS
"A Win for the Community"
On Monday, July 26, 2010, the House Subcommittee on Defense Appropriations recommended a budget for 2011. The proposed budget earmarked $5 million for CureSearch for Children’s Cancer.
“This is a win for the community,” said Cynthia Duncan, Director of Advocacy, CureSearch for Children’s Cancer.
The proposed $5 million for research is a significant increase from last year’s funding. The budget must still pass the full House Appropriations Committee, the ful House and Senate, and be signed by President Obama.
“While we are excited about this development,” said John L. Lehr, President and CEO, CureSearch for Children’s Cancer, “We must continue to apply the appropriate level of advocacy on the Senate side and then again during the House-Senate conference”.
RAC Music Therapist, Beth Collier, Wins Award in Atlanta
Rock Against Cancer is very proud to announce that “School of Rock” music therapist Beth Collier was awarded the 2010 Healthcare HEROES Allied Health Professional Award by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. Collier is BC-MT at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta where she works with young cancer patients at two hospitals.
Beth has been a tireless advocate for the use of music therapy for young cancer patients. She has created an outstanding program that eases the pain, nausea and anxiety associated with disease treatment. Beth continues to bring the sound of music to children at Aflac Cancer Center and Blood Disorders in Atlanta.
RAC is proud to have provided the funding that put Beth to work in 1998 to help young cancer patients. We are very proud of her excellent work that led to the prestigious Healthcare HEROES Allied Health Professional Award.
Above: Beth Collier (left) and Cori Snyder of Children's Healthcare are honored for their development of a music therapy program for children battling cancer with RAC.
REMEMBRANCE PAGE
Please visit our Remembrance page as we honor and remember those children who touched our lives through their battle with cancer.
PAST EVENTS
Rock Against Cancer Founder & Board Member Attend "Children's Cancer Awareness & Advocacy Day" in D.C.
Rock Against Cancer knows that every dollar spent on cancer research brings us one cent closer to finding the cure. Last month,, they teamed up with families, care givers and providers affected by childhood cancer to convince Congress to increase children’s cancer research funding, increase incentives to rapidly advance the development of new life saving treatments and to increase support along with education for survivors.
Rock Against Cancer attended this event, sponsored by CureSearch, called Children’s Cancer Awareness and Advocacy Day on March 16-17, 2011. During these two days, this event will take place on Capitol Hill and included visits to Congress members from all states.
“The frustration in the childhood cancer community has boiled over, the Conquer Childhood Cancer Act passed in 2008 and Congress has never appropriated funds for the life saving research needed to save young lives. Not that this is a fight but other diseases such as Breast Cancer or Autism, with louder lobbying groups of patients, survivors, researchers receive more federal funding. The childhood cancer community will come together on March 18 to put forth one vision of how to fund the cure for childhood cancer.” Lisa L. White, Ph.D, Founder & Executive Director of Rock Against Cancer. Dr. White will attend this event, along with Board Member Kim Voss, on behalf of Rock Against Cancer this year.
Despite advances made in cancer research, cancer is still the number one killer of children by disease. Although 78 percent of children diagnosed with cancer will survive their diagnosis, three out of five will suffer long-term affects from their disease or treatment. Improving treatments for children can add up to 60 years to a child’s life.
In this age of financial uncertainty, it is important to have strong Congressional support to keep the research funding from being cut. To ensure continued House and Senate support for childhood cancer research funding, CureSearch holds annual advocacy events for the childhood cancer community to participate.
Along with this event, Dr. White and Mrs. Voss will be attending the first annual “Workshop in Washington DC” put together by Bob Piniewski, founder of PAC2, an online community for those affected by childhood cancer. This Workshop will be held on March 18, 2011 to join together representatives from over 35 childhood cancer organizations across the country. The ultimate goal is to “foster and facilitate collaboration between the groups, using PAC2 as a platform”. Rock Against Cancer is thrilled to be part of this inaugural event.
For more information on Children’s Cancer Awareness and Advocacy Day or CureSearch, its sponsor, please visit www.curesearch.org. For information on Rock Against Cancer’s involvement feel free to visit www.rockagainstcancer.org or contact Ashley at Ashley@rockagainstcancer.org. To learn more about PAC2, visit curechildhoodcancer.ning.com.
