The Childhood Cancer Blog
Welcome to The Childhood Cancer Blog
from Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation!
Here at Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, we are faced with the very serious issue of childhood cancer every day. So, we try to keep the environment light around the office. In honor of April Fools’ Day, we wanted to share some of the activities our staff has taken part in. These include chair races, scooter obstacle courses, and the “who can keep a straight face after biting into a sour lemon” game.We are very serious about finding a cure for childhood cancer, but as evidenced below, our staff finds time to have fun too.PS – these activities can be used at your... Read More
We were saddened to learn this week that one of our childhood cancer heroes, Matthew Schechter passed away. Matt was a lemonade stand host and most recently a volunteer at our annual gala, The Lemon Ball.Matt was a true hero. We are reminded especially this week that the work of our supporters, volunteers, grantees, and everyone fighting for a cure for kids with cancer really does matter, in big and small ways, to these kids... Read More
The familiar and founding principle of Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation is that when life hands you lemons, make lemonade. However, the foundation also operates under another especially important principle - that everyone, no matter how young or old, is capable of making a difference – including kids. We believe in kids helping kids, and since inception have seen the amazing spirit of kids who give back.For us, this dates... Read More
