Research Saves Lives

Survival rate of childhood cancer has increased from 10% to 90% in the last 40 years because of successful research projects

Stories of Survival
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At diagnosis our son’s chances for survival were under 60%, but 20+ years ago his odds for beating this cancer were almost zero. That gives you an idea about how far research has come in a relatively short period of time. 

Stem cell transplants and anti-body treatment which use the body’s own immune system to fight the cancer are the future of cancer treatment.  More research dollars for pediatric cancer will yield more targeted treatment options and improve outcomes."        

- anonymous parent of a survivor whose child participated in a research study that worked!

Meet Nora

Nora is a sweet 7 year old who battled childhood cancer. She had planned to participate and be honored during a Blackout Cancer event, but on game day her white blood cell count was too low. Faculty and students gave Nora her very own celebration at middle school when she was feeling better weeks later. It was a wonderful show of love and support for a special girl. Nora has been cancer-free since January 2018.

Meet Reilly

Reilly is a beautiful girl who battled childhood cancer and is now cancer free. The football players chose Reilly to be the honorary captain of a Blackout Cancer football game.  Reilly was honored and thrilled to participate. 


 Stats

  • Childhood cancer is the leading cause of death from disease in children in the USA
  • New England has the highest incident rates of childhood cancer in the USA, NH the highest according to the CDC
  • ​​4% of billions spent on federal research goes to cure pediatric cancer - so kids are treated with adult doses and/or treatment is outdated
  • ​95% of children treated for cancer will have serious health related issues by the time they are 40 from the effects of treatment

only 4% of federal research funding goes to cure pediatric cancer