Many individuals support a cause, many community members understand a cause, but a cause if often supported by those that live it and adapt with it-surviving it.

Dedicated Volunteers

No great idea or plan materializes without the dedication and support of those individuals who together make a mighty difference. The simple things- phone calls, decorating trees in exchange for radio ads, greeting new faces and going to new places; to the difficult tasks- grant writing, planning, recruiting, sharing stories, listening to the unmet needs of those affected by a brain tumor.
Each one of our volunteers brings to the landscape of our vision: a gift, a passion, an understanding, a story and a purpose- to offer support and provide resources.

Thanks to all those individuals who have lent a hand at an event, pulled together community members to raise awareness and/or funds, those staff members at the various centers who champion this cause and lastly to those survivors, who unselfishly share their time and energy while undergoing treatment or balancing life’s daily tasks. They are the true Warriors who remind us that together, we do great things. Since the beginning of 2009, our volunteer staff has contributed 4,507 hours! In perpsective, that is 6 full time staff positions!

We are expanding our volunteer network across the state and invite you to learn more about the opportunities available. Please <a title=”Volunteer” href=”http://www.braintumorawareness.org/volunteerform.html”>contact us </a>to discuss how you can join this invaluable team of advocates!</div>

The East Bay Crab Shack hosts Donate Your Plate on the 28th!

 

Grey Ribbon Medallions

Donate Your Plate on the 28th is a campaign to partner with restaurants within our community to raise awareness and funds for brain tumor research and support programs.

The BTAO had it’s very first wine tasting at The Cook’s Station on Thursday May 21st 2009. There were 15 people that attended as well as the wonderful staff of The Cook’s Station, we had great hors d’oeurves prepared by Mark Pollard and had some fantastic wine that was donated to us from our friends at the Jocelyn Lonen Winery. We had a great time and look forward to the next endeavor with them. We want to thank Julie Jester for all of her hard work and a very special thanks to Kelly and John for allowing use the opportunity to have such a wonderful event.

Mayor Reynolds Proclaims "Melvin McCall Day"

The 10th Annual Melvin McCall “Strokes For Progress” Golf Tournament was honored by the Proclamation of “Melvin McCall Day” by Travelers Rest Mayor Roy Reynolds.

Shawn and Lee McCall accepted the Proclamation on behalf of tournament supporters and sponsors who have benefited brain tumor research through their participation in the tournament begun in honor of the McCall Brothers’ father, Melvin McCall, who lost his battle to a brain tumor.

Many families and businesses from the Travelers Rest community play a key part in the tournament’s success annually and have welcomed NASCAR celebrities to their hometown prior to the tournament. The tournament boasts the largest autographed NASCAR memorabilia offered for auction each year.

This year, The Brain Tumor Awareness Organization is the beneficiary of the funds raised to help assist families in the community affected by a brain tumor diagnosis. The Travelers Rest community participated in the “Go Grey in May” campaign to raise awareness and build community partnerships to fund research and support programs.

Rachel Beard-Dr. Giglio's Assistant

Rachel Beard, assistant to Dr. Pierre Giglio, kicked off a successful campaign for National Brain Tumor Awareness Month. Survivors volunteered to man the display table and provide information to those stopping by. Sporting their “Go Grey in May” t-shirts and silver ribbon pins, stories were shared and spirits were lifted.

Brain Tumor Action Week at Hollings Gathering Hats for the Hidden Under Our Hats display Vigil Service in the Healing Garden

The Pearlstine Healing Garden was the setting for our 3rd Annual Brain Tumor Vigil service provided by T.H.E. B.R.A.I.N. Trust. Our organization has hosted this service in various locations to provide support and remembrance to those affected by this disease.