Coming Together for Kids: The State of Sarcoma at CureFest 2025 🎗️

Written By Nick Mracek

Every child’s life deserves joyful moments, fearless hope, and a future filled with possibilities. That’s why we’re honored to share something deeply important to us: the upcoming State of Sarcoma event, presented by the Rhabdo Coalition, at this year’s CureFest in Washington, D.C.

This event is not just a gathering. It is a movement for kids fighting sarcoma.

💛 The State of Sarcoma is a powerful opportunity to:

  • Shine a spotlight on the urgent needs in sarcoma childhood cancer research

  • Elevate the voices of families and survivors

  • Advocate for safer, more effective, less toxic treatments

  • Unite organizations and individuals with a shared mission to fight for every child’s tomorrow

📍Where: JW Marriott, Washington, D.C.
📅 When: Saturday, September 20, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
🔗 RSVP here

🎙️ Featured Speakers:

  • Dr. Giselle Sholler, Penn State / Beat Childhood Cancer

  • Dr. Elizabeth A. Stewart, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

  • Dr. Jack F. Shern, NCI – Pediatric Oncology Branch

  • Dr. Javed Khan, NCI – Genetics Branch

These leading experts in pediatric oncology and genetics will share updates on where sarcoma research stands today, where it needs to go, and how we can get there faster together.

We believe that together, as compassionate, loyal, and loving advocates, we can drive change. That is what the State of Sarcoma is all about: action, unity, and creating real momentum in the fight against childhood cancer.

And we need you with us. Whether you're a family, a supporter, a researcher, or simply someone who cares, your voice matters. Your presence in Washington D.C. makes a difference.

🌈 Let’s make noise. Let’s demand better. Let’s honor our kids in the most powerful way we can by fighting for their futures.

Rhabdo Coalition

The Rhabdo Coalition is a united force of organizations founded in honor of children who have faced rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive childhood cancer. Together, we are driven by love, loss, hope, and determination to push for better outcomes and brighter futures.

💛 Founding Members of the Rhabdo Coalition:

  • Mighty Millie Foundation

  • Maddie’s Promise

  • Summer’s Way

  • Sebastian Strong

  • Friends of TJ Foundation

  • Elevate Childhood Cancer

Together, we are using our collective voices to raise awareness, advocate for better treatments, and fund research that gives families real hope.

Nick Mracek
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