Sarcoma Foundation of America, Inc.

04/20/2026

For National Minority Cancer Awareness Week, we’re sharing an important conversation with Margaret Livermore, sarcoma advocate and member of SFA’s Public Policy Committee.

Margaret opens up about her experience with leiomyosarcoma and the challenges many minority patients face—barriers to care, gaps in trust, and the importance of self-advocacy.

These conversations matter as we work toward more equitable care for all.

Listen to the full episode anywhere you get podcasts

04/19/2026

Our Live with the Experts session on biomarkers is happening this week!

Join us as we dive into overview of biomarkers, what they are and how they are discovered and validated. During the session we will highlight the different types of biomarker tests used in sarcoma, how results are interpreted, and how this information can guide personalized treatment strategies.

As biomarker testing becomes more integrated into patient care, understanding biomarkers and how they can be used in treatment planning can help patients and families better navigate their treatment and clinical trial options.

Register:https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NKnTaMfmSCmcBo7equP1gw #/registration

04/16/2026

Join us for the 2026 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend, Nov 20–22! Run past historic landmarks, through city streets, and along scenic waterfronts—all on a USATF-certified Boston Marathon qualifier course.

By racing with SFA, you’re helping fund innovative sarcoma research and supporting patients and families. Our Marathon Teams have already raised nearly $120,000—let’s keep the impact growing!

Interested in registering? Email ablake@curesarcoma.org

04/15/2026

"I walk because I know how lucky I am. I walk for my mom, a sarcoma survivor. So many families don’t get the same outcome, and so many people have lost someone they love to this disease.This walk is my way of honoring my mom’s journey, supporting those still fighting, and remembering those who are no longer here. It’s also about hope—hope for better treatments, more awareness, and one day, a cure. I walk so that fewer people have to fight this disease and so more families can hold onto the people they love a little longer." - Danielle Byrne, RTCS New Jersey

Join Danielle and hundreds of others for a Race to Cure Sarcoma near you. Together, we will race to support those facing sarcoma, honor those we have lost, and remind every family impacted by sarcoma that they are not alone.

04/14/2026

A new study co-authored by SFA CEO Brandi Felser highlights how the liposarcoma patient journey is often underrepresented in clinical data. Findings reveal delays in diagnosis, limited biomarker use, travel burdens to access specialized care, and a heavy reliance on peer support.

Studies like this are an important step forward, but they also highlight a key limitation. There is still not enough patient-reported data to fully understand the breadth of experiences across sarcoma subtypes. Expanding this knowledge is essential to identifying unmet needs, improving care, and guiding research and advocacy efforts in a more patient-centered direction.

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04/13/2026

Join us for the next Live Virtual Session with the Experts!

This session will provide an overview of biomarkers, what they are and how they are discovered and validated. During the session we will highlight the different types of biomarker tests used in sarcoma, how results are interpreted, and how this information can guide personalized treatment strategies.

As biomarker testing becomes more integrated into patient care, understanding biomarkers and how they can be used in treatment planning can help patients and families better navigate their treatment and clinical trial options.

Register:https://buff.ly/zu6bpXv

04/13/2026

You can still register!

Two weeks until RTCS New York!

More than 225,000 people and their families are impacted by sarcoma. By joining Race to Cure Sarcoma, you honor loved ones, stand with survivors, raise awareness, and help drive critical research forward.

Together, we’re working toward our $35,000 goal to advance new treatments and improve outcomes for the sarcoma community.

Register or show your support: https://curesarcoma.org/race-to-cure-sarcoma/

04/12/2026

Join us on April 25 at The Fowling Warehouse in Omaha, Nebraska for Miles for Michelle’s first fundraiser. Enjoy a round-robin tournament, open lanes, a 50/50 raffle, silent auction, food for purchase, and more!

This event is held in memory of Michelle Reeder, who passed away from hemangiopericytoma.

All proceeds will go to Sarcoma Foundation of America’s mission to fund research and improve outcomes for those affected by sarcoma.

Come out and support a great cause!

More information: milesformichelle.com

04/10/2026

As National AYA Cancer Awareness Week comes to a close, we want to thank the AYA sarcoma community. This group faces challenges that many others don’t—ranging from delayed diagnoses to feelings of isolation throughout their cancer journey.

Adolescents and young adults are an underserved group in cancer care, often without access to resources and support tailored to their age and needs. Your voices and advocacy continue to push this forward.

SFA remains committed to building a future where everyone receives the care they need. You can still share your AYA sarcoma experience to help us better support this community.

Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3SF3SXR

04/08/2026

After sharing her sarcoma experience with the world, Natasha Allen’s impact continues to be felt. Diagnosed with a rare sarcoma in her early 20s, she used her voice to connect with others and advocate for more awareness and research.

Natasha was deeply involved with the Sarcoma Foundation of America as a member of the AYA Committee and as the very first guest on the Sarcoma Stories podcast. Today, her legacy lives on through a research fund in her name, continuing to support progress for those facing sarcoma.

This Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Awareness week, we honor and continue the work Natasha did to improve outcomes for people with sarcoma.

TikTok influencer Natasha Allen was an advocate for young people with cancer. Following her death, her work lives on.

04/07/2026

Spend a day with Kate during treatment for undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma, then hear more of her story in our latest Sarcoma Stories episode. Diagnosed as a young adult, she shares what daily life really looks like and the mindset that helps her move forward. Her sister Kristen also shares what it is like to support her along the way.

Listen to Kate's episode where you listen to podcasts.