Harvesting Hope With RAWF This Holiday Season |
Dear *{{First Name}}*,
Amidst a busy fall here at the Raymond A. Wood Foundation, this season of gratitude is an important reminder of our collective power to make a real difference in the lives of our rare brain tumor community. As attention shifts to Thanksgiving and the larger holiday season that is quickly approaching, please know how much RAWF values you, your involvement, and your impact as it relates to every aspect of our mission, from direct support services to innovative research developments.
We are excited about what RAWF has in store for the future and confident that, with you by our side, we will catalyze even more change for the patients, survivors, and families who need us. Read on for exciting updates and ways you can make a meaningful contribution to our mission this holiday season. |
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Amy Wood
Executive Director, Caregiver |
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We kicked off the month of November with our 5th Annual Pituitary Brain Tumor Family Conference! We brought together 85 in-person and 50 virtual participants — researchers, clinicians, survivors, caregivers, advocates, and families — for a day and a half of learning and connection. Being able to gather our rare brain tumor community in this way exemplifies what our work is all about and inspires us to find new, inspiring ways to foster relationships and support between patients, survivors, and caregivers.
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Join us as we move for 2,023 minutes and raise $23,000 for RAWF’s research and direct support services before the end of 2023! Physical health and exercise are universally important, especially during this time of year when daylight is limited, the weather is cold, and holiday stresses are everywhere.
Many survivors have to live with hypothalamic obesity and metabolic challenges caused by hypothalamic-pituitary brain tumors, making physical health and exercise that much more important…life-saving even. Similarly for caregivers, movement can be transformative for their mental health. In a recent study published by the RAWF team, it was confirmed that up to 80% of caregivers may be at risk for depression. Physical activity can help caregivers navigate chronic stress and combat isolation, especially during an isolating time of year for individuals and families unable to share in standard celebrations of the season.
Our new initiative encourages physical activity for our rare brain tumor community, while raising crucial awareness and funds for the Raymond A. Wood Foundation's research, education, and direct service programs. Join us on this mission to move for and with a community that cares! |
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#GivingTuesday, the global day of generosity, is right around the corner on Tuesday, November 28. Consider celebrating by supporting the Raymond A. Wood Foundation. Donations of all amounts are crucial to helping our survivor and caregiver community as they navigate the challenges that comes a hypothalamic brain tumor diagnosis.
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We are thrilled to have the opportunity to host a race team for the 2024 United Airlines NYC Half taking place on Sunday, March 17, 2024. If you are interested in running and fundraising in support of the Raymond A. Wood Foundation, please complete this inquiry form and stay tuned for more details about how you can race in support of RAWF!
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