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In November 2022, the Johnson family’s world was turned upside down when six-year-old Luciana, affectionately known as Luci, complained about a tummy ache: “Mommy, my belly really hurts.” After a trip to the Emergency Room and a series of tests, the Johnsons received the devastating diagnosis—Luci had Wilms Tumor, a rare form of kidney cancer. […]
Inserra Supermarkets and bubly sparkling water™ are teaming up with The Children’s Cancer Institute at Hackensack Meridian Health to help raise funds for critical pediatric cancer research and patient care programs through the Tackle Kids Cancer initiative. From now through mid-October, proceeds from purchases of bubly sparkling water™ will benefit Tackle Kids Cancer. The following […]
As we approach Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September, we are reminded of the extraordinary stories that embody resilience and hope, and the power that philanthropy has on our youngest patients, like Tackle Kids Cancer (TKC) Most Valiant Patient (MVP) Olivia of Greenwich, CT. Last spring, Olivia’s third-grade class was assigned a wax museum project […]
John Majeski, Chris Dudick and twin brothers Jeremy and Jason Julio, a group of friends from Monmouth County, are always up for a challenge. Four years ago, they paddle-boarded, standing up, 30 miles from Oceanport on the Shrewsbury River to Battery Park in Manhattan. The following year, they rowed a lifeguard boat 135 miles up […]
Batter up! The softball team from Immaculate Heart Academy banded together for another successful year to fundraise for Eli’s Challenge and raised more than $20,000, a team record, to support Tackle Kids Cancer, a philanthropic initiative to raise much-needed funds for pediatric cancer research, patient support programs and clinical trials at the Children’s Cancer Institute. […]
In the spirit of giving back this holiday season, American Dream, the premier retail, entertainment and dining destination, will partner with Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health to host a “Shop for Good” day. The property’s retailers, attractions and restaurants will donate a percentage of sales to Tackle Kids Cancer (TKC), a philanthropic initiative that raises money […]
On Sunday, November 5, 2023, #TeamTKC, Tackle Kids Cancer’s running team, represented our organization at the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon. This year, #TeamTKC raised more than $150,000 for Tackle Kids Cancer – a record total for our marathon team! As an Official Charity Partner of the prestigious marathon, our runners celebrate milestones, honor […]
Every three minutes, a child is diagnosed with cancer and only 4% of our federal budget supports pediatric cancer research, which is why the work of Tackle Kids Cancer is critical. During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we are incredibly grateful to all of our friends and partners who walk alongside Tackle Kids Cancer in our […]
A special Handprint Ceremony celebrated a $100,000 grant by Hyundai Hope on Wheels® to Tackle Kids Cancer. The grant will help to fund the Hackensack Meridian Children’s Cancer Institute’s new AYA (Adolescent and Young Adult) Program. Adolescent and young adults face unique challenges when coping with a cancer diagnosis. It can be difficult for teens […]
Tackle Kids Cancer and Tom Coughlin Jay Fund are teaming up this September to show kids tackling cancer that we are on their team! No one fights childhood cancer alone; it takes a team. That is why former New York Giant head coach, Tom Coughlin, and former New York Giants quarterback and #TeamTKC captain, Eli […]
During Week 13 of the 2022 National Football League (NFL) season, players and personnel are welcomed to reveal their passions beyond the game and wear their hearts on their feet through the My Cause My Cleats initiative. This year, Eli Manning, former New York Giants quarterback and two-time Super Bowl Champion, has chosen Tackle Kids […]
Kenda is a cheerful 9 year-old excited for a great year in 4th grade. With the help of Derek Hanson, M.D., Director of Pediatric Neuro-oncology, she has much to look forward to. In 2016, at the age of three, Kenda was diagnosed with a brain tumor. At the time, the family was living in Egypt. […]