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January 2018
We are proud to announce that we awarded our first research grant, in the amount of $100,000, to the University of Miami's Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center in January. This money will be used specifically to fund research for less toxic, more targeted childhood cancer cures. This grant was only made possible because of the generous
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We had 2 groups who fundraised on their own for SebastianStrong in the month of February. Taylor Binder & Michael O'Brien ran the Sarasota Music Half Marathon & the Iron Maidens participated in the Spartan Sprint 2018. Combined, they raised nearly $10,000!!! We can't thank them enough.
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This event was held at The Tank Brewing Co. in Miami, FL. The goal of the evening was to continue to raise awareness & funding, bring attention & new followers to the Foundation, remember & honor Sebastian, & celebrate our wonderful friendship with all of you. Thank you for making it so special & such
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A big thank you to everyone who attended our first Rock Sarcoma Out event at the Open Stage Club in Coral Gables, FL. The funds you helped raise will go towards research to improve outcomes for childhood cancer patients. Thank you to ALL the amazing bands who came out & shared their talents. Rock Sarcoma Out featured local youth rock and
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On the morning of June 9th, Oscar Ortiz, Executive Director of the SebastianStrong Foundation & Sebastian's Father, set off on a 160-mile, 7-day journey by sea to raise awareness & critically needed funding for childhood cancer research. Alongside 15 other kayakers, he faced thunderstorms, strong currents, wind, waves, and a scorching sun. While the journey
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The 2018 SebastianStrong 5K was held at the Curtiss Mansion in Miami Springs, FL. To view pictures of the morning please visit: http://bit.ly/5KPictures2018.
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The 2018 Gala was held at the Rubell Family Collection in the Wynwood Art District, Miami, FL. To view pictures from the evening please visit: http://bit.ly/2018SSGalaPics1 and http://bit.ly/2018SSGalaPics2.
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Held at The Tank Brewing Co. in Miami, FL, this casual evening with friends and family includes craft beer and delicious bites.
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For the third year in a row, SebastianStrong Foundation teamed up with the Castaways Against Cancer to expand their fundraising efforts to include a greater focus on childhood cancer specifically. This year’s 160-mile, 7-day journey by kayak, from Miami to Key West, raised upwards of $100K thanks to the dedication & generosity of our supporters.
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Thanks for supporting our 3rd Annual Childhood Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk! The day was a great success and included a pre-race warm-up, live music, food trucks, face-painting, arts & crafts, and a Kids' Fun Run. View 5K pictures HERE.
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