The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation's Looseleaf Blog

2012 Tandem Walks for Bile Duct Cancer

Dawn Lyon — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 14:59:05 +0000

Walk to help find a cure for bile duct cancer. In April, tandem walks will be happen all over the U.S. – CA, FL, MD, WI, CT, NC. Sign up today or start your own walk. Find out more at: http://bileductcancerwalk.org/tandemwalks.htm

Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Month

The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:12:47 +0000

We raised over $43,350.00!

We want to thank all those who have so generously given of their time, talents & resources to the foundation this past year and especially during our awareness month in February. It is always so heart-warming for me personally to see so many so willing to support.

We appreciate having the opportunity to serve you, and those you love. We couldn’t do it any of this without your generous support.

Andrea’s Night!

Dawn Lyon — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:21:05 +0000

On January 14, 2012 AndreaRemembered.org hosted it’s first ever Anrdrea’s Night charity auction. It was a great success with nearly $70,000 raised from donations of sponsors, donors and the generous contributions of auction participants. The money will help fund the Andrea M. Fuquay Memorial Scholarship Fund at USI and a $10,000 donation was made to the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation. We are grateful for Dan and everyone at AndreaRemembered.org as we work to find a cure for bile duct cancer.

February is Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Month, all donations this month will go to bile duct cancer research.

To find out more about AndreaRemembered.org click here.

Your donations hard at work

The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:50:42 +0000

The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation partnered with the Conquer Cancer Foundation of ASCO in 2011 through funding both the Young Investigator Award in Cholangiocarcinoma Research and the Long Term International Fellowship (LIFe) Award.

The Young Investigator Award was a one-year $50,000 grant given to a promising investigator conducting research in cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer). Awarded by the Conquer Cancer Foundation of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (formerly known as The ASCO Cancer Foundation), the grant is intended to raise awareness and trigger progress against this rare disease, while providing critical funding for physician-scientists at the beginning of their careers. Providing early-career grants helps encourage investigators to focus their careers on cholangiocarcinoma. The Conquer Cancer Foundation Grants Selection Committee determined the recipient by evaluating the scientific merit and potential career-development impact of the Young Investigator Award applications using a two-part peer-review process. Learn more about the Grant Recipient later this month.

Dr. Suebpong Tanasanvimon was the recipient of the Long Term International Fellowship (LIFe) Award.

Dr. Tanasanvimon is a researcher from Thailand, a country that has the highest rate of cholangiocarcinoma in the world. Dr. Tanasanvimon practices medicine at Chulalongkorn University. As part of the LIFe Award, Dr. Tanasanvimon has been performing research at MD Anderson Cancer Center under the mentorship of Dr. Milind Javle, MD. The $60,000 grant is used to solely fund research in cholangiocarcinoma. The funds are provided by The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation in cooperation with the Conquer Cancer Foundation.

February is Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Month

The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:19:39 +0000

Salt Lake City, UT – February is cholangiocarcinoma awareness month, and The Cholangiocarcnoma Foundation will be leading numerous events in February to help raise awareness of this rare cancer. Events include fundraising for 2012 research grants, awareness drives on Facebook and Twitter, spotlight webinars on research efforts, and a call on Congress.

“February gives our dedicated community a month-long opportunity to channel their energy to educate the general public of cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) and the challenges associated with it,” said foundation president, Sara Hinkley. She added, “We’ll be offering engaging and informative activities based on our mission of Collaboration, Understanding, Research and Education to assist with directing our efforts.”

The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. Its vision is to bring about a CURE for cholangiocarcinoma.

Silent Auction, Barbecue and Concert

Dawn Lyon — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:39:14 +0000

If you are in the Ashville, NC area this weekend spend your Saturday night at the Charles MBeall Auditorium at Haywood Community College enjoying a concert by Julia Ann Band, Mc Kayla Reece and John Wiggins. General admission is $30 and your ticket includes barbecue. Proceeds go to Sharon’s Fight. Doors open at 4:30 and concert is at 6:00 p.m. For more details or to check ticket availability call Wanda Brooks at 828-226-1657.

Riding in honor of Nick

Dawn Lyon — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:36:00 +0000

For the second year Corinne Croce will be participating in the Cycle for Survival in honor of her brother Nick. Nick was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) and lost his battle after only eight short months. Inspired by his spirit and selflessness, she raised over $40,000 last year to help in the fight against rare cancer. This year her goal is $50,000.

Let’s help support Corinne.

Check out her site and read more about her and her inspiring
brother, by clicking the link below.
We ride for Nick, We ride for Life, We ride together to pull each other up.

We thank Corinne for her dedication and support in raising funds and awareness of rare cancers, especially bile duct cancer.

Santa Is Calling

Dawn Lyon — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:37:00 +0000

With Christmas just a few days away we wanted to share this link: http://santaiscalling.blogspot.com/

From now through December 24th Santa will be making FREE phone calls to children all around the world! The countdown clock is ticking, and the elves are making their preparations for the big night!

It only requires three simple steps:
1. Fill out the form at least two days in advance!
2. Santa will email you to confirm your time and collect some TOP SECRET info…
3. Reply to Santa’s email as soon as possible!

They are also taking donations to benefit The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation which we greatly appreciate.

Try it out.

Happy Holidays!

Something for Sue

Dawn Lyon — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:53:00 +0000

For anyone in the Indianapolis, Indiana there will be a bowling fundraiser to benefit The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation on April 14, 2012 in support of Susan Crago. Details are below:

WHEN: Saturday, April 14TH at 1:00 pm
WHERE: Woodland Bowling, 3421 E. 96TH Street, Indianapolis

4 people per team – $100 per team
(You can sign up as an individual too)
Includes 3 games and shoe rental
50/50 Raffle, Door Prizes, Auction items
Live music by Gypsy Revival

We’d like thank Sue and everyone for their support.
If you have any questions about donating and/or bowling please email:
somethingforsue2012@gmail.com or visit:
www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/susancrago/somethingforsue

Thanks again Sue!

Thomas E. Whitten, Jr. Memorial Golf Outing and Cookout

Dawn Lyon — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:41:00 +0000

Congratulations to the Whitten Family and everyone involved in the Fourth Annual Thomas E. Whitten, Jr. Memorial Golf Outing and Cookout. The event which took place on September 24th was a great success. Not only did everyone have a great time, they raised over $14,000 for cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) research. Thanks to Doug and everyone involved for their continuing support. Check out the winning team photo.