Philadelphia, PA

Burgers and Brews - Philadelphia, PA

When

Fall 2012

Where

Philadelphia, PA 19106

About the Event

Join us for Philly's inaugural CureSearch Burgers and Brews - a night to savor the best burgers and beers Philly has to offer while raising money for children's cancer research. Experience burger and beer pairing stations, a diverse silent auction and live entertainment. Your participation is an investment in the lives of more than 40,000 children, adolescents and young adults who are currently undergoing treatment for pediatric cancer, as well as in the 36 children who are newly diagnosed each day.

About CureSearch

CureSearch for Children's Cancer is a national non-profit foundation whose mission is to fund and support children's cancer research and provide information and resources to all those affected by children's cancer. CureSearch raises funds for promising research conducted at more than 175 hospitals in the United States. These hospitals participate in National Cancer Institute sponsored clinical trials conducted by the Children's Oncology Group. CureSearch also funds other clinical, basic and translational research so that researchers can understand all aspects of children's cancer, from its causes to its consequences.

At CureSearch, our vision is to guarantee a cure for every child

For more information, contact Kelli Very at (732) 737-4809.

Children's Cancer Facts

  • Cancer is the #1 cause of death by disease in children.
  • Nearly 13,500 children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer each year.
  • 1 child out of 5 who is diagnosed with cancer dies.
  • 3 out of 5 children who survive cancer suffer devastating, long-term side effects.
  • More than 40,000 children are undergoing treatment for cancer.