Indianapolis, Indiana (PRWEB) September 05, 2014
Cancer is one of the leading killers of children in America, but funding for pediatric cancer research has lagged in recent years. More than 20 percent of pediatric cancer victims do not survive, and they would benefit from more research. September is designated as Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, and in honor of this month and their daughter Caroline, the Symmes family is hosting several events in the Indianapolis area to raise funding and awareness about the need for pediatric cancer research.
Caroline Symmes was diagnosed with Wilms Tumor Disease when she was just three years old. While the cure rate for Wilms Tumor is 90 percent, Caroline had one of the most aggressive cases oncologists had seen. There had not been enough research done on a tumor like hers because of lack of funding. As a response to their tragic loss, the Symmes family is dedicated to raising funds through the Caroline Symmes Endowment for Pediatric Cancer Research.
The Caroline Symmes Endowment for Pediatric Cancer Research will fund the only program of its kind in the world to address pediatric research for solid tumors. It has the potential to dramatically impact the funding dynamics related to solid tumor research in children. The Symmes family hopes that further research ensures that no other family will have to be in their position.
September fundraising events include:
Yoga Class at Riley
Thursday, Sept. 4 at 12 p.m.
Families from Riley Hospital for Children will participate in this free one-hour yoga class.
Lucas Estate Viewing Party for Colts/Broncos Sunday Night Football Game
Sunday, Sept. 7 at 6:30 p.m.
Former NFL players will attend this event, which includes a cocktail party and silent auction. Jeff Saturday, a retired center for the Indianapolis Colts, will speak via a live feed.
Caroline Classic Golf Outing
Monday, Sept. 8 at Broadmoor Country Club
Proceeds from this annual tournament go to The Caroline Symmes Endowment for Pediatric Cancer Research to benefit Riley Hospital for Children.
Pink Label Event
Thursday, Sept. 25 at 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 26 at 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Caroline Symmes was a five-year-old fashionista who loved clothes and anything pink. The Pink Label Event is a consignment sale featuring women’s, children’s and men’s clothes and accessories.
People can also support the Caroline Symmes Endowment for Pediatric Cancer Research and find more information about events at http://www.carolinesymmes.org.