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Cleveland 5K Virtual Kickoff Event!

Cleveland, OH

Wednesday April 21, 2021 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Online Community Meeting

Online , MO

Wednesday April 21, 2021 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Houston 5K VIRTUAL KICKOFF EVENT

Houston, TX

Thursday April 22, 2021 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Ian Kennedy & Family Present $75K to HFTC

Nov 30, 2020

The Kennedy Family Starts the Season of Giving to Help Defeat Brain Cancer   Ian Kennedy and his wife Allison are excited to present the Head for the Cure Foundation (HFTC) with a $75,000 donation as a part of their “K’s for a Cause” program to HFTC Founder and President, Matt Anthony and hosted by Fox 4’s John Holt. The check presentation will be a part of the #GivingTuesday celebration on Tuesday, December 1st premiered on HFTC’s Facebook and YouTube at 4 p.m. CST.   In early August Ian Kennedy and his wife Allison announced their new initiative “K’s for a Cause.” During...

The 9th Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Central Texas is Going VIRTUAL!

Nov 17, 2020

imageedit_1_7931997225.png Join us for our next run! As we navigate this ever-changing environment Head for the Cure wants to ensure the health and safety of our participants, especially our survivors who we run and walk for, and celebrate during our event. Our 9th Head for the Cure 5K - Central Texas on Sunday, April 11th, has been re-envisioned as a VIRTUAL EVENT! Date: Sunday, April 11th Time: 8:00 a.m. CDTLocation: Facebook  YouTube! What Is A Virtual 5K?This interactive event brings the same unique elements of an in-person 5K online to celebrate and remember our...

Orlando Physician Spotlight - Dr. Nick

Nov 04, 2020

Meet Dr. Nicholas G. Avgeropoulos Head for the Cure exists to ignite hope within the brain cancer community while aiming to increase vital clinical research and patient programs. As our local beneficiary and member of the Brain Tumor Trials Collaborative (BTTC), Orlando Health Cancer Institute greatly contributes to that mission. We would like to shine a light on one of those wonderful individuals Dr. Nicholas G. Avgeropoulos, Co-Director, Brain and Spine Tumor Program, and get to know them a little better. Enjoy! Register Today! Dr. Nick Spotlight.png ...

Prime Days Benefit Head for the Cure

Oct 13, 2020

Do you have your Amazon Prime deals picked out? Do some good while shopping and choose Head for the Cure as your Amazon Smile charity! A percentage of your purchses will benefit our mission of defeating brain cancer step by step! Make sure you're logged in to your Smile.Amazon.com account to do so! Amazing Smile.png ...

Detroit Survivor Spotlight - Stephanie N

Sep 26, 2020

Each year, teams participate in our annual Head for the Cure 5K - Detroit. Steph's Star Steppers participates to celebrate Stephanie Nave's story and courageous battle with brain cancer. By participating in this event, you are helping fund research and programs to support the brain tumor community. Learn more about Stephanie below! REGISTER OR DONATE TODAY! Stephanie Nave.png I found out I had a brain tumor when I was a senior in high school, 20 years ago. My mom brought me to a routine MRI for my Epilepsy that I have, they never used contrast before so when the tech's came out to...

The 4th Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Orlando is Going VIRTUAL!

Sep 17, 2020

Going Virtual Orlando 2021.png Join us for our next run! As we navigate this ever-changing environment Head for the Cure wants to ensure the health and safety of our participants, especially our survivors who we run and walk for, and celebrate during our event. Our 4th Head for the Cure 5K - Orlando on Saturday, February 20th, has been re-envisioned as a VIRTUAL EVENT! Date: Saturday, February 20th Time: 9:00 a.m. EDTLocation: Facebook  YouTube! What Is A Virtual 5K?This interactive event brings the same unique elements of an in-person 5K online to celebrate and...

The 5th Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Charleston is Going VIRTUAL!

Sep 14, 2020

Virtual 5K Announcement - Charleston.png Join us for our next run! As we navigate this ever-changing environment Head for the Cure wants to ensure the health and safety of our participants, especially our survivors who we run and walk for, and celebrate during our event. Our 5th Head for the Cure 5K - Charleston on Saturday, February 27th, has been re-envisioned as a VIRTUAL EVENT! Date: Saturday, February 27th Time: 9:00 a.m. EDTLocation: Facebook  YouTube! What Is A Virtual 5K?This interactive event brings the same unique elements of an in-person 5K online to...

Detroit Physician Spotlight - Meet Dr. Snyder!

Sep 01, 2020

The 7th annual Head for the Cure 5K Run/Walk - Detroit is only a month away on Sunday, October 4th!  We are proud to partner with the Hermelin Brain Tumor Center at Henry Ford Health System and their efforts to increase awareness while performing vital clinical research. Please take a moment to learn more about one of those dedicated physicians working to find a cure, Dr. James Snyder. REGISTER OR DONATE TODAY! Dr. Snyder 2018 Profile.png ...

Salt Lake City, Join Us for an Online Donation-Based Yoga Class!

Aug 27, 2020

SLC Yoga Class Graphic.png Join us for an online donation-based yoga class hosted by Mountain Yoga Sandy!  Mountain Yoga Sandy has generously donated this class in support of the Inaugural Head for the Cure - Utah Brain Tumor Alliance - UT Go Grey Virtual 5K! Make a donation of any amount to join us for an online all-levels yoga/stretch class hosted via Zoom!  If you are looking for a way to feel good in mind, body, and soul this is the experience for you! Come join us for a moderate practice with a delightful balance of strengthening and stretching yoga poses. This class is...

Detroit Physician Spotlight - Meet Dr. Walbert!

Aug 26, 2020

The 7th annual Head for the Cure 5K Run/Walk - Detroit is coming up on Sunday, October 4th on Facebook and YouTube!  We are proud to partner with the Hermelin Brain Tumor Center at Henry Ford Health System and their efforts to increase awareness while performing vital clinical research. Please take a moment to learn more about one of those dedicated physicians working to find a cure, Dr. Tobias Walbert. Register or Donate Today! Dr. Walbert ...

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