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Looking for a little inspiration?

It’s almost March. March Madness is on the horizon. Spring Fever is taking you by storm. Are you looking for motivation? Are you looking to be inspired? Maybe even looking for a laugh? If you answered yes or even a maybe to those questions above, it may be time for you check out Jim Valvano’s 1993 ESPY Speech. Remember, there are three things you should do everyday: laugh, think and cry. And if you do, you will have something special. I could give you a million more quotes from this speech, but that would spoil it for you. Check it [...]

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Tickets are going fast…7th Dick Vitale Gala

In just three months, the 7th annual Dick Vitale Gala will be kicking off at the Ritz-Carlton in Sarasota, Florida, and we have five reasons why you’ll want to be at this event. 1. The honorees. Gary Williams, Jay Wright and Lou Holtz have contributed so much over to college athletics over the years. 2. The after party. This year there will be after party beginning at 10 p.m. featuring the classic R&B group The Spinners 3. The location. It’s Sarasota, Florida. Right now, in some places we are finally seeing snow and it’s getting a little cold. I can’t imagine [...]

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Delta Chi & The V Foundation

In the past six years, The V Foundation for Cancer Research has enjoyed and been proud of our partnership with The Delta Chi Fraternity, Inc. The International President, R.C. Damle, explained that one of Delta Chi’s core values, Character, enables the members of Delta Chi to continuously meet and exceed their pledges to The V Foundation. Whether it’s the University of Maryland’s Delta Chi Movers, Arizona State University’s Pancake Social, Florida State University’s Earthball or the University of Washington’s Sun Splash, these events all over the country are not just raising money for cancer research but raising awareness about the mission [...]

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A Quick Click Helps The V Foundation

Who knew that liking a Facebook page could help fund research grants across the country? Starting on February 20, a simple “like” on Hooters’ Facebook page will send $1 to The V Foundation. The promotion will run from February 20 to April 2, and for every new “like,” Hooters will donate $1 to The V Foundation. Hooters has been a V Foundation partner since 2002 and has raised more than $2.1 million for breast cancer research. So, wait a few days and mark your calendar … and if your boss sees you on Facebook on February 20, just let them [...]

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$120 Million Raised Thanks to Supporters Like You

  The V Foundation has raised more than $120 million for cancer research. Since 1994, we have awarded over 450 research grants in more than 100 prominent research institutions nationwide. Although it is important to look back and realize what we have accomplished, it is more important to recognize that we could not have done this without donations, community events and support from the community. Whether it’s collecting donations at a local basketball game or the “Find A Cure” promotion from Corona, we are grateful for the support and donations we have received in the community. As we move forward, [...]

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Likes, Re-tweets, Mentions, Shares- Oh my!

Social Media. It’s taking over everything or at least it can feel like it is. I could give you all the statistics about how many people are on Facebook and Twitter or that Justin Bieber has more than 16 million followers (That’s right- more than 16 million). Maybe at this moment you are checking out our Twitter and Facebook and you are kind of shocked. How do we barely have 10,000 followers or almost 13,000 fans? Shouldn’t we have more? If you are reading this blog, there is a good chance you are a Facebook Fan or Twitter Follower already [...]

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Community Events for February

At the beginning of the year we posted about community events that support The V Foundation. This week we wanted to spotlight a few events for February and show all of our supporters how much we appreciate their support. This Friday, in Lambertville, New Jersey, Mitchells Bar is hosting a Phase 3 Rocks Against Cancer event. The event is a fundraiser and helps raise awareness in support of local friends and family with cancer.  On Saturday, the Aviation Poker Run will take place in Louisburg, North Carolina. All the participants will meet at the Triangle North Executive Airport at the [...]

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Help Find A Cure with Corona

It’s been a long day or even a long week and you know what would be really nice? A Corona, not just a Corona, but one with a lime in it. Then, just close your eyes and imagine you are on a beach and all you can hear is the waves crashing on the sand. Sounds nice, doesn’t it? Corona and The V Foundation are partnering together in the fight against cancer this basketball season with “Help Find A Cure.” From March 12 to April 2, participating bars and restaurants will be selling these paper basketballs. 100 percent of the [...]

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