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LAS VEGAS – January 20, 2020 – Regardless of your relationship status on Valentines’ Day, you can have an incredible impact on someone’s life in our community—and possibly save a life — by donating blood or by becoming part of the bone marrow registry.

Cure 4 The Kids Foundation is well aware of the national shortage of blood and platelets, and how vital a reliable blood supply is to the on-going health of our community. That’s why Cure 4 The Kids Foundation is organizing the Valentine’s Day Blood Drive and Bone Marrow Registry Event on Friday, February 14, 2020.

The public is strongly encouraged to take part in either effort between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at One Breakthrough Way, Las Vegas, Nevada 89135.

Blood donors can ensure an easy and relatively quick donation process by making an appointment prior to Valentine’s Day by going to www.bloodhero.com and entering the code: cure4kids under sponsor.  You can also schedule an appointment by calling Vitalant at 877-25-VITAL. The Vitalant bloodmobile will be parked in front of the One Breakthrough Way building.

Blood Donation Reminders:

• Blood donors must be at least 16 years old (16 and 17-year olds must bring a signed permission form from a parent or guardian)
• Weigh at least 110 pounds
• Be in good general health
• Drink plenty of water 24 to 48 hours prior to donation
• Bring ID

Cure 4 The Kids Foundation is also partnering with the Be The Match Registry®. The registry offers hope to those affected by cancer and other conditions by matching potential blood stem cell donors with those who are in need of a transplant. 

The first step in joining the registry is to undergo a mouth swab by one of our volunteers. Those who are a possible match will be contacted at a later time. This service is free and available between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on February 14, 2020, in the lobby of the One Breakthrough Way building.

Bone Marrow Registry Reminders:

• Donors between 18 and 44 years of age are especially needed
• You cannot become a donor if you had have certain diseases
• Learn more at join.bethematch.org

About Cure 4 The Kids Foundation

Founded in Las Vegas in 2007, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation exists to provide high-quality, research-focused medical treatment to children battling cancer and many other life-threatening conditions. Cure 4 The Kids Foundation operates the only outpatient childhood cancer treatment center in the State of Nevada and is proudly accredited by The Joint Commission. This stringent medical accreditation and the required unannounced inspections ensure that patients are getting the best care possible. From the beginning, the mission of Cure 4 The Kids Foundation has been to bring increased community access to these specialized treatments that are leading the way to improved patient outcomes. Cure 4 The Kids Foundation’s Charity Care Program provides high-quality treatment to those who are uninsured, underinsured and those unable to pay for treatment. No patient is ever turned away for financial reasons. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. www.cure4thekids.org

For additional information, please contact:

Mitch Truswell
Red 7 Communications
702-531-4461
mitch@red7.vegas

Cure 4 The Kids Foundation got some coverage this morning on KSNV Channel 3 Las Vegas to talk about the new song we’ve recorded to help children fighting a life-threatening illness.

Check it out: news3lv.com/news/videos/cure-4-the-kids-foundation-sings-to-help-research-into-childhood-illness

Download or Stream “Sleigh Ride” And Support Cure 4 The Kids Foundation

LAS VEGAS –  December 6, 2019 – This Holiday season the public is invited to support Nevada children battling cancer by downloading or streaming a locally produced and well-known holiday song with a distinctly Cure 4 The Kids Foundation twist.

Thanks to the time and talent of vocalists, musicians, performers, and studio technicians, the public can download or stream an original version of “Sleigh Ride” recorded especially for this project and featuring the vocals of Las Vegas-based performers Anne Martinez, Lily Arce, and Randy Sterns with a special raga performance by Cure 4 The Kids Foundation Chief Medical Officer Alan Ikeda, M.D.

The track was recorded by the band “Rydmik Healing” of which Dr. Alan Ikeda is a member. The band’s keyboardist/vocalist/rhythm guitar player known as J. Russo sang lead, and Dr. Alan handled many of the background vocals.

The song is available for downloading and streaming at all popular music sites. Cure 4 The Kids Foundation will receive 100% of the net proceeds from each track download or stream.

“Sleigh Ride” download:

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YouTube – https://youtu.be/o1Xo0VogPyw

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To increase awareness of the song, numerous Las Vegas performers, media members, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation patients, and more participated in an accompanying music video which can be downloaded: 

One hundred percent of the download and streaming proceeds will go to Cure 4 The Kids Foundation’s Charity Care Program which ensures that all patients, including those who are uninsured, underinsured, and unable to pay for services get the treatment they need.

The track was produced by two-time GRAMMY® Governor and Cure 4 The Kids Foundation Director of Marketing, Mitchell Koulouris and recorded in Las Vegas at Electric Shop Recording Studio thanks to a generous donation from studio owner and sound engineer, Andrew Beldy. Cure 4 The Kids’ CEO and Founder, Annette Logan was the track’s executive producer.