Rock Against Cancer Fundraiser; February 25, 2011; Athens, GA
This is the 3rd in a series of fundraisers that was held at Barnette's on College Avenue in Athens on February 25th at 9 pm, featuring Athens own, Up Until Now (1320 Records) and Atlanta-based funk/electro band, The Axis. All proceeds will be donated to Rock Against Cancer, a nonprofit organization that supports the emotional needs of young cancer patients through Music Therapy and special music events. Music Therapy helps not only to soothe young patients by alleviating stress and anxiety, but also to provide a voice and an outlet for emotions during treatment. Tickets, available only at the door, are only $10 and will provide you with a music filled evening and free beer will be available while it lasts.
There was a raffle for 2 tickets to the STS9 (1320 Records) at the Classic Center on 4/20/2011. There was a silent auction with signed items from STS9 (1320 Records), Perpetual Groove, and Drive by Truckers. Art from Kris D and Keegan Keel will also be available through silent auction.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Rock Against Cancer “School of Rock” program kicking off at the AFLAC Cancer Center and Blood Disorder of Children’s HealthCare of Atlanta. A “School of Rock” program providing a full-time music therapist, digital recording studio and an array of music and percussion instruments will start making music at two Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Hospitals in September.
3rd Annual First Pitch Celebrity Gala; Strike 3 Foundation; Stamford, CT; November 13, 2010
Craig Breslow and the Strike 3 Foundation held a very successful Gala on November 13, 2010 in Stamford, CT raising money for childhood cancer research!
Held at the Hilton Hotel in Stamford CT, the Gala featured live entertainment, and both live and silent auctions. This year's First Pitch Gala was hosted by Bobby Valentine (former MLB player and manager and current ESPN analyst) and Karl Ravech (host of ESPN's Baseball Tonight and SportsCenter).
Other celebrity guests included Craig Breslow, Andrew Bailey, Jack Cust, Rajai Davis, and Vin Mazzaro from the Oakland A's, Minnesota Twins pitcher Kevin Slowey, WWE Superstars, Boston Red Sox radio announcer Joe Castiglione, and many more.
For more information and to see photos from the event , please visit the Strike 3 Foundation website!
Rock Against Cancer Benefit Concert; September 24, 2010; Tinley Park, IL
On September 24, 2010, a benefit concert was held in Tinley Park, IL starting at 6:00PM. This event will be at Fiesta (address:
17151 S. Harlem Ave. Tinley Park, IL).
The bands that performed were:
Marilyn Is Dead
A Beautiful Nightmare
The Lives We Fear
The Fight Night
Team Light You On Fire
All proceeds benefited Rock Against Cancer!
"2nd Annual Rockin' The Haus"; September 30, 2010; Hofbräuhaus; Newport, KY
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area had a chance to take part in this fundraiser for RAC on the last day of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The 1st Annual Rockin' The Haus raised over $1,400 for Rock Against Cancer and this years event to raised over $2,500!! The Hofbräuhaus in Newport, KY l donated 20% of each check to help raise money. Thanks to Huntington Bank for again sponsoring this event. Congratulations to all of those who won silent auction and raffle items!
Train Rolls into Cleveland; September 5, 2010; Cleveland,OH
To kick off the month of September, Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Rock Against Cancer held a "Stars Night Out" concert with Train during the Taste of Cleveland at the Time Warner Cable Amphitheater in downtown Cleveland, OH. The band signed CD's and pictures for three young cancer patients and provided great seating for us! We look forward to working with Train again in the future!
Jack Johnson Makes Night Special for Young Cancer Patient; August 21, 2010; Raleigh, NC
6 year old leukemia patient Josh, stole the show with his excitement during the August 21st "Stars Night Out" event with Jack Johnson.....from backstage parking to dinner and ice cream with the band, autographed water bottles and posters and amazing seats, Josh rocked all night long!
Letter from Josh's parents:
Lisa, We can't thank you enough for the amazing night we had tonight. The boys were
absolutley giddy on the way home. Jon and I are both in awe of what you have
accomplished and it was wonderful to hear how well Gabe is doing. This evening was
so special, we know the next 2 months are going to be rough as we go thru delayed
intensification but it is memories like this that will get us through. I think
Josh's muscles had the best workout in 4 months - since dancing with Trey at Duke.
I wanted to just give you a quick look at the happiness you brought to
us tonight. How wonderful to have such a special and amazing experience and be able
to find the good even in something as horrible as cancer. With much appreciation,
The Paryz Family
Cancer Survivor Sheryl Crow Gives Back; August 19, 2010; Atlanta, GA
Young cancer patients from the Atlanta area were treated to a very special Stars Night Out with new mom and cancer survivor Sheryl Crow, August 19th.
