HEADstrong
Holmes, PA – With school back in session and the fall lacrosse season in full swing, college teams from across the country are gearing up to face-off against blood cancer in support of the HEADstrong Foundation™. This year, a record breaking 38 DI, DII, DIII and club men’s and women’s college programs will unite to make a relentless statement at their respected campuses for the cause. Read More...
Holmes, PA – The HEADstrong Foundation™ and Stylin Strings Inc. have teamed to present the Strings For Hope Project (SFHP™). Through this newly formed partnership, Stylin Strings has been named the official head stringers and dyers of the HEADstrong Foundation™. Read More...
Holmes, PA – With the summer lacrosse tournament season winding down, HEADstrong Foundation™ (HF™) is focusing their sights on fall. Earlier this week the non-profit organization proudly announced the dates for their Fall Five™ event series. HF’s Fall Five is a series of charity lacrosse events focused on elevating blood cancer awareness, honoring those affected by the diseases and raising funds to support the essential programs and services for cancer patients and their families by the organization. Read More...
BOSTON – This week, all 8 MLL teams will unite on the field to make a statement on behalf of those affected by blood cancers. While these teams are relentlessly competing for play-off contention, this week they will pay homage to a fallen lacrosse brother and his vision as the MLL proudly presents Burn Cancer, an awareness campaign in support of the HEADstrong Foundation™ (HF™). Read More...
Bryn Athyn, PA – For patients with blood cancers there are several hurdles that often prevent them from receiving a life-saving marrow transplant. Fees not covered by medical insurance, costs associated with processing and searching for matching marrow donors, travel and lodging expenses are just a few of them. And with a new diagnosis happening every four minutes there has never been a more critical time to assist this effort, that is why Academy of New Church is teaming up with the HEADstrong Foundation™ to present a new fall youth lacrosse event called The Match Up. Read More...
Atlanta, GA – The HEADstrong Foundation™ is proud to announce the creation of HEADstrong Atlanta, a new lacrosse program consisting of U7, U9 and U11 teams, which will proudly wear lime green to promote blood cancer awareness on the playing field. Read More...
Philadelphia, PA – On Friday March 21st the HEADstrong Foundation™ rolled out the lime green carpet for an unforgettable evening as they presented the 4th Annual Lime Light Gala at the Hyatt Regency at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Read More...
West Grove, PA – It is rather ironic that on Saturday, April 5th, the HEADstrong Foundation™ will host the 5th Annual Rivalry Games at Avon Grove High School in West Grove, PA. With a new location, boasting 3 turf fields and an overwhelming amount of support from the Avon Grove lacrosse community, the stage is set for an incredible fundraising event combining high school and youth lacrosse. Read More...
Philadelphia, PA - On Friday, March 21, 2014 the HEADstrong Foundation™ will roll out the lime green carpet for an unforgettable evening as they present the 4th Annual Lime Light Gala. This special event has been recognized as one of the most inspirational events in the city of Philadelphia, recognizing groundbreaking cancer research, honoring inspirational stories of hope, supporting patients and families, remembering those who have lost their battle, and celebrating survivors of blood cancers. Read More...
Being a professional athlete is not just about playing the game you love at the highest level, it is also about being a positive role model out in the community. Whether it be feeding the needy, bringing attention to their favorite cause or promoting the sport to underserved communities, MLL athletes do their part. Read More...
Philadelphia, PA – On Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 4PM, the Drexel Dragons will host CAA rivals, the Hofstra Pride, in the Inaugural HEADstrong Hero Bowl, a new collegiate men’s lacrosse event helping to promote blood cancer awareness and advance the mission of the HEADstrong Foundation™. Beginning this year, the HEADstrong Hero Bowl will be held annually between both teams. The event will pay homage to cancer survivors and serve as a tribute to those who have lost their battle against the diseases. Read More...
Holmes, PA – With February 4th being recognized as World Cancer Day, the HEADstrong Foundation™ (HF) seized the opportunity to a make a statement, taking the next step in the fight against blood cancers. The 501(c)(3) organization officially launched its newly designed website, in an effort to advance its mission and strengthen its commitment to those affected by blood cancers. Read More...