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 "Undercover Boss?"
It's a new reality show where viewers are truly amazed to witness some of the outcomes when the boss actually spends time working as an employee of the company he is running.
Recently, I took some time to step back into shoes I used to fill as a Miracle Maker. After several days of making calls to some of our families, vendors, and social workers, which is all part of the process to make Small Miracles happen for our kids, it became all too clear once again to me why we do this! It doesn't take much to bring joy and hope into these brave children's lives!!
This year we will fund nearly 400 Small Miracles, meeting the needs of the majority of children who are diagnosed or treated here in Illinois. The notes of thanks from the children, the tears from the moms . . . just helping these kids be kids. That is what Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation is all about.
Thank you for helping us make Small Miracles possible!
Kathleen
President/Founder |
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We receive many requests for the following and would appreciate any help you could lend with providing these to children:
- Cubs vs. Sox tickets
- American Idol LIVE tickets
- Disney on Ice tickets
- XBox 360
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Gas & Grocery Gift Cards
If you are interested in helping fulfill a child's Small Miracle by purchasing items, helping fund a special experience or making a restricted donation to this program, please EMAIL or call NelliRose at 312.214.1200 x25.
All donations will receive proper acknowledgement for tax purposes. |
| FATHER'S DAY | |
Bear Necessities wishes all fathers a very Happy Father's Day!
Give a special gift or donate in honor or memory of your Dad and help kids battling cancer at the same time.
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Tune in every other Thursday, or anytime to listen on demand, to "Childhood Cancer: The Bear Necessities" on BlogTalkRadio.com. Join Host and President/Founder, Kathleen Casey for shows focusing on various topics and special guests. LIVE listeners can call into the show with questions or comments at 917.388.4343.
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Sam
Sam and Grace |
Sam and his entire family were treated to a morning with Elmo and the gang at the Rosemont Theater's "Elmo's Green Thumb".
Sam was not only able to meet Elmo before the show, but he received several hugs and high fives from him as well.
Hugs from Elmo! |
Mom said, "The pictures we took show an astonished little boy! His sister, Grace, was a bit more leery at the notion of an 8 - foot Elmo standing before her!"
"Thank you so much Bear Necessities for making a little boy's dream come true!" |
| MILES PERRET CANCER SERVICES | | | Project Heads Up!
Kathleen pictured with Hank and Debbie Perret, founders of Miles Perret Cancer Services |
On Friday, May 7th, Kathleen Casey traveled to Lafayette, LA to attend the grand opening of the "Children's Area" located in the offices of the Miles Perret Cancer Services. Founders, Hank and Debbie Perret created their organization to honor the memory and spirit of their son Jonathan Miles Perret who lost his battle with brain cancer at the age of 8. Their mission is "to serve families in Acadiana fighting and surviving cancer, with care and compassion."
In partnering with Bear Necessities, they were able to establish a safe and happy place for children to select new pediatric wigs, hats and scarves.
Thank you to Sudie Mann and Miles Perret Cancer Services for all the work you do to serve the children and their families battling pediatric cancer and allowing Bear Necessities to help more children across the country.
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The 5th Annual "Cracking the Code with the Bear" Research Symposium
Presenting 2009:
John C. Fisher, Senior Graduate Student, St. Jude Childrenʼs Hospital  | November 19th | University of Chicago Medical Center
We are currently accepting nominations for senior graduate student researchers. CLICK HERE for the nomination letter. |
| VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES | |
VOLUNTEERS: Watch your volunteer emails - lots of group event opportunities this summer!
New Volunteers
Want to volunteer for Bear Necessities? Fill out a volunteer profile and then, come to a New Volunteer Orientation. For more information, please EMAIL or call Karen at 312.214.1200 x29.
We are seeking individuals to join Bear Necessities' Development Committee to focus on fundraising and awareness initiatives. This is a great opportunity for professionals seeking to get involved with Bear Necessities, lend some expertise and connections in your professional industry, and carry out projects that will further expand Bear Necessities' reach!
Please contact Julie Blandford at
Auxiliary Board
The Auxiliary Board is a diverse group of young professionals from all around Chicago helping Bear Necessities further its mission. Join them! They will be hosting a mixer at the office after work on Thursday, June 10th for interested individuals and are currently accepting applications!
If you want to learn more about the Auxiliary Board, please EMAIL Jamie or CLICK HERE to apply now. |
| TEAM BEAR 2010 | | | Post close marathon & half marathon entries available!
Take the Challenge in 2010! Add a charity focus to your next race and run with Team Bear to help kids battling cancer!
Team Bear is an official Charity Participant in the following:
- Rock 'n' Roll Chicago Half Marathon on Aug 1st
- Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Oct 10th
But you can run ANY race with Team Bear to help kids with cancer! Find a race in your area by visiting www.cararuns.org today!
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| CALENDAR OF EVENTS | |
Saturday, June 5 - Monday, June 7 - ASCO Annual Meeting 2010 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL | CLICK HERE for more information. Bear Necessities will be at booth #3006.
Monday, June 7 - 3rd Annual Joey Dworak Memorial Golf Outing | White Pines Golf Course | Bensenville | CLICK HERE for more details.
Friday, June 18 - The 11th Annual Bob Panzino Memorial Golf Outing | Poplar Creek Country Club | Hoffman Estates | CLICK HERE for more information.
Saturday, June 26 - Kicks For Cancer 56 - St. Charles | 3v3 soccer tournament honoring a Strikers-Fox Valley teammate who lost his battle with cancer |Eastside Sports Complex | CLICK HERE for event details | CLICK HERE to register.
Friday, July 9 - Kailyn Rhea Foundation Golf Outing | Buffalo Grove | CLICK HERE for more details.
Saturday, July 10 - Kicks 4 Cancer - Schaumburg | 3 vs. 3 Soccer Tournament | Olympic Park | Contact 773.615.9432 or details@kicks4cancer.org with any questions | CLICK HERE to visit the website.
Saturday, July 17 - FORE the Bear Golf Outing | Oak Brook Golf Club | CLICK HERE or contact Rich O'Hara at 708.446.5620 or richohara2@aol.com for details.
TBD - Golf for the Bear
Sunday, September 26 - The 16th Annual Run for the Bear | 10K Run, 5K Walk/Run & Algonquin | Register HERE |
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