Named New Executive Director
Lisa Goodwin passed the leadership of Connor’s Heroes over to Celia Tetlow Martin. Celia became the foundation’s Executive Director after serving as a volunteer and member of the Board of Directors.
Created Advisory Council
Physicians and scientists with Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU and the VCU Massey Cancer Center will strategically support Connor’s Heroes programs and research.
Donated $100,000 to research fund
Connor’s Heroes gave its largest donation to the pediatric cancer research fund established in our name.
Named Endowed Chair
The Connor's Heroes Foundation Board of Directors welcomed Seth J. Corey, M.D., M.P.H, as the first endowed chair in pediatric cancer research.
Started Heroes Art Sessions
The monthly Heroes Art Sessions continue to be a special time when our young heroes express themselves through art created side-by-side with professional artists. Some of the art is auctioned at the Heroes Art Ball.
Raised $100,000 at Heroes Art Ball
For the first time ever, the Heroes Art Ball raised $100,000! The gala continues to be Connor's Heroes largest fundraising event.
Named Connor’s Heroes Pediatric Cancer Research Fund
The endowed fund was fully funded with a million dollars and was named in honor of Connor’s Heroes.
First Gala: The Heroes Art Ball
The Heroes Art Ball celebrated the five year anniversary of Connor’s Heroes.
Opened the Room of Possibilities
Connor’s Heroes created The Room of Possibilities as a comforting and healing space for the children who are admitted on the adult Bone Marrow Transplant Unit.
Established Pediatric Cancer Research Endowment Fund
With the fund, Connor’s Heroes became the one childhood cancer nonprofit in Richmond that not only helps families but also funds pediatric cancer research in Central Virginia.