11 year old Hannah strikes a pose backstage for the camera's. Monica, Hannah, Ari and Chase received a special visit from Sheryl's opening act, the amazing Colbie Caillat.
A big thanks from RAC to the Counting Crows who treated Portsmouth, VA cancer patients and families to a night out to enjoy the bands Traveling Circus and Medicine Show, featuring Augustana and upcoming rapper NOTAR, August 7th!
Paramore Rocks Out with RAC Again; August 12, 2010; Cincinnati, OH
Paramore, headlining the 2010 Honda Civic Tour, took time before the Cincinnati, OH show to meet with three special cancer patients and their families. The kids took pictures with the band, got CD's and photographs signed and spent some quality time with the four members of Paramore.
Letter from the family of Haley (pictured below in the orange shirt), a young cancer patient who attended the Paramore concert:
We wanted to give a heart felt thank you for your organization. There are not enough words to show our gratitude for giving are family a cherished moment. The Paramore concert was the first one that our girls have ever went to and it was priceless watching how they enjoyed it. Haley had a wonderful night. It was such a nice breath of fresh air, not worrying about stressful things such as medical issues. Cancer touches all of us in one form or another. I do believe awareness is a key to this type of cancer.
Our family is strong and hold fast to what the future holds in finding cures and exceptional treatments in all cancers. It is wonderful to sit and think about how children can shape the world.
Thank you again.
Garvin family: Haley, Rebecca, Olivia, Tamela and Frank
O.A.R. Rocks Out Stars Night Out Concert; August 10, 2010; Raleigh, NC
Young Cancer patients treated at Duke Children's and NC Children's Hospital's enjoy a night out with O.A.R. in Raleigh, NC August 10th.
The band was really nice and hosted the kids backstage for autographs and photographs before their amazing live show. The band hopes to visit hospitalized young cancer patients next time they visit NC.
RAC Rocking Out in 2010; July 22, 2010; Virginia Beach, VA
Rock Against Cancer had its first “Stars Night Out” in Virginia Beach on Tuesday, July 22. The Dave Matthews Band provided great seats for three young cancer patients and their families at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater. Dave Matthews even autographed some posters for us! We look forward to working with more patients from the Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters in the future.
Some other Summer 2010 concerts:
- Dave Matthews Band in Charlotte, NC on Wednesday, July 21
- Counting Crows in Portsmouth, VA on Saturday, August 7
- OAR in Raleigh, NC on Tuesday, August 10
- Train in Cleveland, OH on Sunday, September 5
- Paramore in Cincinnati, OH on Thursday, August 12
Joey's Footprints 2nd Annual "Evening For An Angel"; July 16, 2010; Mentor, OH
Visit Joey's Footprints website here for more information on this event. RAC Public Relations & Marketing Director, Ashley Voss, volunteered for this event and gave out information about RAC. This amazing event raised over $40,000 for a nonprofit based in Loveland, OH called CancerFree KIDS Pediatric Cancer Research Alliance.
CureSearch 10th Annual "Reach The Day" Event; June 21-22, 2010; Washington, DC
Please visit the RAC blog for more information about the CureSearch 10th Annual "Reach The Day" Event from our intern, Tucker's perspective.
Below: RAC Intern, Tucker Petty, with Congressman Walter B. Jones.
Above left: RAC Intern, Tucker Petty, with Congresswoman Sue Myrick.
Above right: Tucker receiving her Survivor's Medal from Gregory D. Reaman, M.D. He is the Chair of the Children's Oncology Group (COG), the research arm of CureSearch.
Ryan Kilgore Visits Egelston Children's Hospital in Atlanta; June 4, 2010; Atlanta, GA
Ryan Kilgore, a fourth generation saxophonist from Atlanta shared his music and good energy with children with cancer at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Egelston Children’s Hospital when he paid a special visit on June 4th. Ryan recently wrapped production on Tyler Perry’s “The Marriage Counselor”. Ryan continues his pursuit of excellence as the saxophonist for Stevie Wonder on his International 2010 Tour. Visit www.smoothsaxuality.com for more information on Ryan’s music.
Ryan and his wife Brandi visited with Jessie battling lymphoma and a saxophone player himself. The also autographed posters and CD’s for Chris who is being treated for a rare blood disorder. Ryan was in Atlanta to perform a special saxophone medley of Stevie Wonder songs at Leo Lucier's Going Home Celebration on June 5th.
Click here to see a video compilation of one of the young cancer patients Ryan visited in Atlanta.