Founded in 2007, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation provides Joint Commission-accredited medical services to children affected by cancer, rare and ultra-rare diseases, sickle cell disease, bleeding disorders, genetic and rheumatologic conditions. As part of its mission, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation does not turn any patient away from treatment for financial reasons. The Charity Care Program has assisted more than 500 families in getting the medical treatment they need since 2007.

For additional information, please contact:

Mitch Truswell
Red 7 Communications
mitch@red7.vegas
702-531-4461

10-Year-Old’s Impromptu Donation Request Brings In $3,400!

LAS VEGAS – October 28, 2019 – Circus Couture, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation’s signature fundraising event, raised an impressive $300,000 while entertaining more than 1,200 attendees at The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel. Proceeds will support treatment of childhood cancer patients, including those underinsured, uninsured or unable to pay for services.

Now in its tenth year, Circus Couture attracts Southern Nevada’s most talented performers, fashion designers, artists, stage, production, and technical crews to present a world-class night of entertainment and inspiration. More than 260 professionals volunteered their time and talents in preparation for the annual event.

“Although Circus Couture happens on one night every year,  I know to be successful, it requires months of planning, participation and hours of work from all involved,” said Annette Logan-Parker, President & CEO, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation. “I am so incredibly thankful for the outstanding event they continue to provide, and for the level of commitment these volunteers have for our current and future patients — who will ultimately benefit from Circus Couture.”

Circus Couture supports the critical services provided by Cure 4 The Kids Foundation to childhood cancer patients and those affected by sickle cell disease, rare and ultra-rare diseases, inherited bleeding disorders, and rheumatological conditions.  As part of its mission, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation does not turn any child away from treatment for financial reasons.

While most of the night’s dramatic events occurred on stage, the silent auction also brought its share of excitement to the venue. Gwen Stefani, who received the Philanthropist of the Year Award but was unable to attend the event due to a scheduling conflict, offered her auction item as relayed to the audience by Cure 4 The Kids Foundation President and CEO Annette Logan-Parker.  The concert tickets, meet and greet with Gwen Stefani, and backstage experience quickly escalated in bidding interest, ultimately being purchased by Shawn Nason of The Nason Group for $17,000.

Larry and Barbara Domsky of Domsky Glass, who received the Community Partner of the Year Award, also contributed a one-of-a-kind glass and metal art piece to the auction. After a spirited bidding back-and-forth, Jim Medick of Las Vegas took home the Domsky artwork with a winning bid of $15,000. Although not the winning bidders, Wayne and Catherine Laska, of StoryBook Homes, announced they would commission the Domsky’s to create another memorable glass art piece with the funds going to Cure 4 The Kids Foundation.

Other notable auction items include:

• $14,000 for the Raiders Weekend package, consisting of four tickets to a Raiders game, and staycation at the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Casino
• $10,000 for the Metamorphose collaborative painting completed by eight C4TK patients
• $10,000 Celebrity Chef Experience for six guests provided by Chef Bryan-David Scott

One of the night’s unscripted and impactful moments occurred toward the end of the live auction. That’s when 10-year-old Alex, one of the younger performers in Circus Couture, donated $20 to Cure 4 The Kids Foundation and asked the audience if anyone would care to join him in the donation. The heartfelt request brought a crush of people from the audience, quickly overwhelming the small top hat used to collect donations. The final tally from the twenty-dollar bill collection was $3,400.

Also announced at the event was a $25,000 pledge from the Andre Agassi Foundation specifically earmarked for educational programs at Cure 4 The Kids Foundation. Shawn Nason of The Nason Group agreed to match the donation. 

Since its founding in 2009, Circus Couture has raised more than $1.7 million for childhood cancer causes.

PHOTO CREDIT: JERRY METELLUS
Pictured (L to R): Benoit Beaufils, Co-Artistic Director; Amber Williams, Auction & VIP Sponsorship Manager; Ross Gibson, Co-Artistic Director.

About Cure 4 The Kids Foundation

Founded in Las Vegas in 2007, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation exists to provide high-quality, research-focused medical treatment to children battling cancer and many other life-threatening conditions. Cure 4 The Kids Foundation operates the only outpatient childhood cancer treatment center in the State of Nevada and is proudly accredited by The Joint Commission. This stringent medical accreditation and the required unannounced inspections ensure that patients are getting the best care possible. From the beginning, the mission of Cure 4 The Kids Foundation has been to bring increased community access to these specialized treatments that are leading the way to improved patient outcomes. Cure 4 The Kids Foundation’s Charity Care Program provides high-quality treatment to those who are underinsured, uninsured, or unable to pay for services. No patient is ever turned away from treatment for financial reasons. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. www.cure4thekids.org