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Oncology

A Road for the Cure Foundation

The Pediatric Oncology Unit at the Salah gifts and put them in personalized Santa bags for
Foundation Children’s Hospital was previously a each and every child. At the Holiday Party, every
post-cardiac adult trauma center with dull paint child is able to come up and unwrap their pres-
peeling off the walls and patients stuffed in ents on stage with Santa. All of their incredible
rooms with nothing to do. These immunocom- members get to watch every kid light up with
promised patients had little chance of interac- excitement as they unwrap gifts they never
tion, and most were kept in isolation. thought they’d be able to have. This truly exem-
Unfortunately, the only opportunity of entertain- plifies the heart and soul of their organization,
ment was provided by a tiny, worn-out table doing something to spark joy in the patients and
stacked with outdated games and puzzles. This their families during such a hard time in their
environment significantly contributed to the lives.
agony that they were already withstanding. On October 19, 2019, A Road for the Cure
The American Heritage Pre-Medical Society Foundation will be hosting its 5th Annual Gala
had been previously able to volunteer in the BY ANISA HAFFIZULLA themed "A Night in Spain” at the Fort
unit, and their members were consistently wit- Lauderdale Marriott in Coral Springs, FL! The
nessing this tragedy first-hand. This absolutely event is projected to have at least 150 guests,
heartbreaking situation motivated them to create a certified raising money for a 100% donation to the pediatric oncology
501(c)3 nonprofit called the A Road for the Cure Foundation unit at Broward Health. All donations will be used to furnish
run completely by high school students. After fundraising for the new playroom in the pediatric oncology unit, expand the
several years, their foundation was successfully able to trans- services of the pediatric oncology unit to serve more children,
form the unit’s measly stack of board games to a welcoming acquire new equipment for patient care, and provide much-
$250,000 playroom. The playroom is replete with an Xbox, needed support to patients and families. The gala will have a
Playstation, and cupboards full of board games and toys for silent and live auction, gourmet dinner, and live entertainment.
children of all ages to enjoy. They continuously strive to If you are interested in attending or simply donating to this
improve the conditions of the unit to create an exemplary incredible cause, please visit https://bit.ly/2K2tSvi
model of treatment that pediatric cancer patients rightfully Event donors will be displayed on their event brochure,
deserve. event slideshow, at the silent or live auction areas, and all
They hold several annual events throughout the year, such as throughout the gala. They will also have all of our sponsors and
their 5K for a Better Day, Superhero Party, and Holiday Party. At donors listed on our website. For more information on spon-
the Holiday Party the students purchase all of the gifts on the sorship, please contact studentpresident@aroadforthecure.org.
patients’ Christmas lists with what they have fundraised from You can truly make a direct impact on the lives of those who
October to December. Their officers meet to wrap up all of the need it by contributing today!

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