A Capella Jam; March 19, 2010; Chapel Hill, NC
Wedding Dress Display Fundraiser; February 7, 2010; Chapel Hill, NC
On February 7, 2010 from 1-5 pm, there was a Wedding Dress Display at the University Baptist Church on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill, NC. This display had a charming collection of dresses and wedding memorabilia such as photographs and invitations from several generations of church members. All proceeds were donated to Rock Against Cancer.
"Something Old, Something New" Article, The Herald-Sun
"High School Student Hosts Wedding Dress Display" Article, 1360 WCHL
Hofbräuhaus Fundrasier; December 17, 2009; Newport, KY
Thank you everyone who attended this fundraiser benefitting Rock Against Cancer at the Hofbräuhaus in Newport, KY on December 17, 2009.
Together we raised over $1,400. Ten guests won Beer Steins, lunch gift certificates and other Hofbräuhaus items.
Congratulations to Bryson & Amanda Warner for winning the raffle prize of a 7-day trip to St. Maarten Island!!
A very special thank you to Mark Minton of Huntington Bank, Troy Harden from the Hofbräuhaus Newport and Greg, Kim & Trevor Voss for all your hard work!
Paramore Meets Teens in Atlanta; October 27, 2009; Atlanta, GA
Paramore welcomed Atlanta area teens battling cancer for a meet and greet before their concert on October 27th in Atlanta. Rock Against Cancer Board member Jean Murphy who hosted this ‘Stars Night Out’ commented about the band :
“I am totally a huge fan of Hayley's now....She was absolutely awesome with the kids and onstage! Zac giving Chris (cancer patient with a band that does Paramore cover songs) his drum sticks was incredible. Chris is on cloud 9!!!!”
1st Annual Strike Out Childhood Cancer Night; August 8, 2009; Durham, NC
No Doubt Rocks Two Star's Night Out Concerts in Two Days; July 10-11, 2009; Indianapolis, IN & Chicago, IL
No Doubt's 2009 summer tour has proved to be one of their best ever and Rock Against Cancer was lucky enough to hold two Star's Night Out concerts with the band on July 10, 2009 in Indianapolis, IN and on July 11, 2009 in Chicago, IL. Teens from Peyton Manning Children's Hospital at St. Vincent in Indianapolis were treated to a meet & greet with No Doubt, autographs, photographs and special concert seating at the Verizon Wireless Music Center. The next night, teens from Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago had the same experience at the First Midwest Bank Ampitheatre. No Doubt was gracious enough to also sign a CD & poster for Rock Against Cancer to use in the silent auction during the 1st Annual Strike Out Childhood Cancer Night on August 8, 2009.
Below: Teens battling cancer meet with No Doubt in Indianapolis and Chicago.
Beyonce Hosts Triangle Area Teens Backstage; June 27, 2009; Greensboro, NC
Teens being treated at Duke Children's Hospital and NC Children's Hospital enjoyed a wonderful night with Beyonce at th e Greensboro Coliseum on June 27, 2009. The ten patients, along with friends and family members enjoyed special concert seating during the show and then met Beyonce backstage after the concert for personal photographs and spent quality time getting to know the performer.
Pictured above: Beyonce with Shaquille, a young cancer patient; Shaquille getting a big hug from one of his favorite artists.
Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder gives cancer patient a gift from his heart; Atlanta, GA; June 25, 2009
Billy "Bubba" Walden was very excited to see Eddie Vedder in concert, unfortunately his disease had other plans which forced him to stay in the hospital on the night of the concert in Atlanta. When Eddie Vedder heard one of his biggest fans was unable to attend his concert, the Pearl Jam lead singer autographed a poster and t-shirt for Bubba. What would have been a Star's Night Out for Bubba was turned into a Gift's from the Heart gift basket by the gracious artist. The Gift's from the Heart program was started by Rock Against Cancer for situations where young cancer patients are too sick to leave the hospital to meet their favorite artist's in person.
Below: Billy "Bubba" Walden shows off his Eddie Vedder autographed poster along with Rock Against Cancer volunteer, Aimee Singleton.
A "Wonder"ful Night for Leo; Atlanta, GA; June 24, 2009
Click here to see the 11alive.com TV piece on Leo and his night with Stevie Wonder
An 18 year old cancer patient named Leo had the time of his life last night, June 24, 2009. Not only did he get to meet one of his absolute favorite artists, Stevie Wonder but he was also invited to sit on stage with the musical legend during the concert in Atlanta. Leo has been battling Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and highly agressive form of cancer, for years. Leo's constant upbeat and positive attitude came across perfectly in an interview with 11Alive.com reporter, Jaye Watson. Leo was asked if he ever wondered why he was striken with cancer and his reply was "No, do you think Stevie Wonder ever sits around and wonders why me? Why I am blind? I do not believe he does". After the concert, Stevie gave Leo a very valuable souvenir, the harmonica played at the very concert which Leo will never forget.
