You may wonder where the money you donate to Because of Ezra goes. A large portion of our outgoing financial support is to the NMTRC, or Neuroblastoma Medulloblastoma Translational Research Consortium. Chaired by Dr Giselle Sholler, the NMTRC is a group of 18 universities and children’s hospitals headquartered at Van Andel Research Institute that offer a nationwide network of childhood …
1st Annual Karaoke for Kids – August 23rd, SLS Hotel in LA
Whoa – are we excited about this event! On behalf of Because of Ezra and the Event Committee, we are delighted to announce the first ever “Karaoke for Kids” on Thursday, August 23rd from 7-10pm at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills. We assure you that you’ve never been to a benefit like this. We will have a live karaoke …
Gaspar’s Grotto Lunch
If you’re from Tampa, you’ve probably heard of Gaspar’s Grotto. It’s in Ybor, and Tampa Bay’s channel 10 says they have the best Cuban in town. The folks over there are teaming up with Because of Ezra and Riders of Grace for a fundraiser lunch! On Saturday, April 28th, from 1pm-4pm, come on down to Gaspar’s Grotto to lunch with …
Making a Difference – Giving Away $30,000 from 2011
Because of Ezra seeks to fill some of the large gaps in pediatric cancer research funding and focus on these solid-mass cancers. Our goal is to raise money to support relevant research and clinical trials with physicians and researchers who can help make a difference in survival today. You’ve probably heard us say that before. But what does it mean? Who …
Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 2012
Hey there all you Floridians! Over 50 runners ran with us last year (check out the video here) in the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic, the largest run in Florida. This year, we’re hoping to have even more folks with us. We’re doing the same thing we did last year – for anyone who registers for the run and donates over …
Isabella Denisulk
Please pray for Isabella Denisulk, a beautiful warrior whose neuroblastoma has relapsed!
2nd Annual Because of Ezra Benefit Ride
$20 TICKETS • 9AM REGISTRATION • 10:30AM KICK STANDS UP 4 STOP POKER RUN from GRACE FAMILY CHURCH to HARLEY DAVIDSON of NEW PORT RICHEY WITH FOOD, DJ, RAFFLES, SILENT AUCTIONS, GAMES, AND VENDORS! The 2nd annual Because of Ezra Benefit ride, in cooperation with Riders of Grace, will be held on Saturday, May 19th, 2012 from 9AM – 4PM. There’s plenty to …
4th Annual Cure on Wheels – Ride with us
We’ll be riding in the 4th annual Cure on Wheels bicycle ride this November 5th (2011). Last year we were signed up, and had a team of folks go, although I (Kyle, Ezra’s dad) was unable to ride as Ezra was too sick. We’re looking forward to going at it strong this year. There’s a couple ways you can support!
Alex Mandarino
On March 14, 2011 Alex’s urine test showed he had elevated levels of catecholamines, indicating he most likely had neuroblastoma. The CT scan confirmed it was neuroblastoma and it showed a tennis ball size tumor on his left kidney by his adrenal gland
CaseFactori – Cases with a Cause
CaseFactori is a brand new (they just launched Saturday) company which sells iPhone and iPad cases. They’re a bit different though – a portion of every sale they make goes to charity! After meeting us through a review on ModMyi.com, they’ve added Because of Ezra to their list of (now 5) supported charities. With so many iProducts out there, and …