September is a very important month for The Valerie Fund. In the United States, September has been designated both National Children's Cancer Awareness Month and National Sickle Cell Awareness Month. The healthcare heroes of The Valerie Fund Children's Centers are dedicated to supporting the children who battle both pediatric cancer and blood disorders so we want to share a little bit more about these two special designations as well as what we can all do during this time to maximize the support for our kids.
September is a time to recognize the difficulties, struggles, and health concerns of children battling cancer and blood disorders. Families who have experienced these firsthand know all to well how difficult treatment can be but it can often be a solitary battle. Many families want to protect their children and thus don't speak of their battles.
September's recognition of childhood cancer and blood disorders is a way to safely champion these brave kids who are giving it their all. We can celebrate their fighting spirit and show them how much support they really have - not just at home, not just at The Valerie Fund Children's Centers, and not just in the hospitals but from all of us.
There are multiple ways you can show your support for our kids even if you don't live in the same house or have a direct family member. The easiest and most wide-reaching way to show support is to donate to The Valerie Fund. We provide comprehensive psychosocial support to children battling cancer and blood disorders and partner with seven different hospitals across New Jersey, New York City, and metro-Philadelphia.
Helping The Valerie Fund ensures we are able to continue providing services at no cost to families in need. These services include things like child life specialists, psychologists, pain management, social workers, educational liaisons, and even emergency assistance for families dealing with financial insecurity. This emergency fund has been critical to families in 2020 dealing with loss of employment due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you are looking for something a little more interactive, you could join us for The Virtual Valerie Fund Walk & JAG-ONE Physical Therapy 5K. Going virtual for the first time, this will be a week-long event where people walk or run a 5K in their own neighborhoods and local parks to raise money and their voices for the children of The Valerie Fund. The week of getting out of the house will capped off by a live presentation from Verona Park on October 3rd. Click here to register a team and learn all the details including a prize basket worth over $1,000 including gift cards to Amazon, ShopRite, and Dunkin'. Click here to learn more.
You could also purchase a ticket to win a new 2021 Subaru Crosstrek! This raffle is another way that friends of The Valerie Fund community can show their support for the kids. One lucky winner will have their name drawn on November 23rd and drive away in style and comfort. Click here to purchase online or get more information.
A new Jersey Mike's is opening in Boonton and they are excited to help the kids of The Valerie Fund. You'll be able to score a free sub with a donation to The Valerie Fund starting Wednesday, September 16th.
You can also post shout-outs to our kids on social media. Tag The Valerie Fund on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or whichever platform you like best so our kids can see how much love and support is out there for them. Use the hashtag #BecauseOfValerie so the entire community can come together and go gold and red for National Children's Cancer Awareness Month and National Sickle Cell Awareness Month!
Register today for the The Virtual Valerie Fund Walk & JAG-ONE Physical Therapy 5K!
Click here for more information or to register today!
During this difficult time of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Valerie Fund remains dedicated to the children battling cancer and blood disorders. We are in this together and continue to treat every child who needs our help.
If you would like to help, you can click here to donate.
We are in this together. #BecauseofValerie