Below (from left): A backup dancer, Leo, Stevie Wonder & Stevie's daughter (Aisha Morris) on stage during the concert.
Below: Stevie Wonder singing in concert with Leo looking on.
Above Photos by: Robb D. Cohen (www.robbsphotos.com)
CureSearch "Reach The Day" Event; Washington, D.C.; June 22-23, 2009
On June 22 & 23, Rock Against Cancer founder, Lisa White, Ph.D, along with Public Relations & Marketing Director, Ashley Voss and Intern, Jordan Thorndyke attended the CureSearch "Reach The Day" Event in Washington, D.C. This advocacy event takes place every year in hope of securing more funding for childhood cancer research to one day reach the day where a cure will be found. A rally was held on the morning of June 23 with speakers including: Former Congresswoman Deborah Pryce, Congressman Joe Sestak and Congressman Chris Van Hollen, who are all staunch advocates for increased childhood cancer funding. The Caroline Pryce Walker Conquer Childhood Cancer Act was passed uniamiously in the House and Senate and signed into law by former President George W. Bush in 2008. This Act was named after Deborah Pryce's daughter, Caroline who passed away from childhood cancer. Lisa, Ashley & Jordan lobbied the North Carolina Senators & Congressman for full funding of the Act, $150 million over 5 years or $30 million a year.
Below (from left): Ashley Voss, Former Congresswoman Deborah Pryce and Lisa White, Ph.D
Coldplay Rocks 1st Star's Night Out Concert in 2009; Atlanta, GA; May 17, 2009
On Gabe Titus' 15th birthday, he got to do something most kids only dream about. He spent the night, along with six other children/teens battling cancer, their friends, family and his mother, Lisa White at a Coldplay concert in Atlanta. Not only is Gabe the son of the Rock Against Cancer founder, he is also a childhood cancer survivor, which made this concert all the more special to him and his family. The group got to meet the band backstage, get autographs, take pictures and share stories with Coldplay members, Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Will Champion and Guy Berryman. They enjoyed the concert from the 2nd row of Lakewood Ampitheatre and were able to spend the night forgetting about hosptials, treatments and cancer altogether. Rock Against Cancer is planning many more Star's Night Out concerts in 2009 with many of today's top artists such as Beyonce and No Doubt to bring the healing power of music to children battling cancer
Below left: Birthday boy and childhood cancer survivor, Gabe Titus, has a Manchester United jersey signed by Coldplay band members.
Below right: Group picture Coldplay with everyone invited to attend the meet & greet on 5/17.
RAC Founder Presents Check to Duke Children's Hospital 'School of Rock' Program; Durham, NC; April 27, 2009
Rock Against Cancer is continuing its mission to make music part of the cure for children battling cancer. The Duke Children’s Hospital “School of Rock” program received a second round of funding on April 28, 2009 at 11:00am.
Rock Against Cancer founder, Dr. Lisa White, presented a check in the amount of $20,000 to continue music therapy for children and teens hospitalized during cancer treatment. There was a live demonstration of an individual music therapy session. The “School of Rock” provides a Board Certified Music Therapist to work with young cancer patients including song writing and recording. Studies show music helps young cancer patient’s deal with the anxiety, nausea and pain that accompany chemotherapy.
Rock Against Cancer began the “School of Rock” program in 2005 with a grant from the Hot Topic Foundation. Since then, eleven programs have been created in top Children’s Oncology Hospitals across the country. In August 2007, this “School of Rock” program opened at Duke Children’s Hospital and Board Certified Music Therapist, Tray Batson was hired part time.
Below: Music Therapist, Tray Batson, works with young cancer patients at Duke Children's Hospital during a Music Therapy demonstration.
Levine Children's Hosptial 'School of Rock' Program Receives Additional Funding; Charlotte, NC; April, 26, 2009
Rock Against Cancer is continuing its mission to make music part of the cure for children battling cancer. The Levine Children’s Hospital at Carolinas Medical Center “School of Rock” program received a second round of funding on April 27, 2009. Rock Against Cancer founder, Dr. Lisa White, presented a check in the amount of $20,000 to continue the music therapy for children and teens hospitalized during cancer treatment. In addition a live demonstration of a group music therapy session took place. The “School of Rock” provides a Board Certified Music Therapist to work with young cancer patients including song writing and recording. Studies show music helps young cancer patient’s deal with the anxiety, nausea and pain that accompany chemotherapy.
