“With Love in Every Stitch” is a program that creates an opportunity for friends of The Max Foundation within Edmonds and the US to make a difference from their own living room by knitting colorful hats that are delivered by our team members to children receiving chemotherapy treatment in Mexico, Russia, Uzbekistan, Guatemala, and beyond. What follows is a letter from Nataliya, one of our Program Officers who traveled recently to Uzbekistan and personally delivered hats to the children’s ward of the hospital.
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The Max Foundation continues its partnership with advocates all across the globe in our collective fight against cancer. As World Cancer Day approaches on February 4th, as well as the World Cancer Congress in August, we want to remember that it takes the hard work of all of us together to improve the prevention and treatment of cancer. This map poster is a visual representation of what we have accomplished together and continue to work on.
With that in mind, The Max Foundation will be participating in UICC’s World Cancer Day and we invite you to join us! This is a yearly initiative that unites the global community in the fight against cancer. World Cancer Day 2012 has been themed ‘Together it is possible’ to emphasize the importance of each of us doing our part in the fight against cancer in order to achieve the goals set out by the World Cancer Declaration. Please visit the World Cancer Day website for more information. Click on 'Read More' to see how you can get involved in World Cancer Day and the World Cancer Congress.
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Visit our new 'Colors of Hope' virtual art gallery: As part of the 2011 Maximize Life Art Project, our team in Seattle has been busily working on an art gallery upgrade to show off your masterpieces to the world. Visit the gallery for yourself to see all the enhancements!
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It is our pleasure to invite you to an Open House in honor of Max’s birthday anniversary at our Global Office in Edmonds, Washington to support the "Give Soap-Save a Child" Project. Every $10 you give supports 1 child who is receiving chemotherapy by providing antibacterial soap during their treatment. This simple act gives a child a chance to win the battle against infection and against cancer. You can make your contribution at the Open House or, if you cannot attend please DONATE ONLINE.
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On September 19th and 20th, world leaders, Ministries of Health and policy makers came together at the United Nations (UN) to adopt a Political Declaration on Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs) including cancer, establishing them as a global health priority—and The Max Foundation was there to represent cancer survivors and supporters everywhere.
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Give Soap- Save a Child Project: This Project is an opportunity to raise funds to fight infection for children facing cancer. This giving campaign has a goal of benefitting 1,000 children, by helping them survive their cancer treatment. Be part of this project by making your contribution.
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2011 Celebrations of Life: Every October, patient groups around the world celebrate life together and the goal of this year’s Celebrations of Life events is to focus on giving back to the community in a way that directly benefits children living with cancer. View our interactive map to find events in your region.
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CML survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals and supporters alike will be united on September 22nd, no matter where they are, because the day has been proclaimed International CML Awareness Day.
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The UN Summit addressing the cancer epidemic has finally arrived and Heads of State, along with delegates from The Max Foundation representing all our friends who signed the World Cancer Declaration, will be in attendence.
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2011 Celebrations of Life: Every October, patient groups around the world celebrate life together and the goal of this year’s Celebrations of Life events is to focus on giving back to the community in a way that directly benefits children living with cancer.
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“Kids can rise above cancer too” campaign: The upcoming UN Summit addressing cancer, as well as other NCDs presents an opportunity to focus the world’s attention on how kids can LIVE with cancer, if we make cancer control a global priority.
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Full of information and delivered in an exciting new format this year, the front of our annual report is a vibrant, eye-catching art poster featuring your tributes from around the world! Inspired by the Maximize Life Global Cancer Awareness Campaign, our favorite brave sparrow is surrounded by your personal messages, like rays of sun giving him warmth and hope.
On the other pages of the report, we share informational updates on our projects, financials and patient services. Also included is a letter from our Executive Director, along with statistics and photos from 2010. We invite everyone to read our annual report and learn more about The Max Foundation.
Big thanks to all of the partners, cancer survivors, family members, fellow advocates and patient associations, as well as supporters who made 2010 such a success!
Maximize Life, today and every day!
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In an effort to bolster support to people living with Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) in Latin America, Alianza GIST, an organization of patient advocates hosted a meeting for oncologists in the region during the American Society of Clinical Oncology conference (ASCO). The meeting drew physicians from many countries across Latin American as they discussed best practices for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) and convened a Tumor Board with case discussions. The meeting held on June 5th in Chicago was organized in partnership with the Life Raft Group, The Max Foundation, and Tecnológico de Monterrey.
Physicians are welcome to learn more information about Alianza GIST by visiting the website: www.alianzagist.org.
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June 16th, United Nations, New York: Pat Garcia-Gonzalez, Executive Director of The Max Foundation, is addressing civil society participants at the interactive hearing on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) at the United Nations.
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UN Civil Society Hearing: Our voices will be heard at the United Nations (UN) as Pat is expected to be among NGO leaders on June 16th; she will be representing the more than 14,000 supporters who signed the World Cancer Declaration.
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2011 Art Project Announced: Share the meaning behind your art, as well as sending a message to inspire other cancer survivors when you submit your artwork this year!
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'With Love in Every Stitch' 2012 goal is 500 hats: This program is chance for local knitters to inspire smiles by creating knit hats that are sent to children receiving cancer treatment worldwide
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February 4th, 2011 World Cancer Day, the Maximize Life Movement reaches Geneva
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February 4th is World Cancer Day: A chance to unite for cancer control
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On 23rd December 2010, the United Nations (UN) General Assembly unanimously adopted a UN Modalities Resolution creating a once-in-a-generation opportunity to put Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs) on the global agenda. The summit has the potential to secure commitment from Heads of Government for a coordinated global response to NCDs, substantially increase resources for NCDs and save millions from premature death and debilitating health complications.
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Over 400 handmade knit hats donated by our local community in 2010 for children undergoing cancer treatment are now on their way to seven different hospitals worldwide, just in time for winter. Hats designed as ducklings, frogs, dinosaurs, cupcakes, flowers and more will be worn by pediatric cancer survivors of all ages in Russia, Uzbekistan, USA, Guatemala and Mexico.
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The 2010 art collection is infused with life, featuring countless natural themes including landscapes, sunsets, blossoming trees, ocean views and butterflies jumping off the pages. We received over 300 art submissions from 21 countries!
Be impressed yourself; visit the virtual art exhibit to see this year’s winning selections in our Colors of Hope Gallery!
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The UN Summit Modalities Resolution- A Call to Action: Let’s shift the course of history by taking action now for the United Nations High Level Summit!
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2010 Global Cancer Awareness Campaign shows world unity for cancer control: Over 10,000+ signatures to the World Cancer Declaration achieved.
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Survivors, caregivers, advocates and cancer organizations in more than 30 countries, prepare to launch a global cancer awareness campaign
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Download materials from our toolkit for the 2010 Global Cancer Awareness Campaign and your group to take action with us and join the campaign!
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Partnering cancer support organizations across the globe unite for a common cause: To raise awareness about the needs of people diagnosed with cancer, no matter where they live
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