September 25, 2019: Kendra Gives Back Party
DATE: Wednesday, September 25, 6 – 8 pm
LOCATION: Kendra Scott, Short Pump Town Center
EVENT DETAILS: Kendra Scott in Short Pump is raising awareness of childhood cancer by hosting a fundraising night. 20% of sales will be donated to Connor’s Heroes. They designed a “Brynna Suite” of jewelry inspired by Brynna, one of our childhood cancer heroes. Drop by to show your support of Connor’s Heroes.
Hero Squad: Nancy
Nancy is a pediatric oncology nurse. She is devoting her life to caring for children with cancer. We are honored that she appreciates the good work of Connor’s Heroes for children in treatment, so she joined our Hero Squad. HERE’S HER STORY
Today's Helping Hero: Burger Bach
Burger Bach presented Celia with a check for close to $2,000. For every Crab Cake sold, Burger Bach donated a $1 for Connor’s Heroes.
Today's Helping Hero: Elijah
Elijah’s family had a different kind of birthday party. Elijah asked his guests to bring a game or gift card for Connor’s Heroes. Instead of presents, Elijah asked his guests to bring a game or gift card for Connor’s Heroes. Want to turn your next party into a giving party? Contact Sarah at sarah@connorsheroes.org
Family Fun Pack Arrives!
Our Family Fun Packs are quite the hit! The big smile and thumbs up from Jaiden says it all. His mom told us, “Thank you so much for the thoughtful movie package! Anytime Jaiden gets mail he gets so excited so this truly made his day We will certainly enjoy a family movie night very soon! Thank you so much!”
To learn how you can be a part of our Family Fun Pack program, email Sarah at sarah@connorsheroes.org
Hero Squad Member: Kristin
Our Hero Squad members are getting creative with their fundraising! Kristin Seward recruited her family to join in on the fun and hosted a Northside lemonade stand! In only a few hours, they raised over $200! Check out the progress of all of our Hero Squad members online: http://bit.ly/2JVB1xs
August 2019 Art Sessions
For our August Art Session, a volunteer brought two sewing machines. The children learned how to sew an easy project – they made their own pillowcases. The children also made puppets and paintings that looked like ice cream. Our Art Sessions continue to be a popular event for the whole family, even during the summer.
Today's Helping Hero: Maya
Maya published her first book “Flight of Friendship” while battling a brain tumor. Her book is about the importance of friendship. She donated part of the proceeds from the sales of her book to Connor’s Heroes. Maya’s mom presented Celia and Erin with a generous check to Connor’s Heroes.
Hero Squad Member: Dylan
2019 Hero Squad Member & Childhood Cancer Hero
Hero squad member and childhood cancer survivor, Dylan Franklin, shares his journey and passion for Connor’s Heroes mission.
On March 17th, 2009, when I was 17 years old, I was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). I began treatment the very next day. Overnight, my life changed from that of a student-athlete to that of a cancer patient. After rounds of chemo over the next months, I learned that the medication was not working as the doctors had hoped. They told me that the best chance for remission was a bone marrow transplant. Luckily, my only brother was a donor match. I received the life-saving transplant on August 28, 2009.
When I arrived at my hospital room on the transplant wing at VCU, I was surprised to find the room decorated in orange streamers (my favorite color) and a pile of gifts left on the bed. The gifts were DVDs, CDs, video games, and other things to help pass the time. They were from an organization that I had never heard of: Connor’s Heroes.
I spent the next 50 days straight recovering in that hospital room. I don’t know if you’ve ever spent 50 days in a hospital, but it gets pretty boring. The gifts and support from Connor’s Heroes were a great comfort and something that helped me to keep my sanity.
Fast forward about nine years – I’m in remission. I graduated from Virginia Tech with a Master’s degree, and started a career in the wild world of public accounting. One of my managers joined the board of Connor’s Heroes. He invited me to their annual Heroes Art Ball. I immediately remembered Connor’s Heroes. After attending the Heroes Art Ball and seeing the ways that Connor’s Heroes helps the families of cancer patients, I wanted to get involved. I was the philanthropy chairman for my fraternity, and I was looking to help those with childhood cancer in my post-grad life. I joined the Connor’s Heroes Art Ball committee for 2019 and helped plan the event. During the ball, I hung out with the “Heroes” who were honored that night. I watched our community raise money for families in need.
Hearing the words “you have cancer” was one of the most difficult things I’ve ever experienced. Helping the families that have to hear those words is the mission of Connor’s Heroes. Connor’s Heroes truly is an amazing organization – I am incredibly happy to be a founding member of the Hero Squad.
Dylan Franklin
Hero Squad Member, Childhood Cancer Survivor
You can support Dylan and all the members of our 2019 Hero Squad. Make a gift online in honor of your Hero! http://bit.ly/2JVB1xs
Hero Squad
We are so excited to announce our first-ever Hero Squad! Our Board of Directors nominated caring people who are passionate about our community and can inspire others to help children fight cancer. Their mission is to raise $20,000 for the increasing number of children who registered with Connor’s Heroes this year. They have three months to rally their friends, neighbors, family and you. On November 15, we will honor them with a party at Studio Two Three! Don’t leave them hanging. Use the link to add your name to the list of people who want to make a difference in the life of a child battling cancer.
CLICK HERE TO HELP THE HERO SQUAD