In January 2007, this School of Rock program opened at Levine Children’s Hospital and Board Certified Music Therapist, Treva Collins was hired part time.
“We are thrilled with the positive impact Treva has had on children with cancer being treated at Levine Children’s Hospital. Children write and perform songs with Treva and feel safe in expressing their emotions about being young and having to battle cancer. We are extremely proud of the eleven School of Rock programs operating around the country”. –Dr. Lisa White, Founder, Rock Against Cancer
Below Left: A young cancer patient and her mother play with instruments donated by Rock Against Cancer to the 'School of Rock' program at Levine.
Below Right: Music Therapist, Treva Collins, works with a young cancer patient during a Music Therapy demonstration at Levine Children's Hospital in Charlotte, NC.
RAC Takes Part In Pediatric Cancer Awareness Day; Raleigh, NC; February 14, 2009
Gabe Titus hosted a Rock Against Cancer awareness booth at a Pediatric Cancer Awareness Day at Leesville High School in Raleigh, NC on February 14, 2009. Fellow childhood leukemia survivor, Andrew Tibbetts, organized the event as an Eagle Scout project to collect toys and toiletry items for "Be Prepared Bags" given to North Carolina Children's Hospital childhood cancer patients.
Below Left: The Durham Bulls mascot, Wool E. Bull, visited the Pediatric Cancer Awareness Day and met with Gabe Titus to discuss the 1st Annual Strike Out Childhood Cancer Night on August 8, 2009 at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Below Right: Gabe Titus shows off the Rock Against Cancer booth he created.
RAC Founder Lobby's in D.C. For Increased Childhood Cancer Funding; Washington, D.C.; February 2, 2009
Rock Against Cancer Founder, Dr. Lisa White, took part in the CureSearch "Reach The Day" Event on February 2, 2009. She visited Washington, D.C. to lobby North Carolina Congressmen and Senators to secure full funding for the Caroline Pryce Walker Conquer Childhood Cancer Act which was passed into law in the summer of 2008. Dr. White is CureSearch North Carolina Team Leader.
RAC Beneficiary of 02 Fitness Member Night; Chapel Hill, NC; January 22, 2009
Thanks to Jason Peters and Shawn Huber for encouraging the members of 02 Fitness, Chapel Hill to come out and support Rock Against Cancer at the
Member Appreciation Night at the Krunkleton Bar on Franklin Street January 22nd. Kudos' to Shawn for donating a basketball signed by UNC Coach Roy Williams and to the Krunkleton for donating wine for our raffle. The night was fun for all of the 02 members and a great way to gain local support for Rock Against Cancer.
Below: Gayle Silver, Personal Trainer at 02 Fitness and Rock Against Cancer Volunteer, greets members and sells raffle tickets.
"School of Rock" Benefit Concert; Sweetwater Brewery, Atlanta, GA,; August 3, 2008
Sunday was a great day to drink good beer, fight cancer and rock out with Collective Efforts, Dubconscious and STS9, at SweetWater Brewery. Proceeds went to the Rock Against Cancer “School of Rock” program, providing a full-time music therapist, digital recording studio and musical instruments to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta hospitals. For more information, visit www.rockagainstcanceratl.org
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THANK YOU STS9
Rock Against Cancer is excited to announce a very generous donation, over $17,000 From STS9 (Sound Tribe Sector 9), one of America's top touring electronic acts. Through STS9’s 4 night, SOLD OUT run at The Tabernacle, Atlanta's premier venue, STS9 raised money for ROCK AGAINST CANCER.
A raffle was also held during the event, for a one-of-a-kind signed 20 x 30 framed photo, of the STS9 at the New Year's Eve Show, by Live Concert Photographer Eric Rejman.
STS9 is currently selling two incredible prints from long-time STS9 photographer extraordinaire Eric Rejman taken at STS9's New Year's Eve concert at The Tabernacle. They are now available for purchase exclusively through the STS9 Store at www.sts9.com. Each of these limited edition, 12"x18" signed prints captures the band only the way Eric can. They can be purchased separately or as a discounted pair. Best of all, 10% of each order goes directly to Rock Against Cancer! Grab yours TODAY!
STS9 ROCKS! the band bigheartedly donates to various charities throughout the year raising over $150,000 during just past few tours.
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