Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Very Important Patient (VIP): Daiquan


Daiquan lives with his family in Indiana. He was only 23 when he was diagnosed with a rare cancer called Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Nasopharynx, stage IV. He entered a clinical trial in March 2013, it was his only treatment option. In November 2014 he received the news that is cancer free!  

"I'm truly blessed to be able to say I'm CANCER FREE!!!!! I have to give thanks to USDC Cancer Center and everyone there that had faith. I must give thanks to the Lazarex Cancer Foundation as there's no way I would have made it without their help. To everyone that donates to their program - Thank You so very much and may God bless all of you! I pray that everyone has very safe and Happy Holidays!!!
Daiquan

The Best Gift Ever

 
Dear Friends,
It's no secret that in the midst of all the holiday hustle, the spirit of goodwill can seem hard to find. We get so caught up in our pre-holiday activities that we don't notice the goodness and kindness that is happening around us. I am happy to say that at Lazarex we experience acts of goodwill everyday through our sponsors, donors, volunteers, fundraising participants and the many letters of gratitude that we receive from patients and their family members.  
    
Your support of Lazarex Cancer Foundation has given hope and life to so many. Thanks to you, over 900 Lazarex-supported patients have participated in clinical trials that have led to FDA approval of more than a half-dozen cancer fighting drugs!  Your gift not only helps cancer patients in need now, it is reaching their families and loved ones, as well as future generations. 
 
Here is one example of your gifts in action: In November, Daiquan, a Lazarex VIP (Very Important Patient), got the news that he is cancer free thanks to the clinical trial treatment he receives!

With your support we can continue to help end stage cancer patients engaged in a fight for life. Please consider a contribution to Lazarex when making your year-end donations.  

As you celebrate this holiday season, may you and your loved ones receive the gifts of connection, grace and healing. May the spirit of goodwill prevail and gladden your heart.   
 
Sincerely,
Dana Dornsife
President,
Lazarex Cancer Foundation
www.lazarex.org

Tuesday, December 16, 2014

They walked, they ran, they gobbled their way to the finish line in the 2014 Thanksgiving Turkey Run

They walked, they ran, they gobbled their way to the finish line in the 2014 Thanksgiving Turkey Run. This Thanksgiving was Lazarex Cancer Foundation’s first year as a benefiting and participating charity in the Forma Gym 22nd Annual Turkey Trot in Walnut Creek, CA.

This Thanksgiving was Lazarex Cancer Foundation’s first year as a benefiting and participating charity in the Forma Gym 22nd Annual Turkey Trot in Walnut Creek, CA.

We were the sponsor for the Kids Fun Run’s. It was a great morning to spend with a large community of friends and families for the benefit of local nonprofits. It was a great way to kick off a day of celebration and gratitude.

The event had over 7,000 registered runners this year! It was largest festival venue by far. In 2015 there will be brand new courses in all events to accommodate the growing number of participants.

Look for us next year – we’ll be there!