Ian's Friends Foundation (IFF) continues to lead a relentless fight against pediatric brain tumors and is committed to supporting innovative research in search of a cure. In 2015, we succeeded in this effort with 3 new projects: 1) Partnering with Dana-Farber/Boston Children's Cancer and Blood Disorder Center to help treat pediatric low-grade gliomas, 2) Expanding [...]
September is nearly over but IFF's efforts to raise awareness for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month continue! Most notably, Ian Yagoda and his mom, Cheryl, recently attended the signing of the Governor's Proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month on September 9th. Ian is seen here with Senator Judson Hill as he reads the proclamation. This was [...]
Summer has been full of exciting news from the research labs that IFF helps to fund for specific pediatric brain tumor research. One incredible piece of news is the naming of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta research laboratories in honor of Ian’s Friends Foundation. We could not be more grateful. Notably, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta [...]
Summer is our favorite time of year. The kids can relax, enjoy time away from school, and we take a much needed family vacation. Unfortunately for many children living with pediatric brain tumors, summer is no time for a break. For many kids, like Briah above, summer represents a continuation of their treatment, frequent doctor [...]
May is Brain Tumor Awareness month and IFF is proud to share a month of information about our efforts to support brain tumor research and awareness. Specifically, IFF is thrilled to announce the funding of 2 new research projects at our affiliate labs with Georgia Institute of Technology and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Both projects [...]
