Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Events

by Rally Foundation

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to come together to raise awareness and fund critical childhood cancer research.

Throughout the month, Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research will host and support events across the country, giving our community countless ways to make a difference. Whether you attend a fundraiser, participate in an awareness campaign, support a local giveback event or advocate for kids fighting cancer, every action helps move research forward.

Check back often as new events are added throughout the month. Explore what's happening nationwide and in your area below.

National
Atlanta
Tennessee
Gulf Coast
West

National

National Campaigns Throughout September

#GoldStrong

  • This is the universal trademarked hashtag for childhood cancer, and the entire community is invited to use it. Share your support by using #GoldStrong in your social media posts throughout September and all year long.

47 Faces of Rally

  • This campaign honors the 47 children diagnosed with cancer every day. Rally Kids, their families and community supporters share their stories and raise critical funds for childhood cancer research. Read their stories, purchase their T-shirts and stickers, donate to their campaigns and learn how you can get involved. To sign up your child, email emma@rallyfoundation.org.

#RallyFit 47 Challenge

  • Dedicate your September workouts in honor of the 47 children diagnosed with cancer each day while raising funds for childhood cancer research. To learn more, contact bryce@rallyfoundation.org.

Rally 4 Quarters 4 Research (4Q4R)

  • Schools can make a meaningful impact during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by hosting a Rally 4 Quarters 4 Research fundraiser. This simple campaign helps raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer research. Contact emma@rallyfoundation.org to learn more or sign up.

Rally Fight for the 47

  • Join Rally's social media campaign to help fund one $50,000 childhood cancer research grant in a single day. Follow Rally on social media for surprise Power Hours featuring matching gifts announced in real time.

Larry H. Miller Dealerships

  • Larry H. Miller Dealerships will go #GoldStrong throughout September. Visit participating locations to learn more and support kids fighting cancer.

September 13 – National Childhood Cancer Awareness Day

  • While we celebrate Childhood Cancer Awareness Month all September long, September 13 is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Day. Help us raise awareness by sharing your story, promoting your fundraiser and using Rally's September social media toolkit. Together, we can shine a light on the 47 children diagnosed with cancer every day.

Washington, D.C. Events

CureFest Schedule

Thursday, September 17

  • Golden Toast from 6-8 p.m. at LiUNA’s Headquarters, 9th Floor Veranda 905, 16th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C. 20006

Friday, September 18

  • Climb the Hill Youth Advocacy Day, hosted by Kids V Cancer. Learn more.
  • CureFest Family Welcome Night from 4-7 p.m. at Freedom Plaza
  • CureFest Collective for fighters, survivors and siblings (ages 13-29 years old) from 6-1 p.m. at the Hard Rock Cafe in D.C.

September 18-19

  • CureFest Tribute Wall Display from Friday, September 18 at 4 p.m. to Saturday, September 19 at 9 p.m. at Freedom Plaza. Learn more.

Saturday, September 19

  • Rally to the U.S. Capitol beginning at 12:45 on the National Mall, near the Smithsonian Castle
  • CureFest Meet and Greet from 4-7 p.m. at Freedom Plaza
  • Night of Golden Lights from 7-9 p.m. at Freedom Plaza
  • Candlelight Vigil from 9-9:30 p.m. at Freedom Plaza

Sunday, September 20

  • CureFest Festival from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Sylvan Theater

Atlanta

August 23

  • Rally Atlanta GoldStrong Fest at Bentley Atlanta, an Asbury Automotive Group Dealership from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., 10995 Westside Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009

September 9

  • Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream at Avalon giveback at 1230 Ashford Crossing #300-A, Atlanta, GA 30346 (time to be announced)

September 18

  • Pope High School’s Matt Hobby Classic at 7:30 p.m. at 3001 Hembree Road NE, Marietta, GA 30062
  • North Cobb High School Gold Out Game at 7:30 p.m. at North Cobb High School, 3400 Old 41 Highway NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144

September 19

  • Rally Pickleball Classic from 9 a.m. to Noon at Painted Pickle at 279 Ottley Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30324. Reserve your spot here.

September 28

  • Rally for Rhea Golf Tournament with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. at Callaway Resort and Gardens, Mountain View Course, 17617 US-27, Pine Mountain, GA 31822.

Tennessee

#GoldStrong All September Long

Jet’s Pizza

  • Jet's Pizza locations will be GoldStrong throughout September, with a QR code included in every to-go order so customers can donate to Rally Foundation. Visit participating locations to support kids fighting cancer.

Cigi’s Boutique

  • Cigi's Boutique will donate a percentage of sales to Rally Foundation throughout September. Visit the store at 29 E. First St., Cookeville, TN 38501, to shop and support kids fighting cancer.

Jamie’s Eats & Sweets

  • Jamie’s Eats & Sweets will donate 10% of all sales to Rally Foundation during the month of September. Visit the store at 50 W Broad St., Cookeville, TN 38501, to try some delicious treats and support childhood cancer research.

Perenn Bakery

  • Perenn Bakery will host a round-up campaign at two locations in Nashville throughout September.

September 2

  • Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream on Broadway will host a giveback from 4-7 p.m. at 5055 Broadway Place, Nashville, TN 37203.

Gulf Coast

August 27

  • Mahjong Fundraiser (details to be announced)

August 29

  • Rally Gulf Coast GoldStrong Fest (details to be announced)

September 1

  • Candlelight Vigil from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola, FL

September 4

  • Rally Kid Toni's Lemonade Stand at Hyundai of Auburn from 2-4 p.m. at 823 Opelika Rd, Auburn, AL 36830

September 5

  • Peace Out Cancer 5k in memory of Rally Kid Brooks Laney
  • Rally & Ride Motorcycle Event

September 9

  • City of Gulf Breeze Proclamation 5:30 p.m. at 1070 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze, FL 32561

September 10

  • Santa Rosa County Proclamation 8:30 a.m. at 6495 Caroline Street, Milton, FL 32570
  • Santa Rosa County School District Proclamation 5:30 p.m. at 6180 Central School Rd, Milton, FL
  • Childhood Cancer Awareness Pizza Party & Raffle 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at 4400 Bayou Blvd, Suite 7, Pensacola, FL 32503

September 11

  • Rally Kid Toni's Lemonade Stand at Allen Turner Hyundai Dealership from 2-4 p.m. at 6501 Pensacola Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32505

September 13

  • East Pass Coffee Co. Giveback 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at 121 Benning Drive, Destin, FL 32541

September 14

  • Okaloosa County School District Proclamation 5:00 p.m. at 202 Highway 85 North, Niceville, FL 32578

September 15

  • Okaloosa County Proclamation 3:00 p.m. at 202 Highway 85 North, Niceville, FL 32578

September 24

  • City of Pensacola Proclamation 5:30 p.m. at 222 W Main Street, Pensacola, FL 32502

September 25 - 26

  • Rally On the Court Pickleball and Tennis Tournament Fundraiser with the City of Fort Walton Beach and USTA Florida at 45 W. Audrey Dr. NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. Click here to learn more.

West

  • West region events coming soon. More details on local events and ways to support childhood cancer research will be added soon.