"The end result of Monday's games and the fundraising effort was extraordinary, with the event raising more than $350,000 for neuroblastoma, a rare form of childhood cancer that develops in immature nerve cells."
"Band of Parents, in partnership with Garden of Dreams and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, have raised over $14 million in cancer research to develop several treatments and vaccines that have raised the survival rate from just 5% in the 1980's to over 50% today."
"While that is truly amazing, a 50% survival rate is far too low for the 700 children diagnosed every year. Band of Parents and MSK hope to continually increase that survival rate through these treatments, vaccines, and partnerships with other hospitals around the country."
The Play Like A Pro Game raised more than $350,000 for neuroblastoma research, honoring Talia Castellano, who lost her battle with the disease in 2013. This event marked Blue Seat Blogs' third year presenting the Eric Alper Memorial Trophy to MVPs, with goalies Marc Solomon and Nate Reid recognized for their performances. Band of Parents, in collaboration with Garden of Dreams and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, has raised over $14 million for cancer research, improving survival rates from 5% to over 50%. BSB raised nearly $2,000 this year, aiming to increase contributions in the future.
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