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02/13/2026
Don’t let the Patriots’ Super Bowl loss bring you down — turn that energy into something meaningful.
Sign up for a local New England event and join the brain tumor community in 2026 for moments of purpose, connection, and victory.
🏃 Apply for the ASICS Falmouth Road Race at BrainTumor.org/GNE
🚴 Register for the National Brain Tumor Ride at BrainTumorRide.org
🏓 Join the Pickleball Friends & Purpose fundraiser in South Boston on March 8 at https://playpkl.com/event/pickleball-friends-purpose/
🎽 Have a Boston Marathon bib? Fundraise with our Gray Nation Endurance Team at https://www.givengain.com/campaign/2026nbts
Let’s channel that New England grit into something that truly makes a difference!
02/13/2026
Tumor boards bring neuro-oncologists, neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, neuropathologists, and other professionals into one room to review patient cases, with the goal of recommending the best path forward.
Meet Andrea Siluk, a dedicated advocate raising her voice for the brain tumor community through Head to the Hill.
On May 3–5, 2026, in Washington, D.C., patients, survivors, care partners, researchers, medical professionals, and supporters from across the country will unite on Capitol Hill to push for increased research funding, expanded treatment options, and policies that move us closer to a cure.
Head to the Hill begins with in-person advocacy training provided by NBTS, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools needed to meet directly with members of Congress and their staff the following day. No prior experience is required — just a willingness to share your story and stand up for change.
☀️ Join NBTS at Griffith Park – Crystal Springs on Saturday, May 9, for a meaningful morning at the Southern California Brain Tumor Walk.
Together, our unstoppable community will shine as we raise urgently needed funds for brain tumor research, community support, and advocacy.
At this family-friendly event, we’ll honor survivors at a celebration of life, remember loved ones, and share updates about your immediate and enduring impact.
Spread love and support brain tumor research this Valentine’s Day with a stunning bouquet from Crayola Flowers 💌💐
For every bouquet purchased, 10% of proceeds will be donated to NBTS, helping fuel critical research and support patients and families in the brain tumor community.
Can’t make it in person? No problem. FREE virtual registration lets you participate from anywhere, and virtual participants who raise $75+ by March 11 will get an event t-shirt mailed in time for event day.
02/10/2026
Jeff S. was a devoted husband and father who lived a life of service. In 2014, he was diagnosed with .
Through surgery, rehabilitation, and treatment, Jeff and his family faced overwhelming medical, emotional, and financial challenges.
With the help of family, friends, and community generosity, Jeff was able to receive therapies, home care, and moments of joy during his treatment.
After Jeff’s passing in 2015, his family chose to honor his legacy by supporting the National Brain Tumor Society, so other families would not have to face this experience alone.
Make a gift today to honor or remember a loved one while powering support and connection for the brain tumor community: BrainTumor.org/Give
02/10/2026
Radiation therapy is a critical part of care for many people living with a brain tumor, but it might feel at first like stepping into a science fiction movie — the machines, terminology, and daily routine can feel unfamiliar and overwhelming.
This , NBTS honors the vital contributions of African American clinicians, researchers, and patient advocates addressing the needs of the community.
Dr. Ivy Ophelia Roach Brooks was a trailblazing physician and one of the earliest African American women leaders in radiology.
After earning her M.D. from Meharry Medical College, she joined the Tuskegee VA Medical Center, where she trained in diagnostic radiology and later became Director of Radiology for 20 years.
She was the first Black woman to complete training in radiation oncology and helped advance the field through national service with the National Medical Association.
Dr. Brooks broke racial and gender barriers, paving the way for future generations of radiologists.
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We believe we can move the needle faster and drive more new discoveries by influencing and funding research, and actually bringing together policy makers, researchers, clinicians doctors and industry organizations to collaborate and share information in order to find better treatments and a cure for brain tumors. We are the only brain tumor organization that has an active public policy agenda, and we directly advocate to policymakers to give brain tumor patients a voice in Washington, D.C.
We are intimately connected with top brain tumor researchers, academics and clinicians. Some of the top brain tumor experts are scientific advisors on our programs, and we hire PhDs to help create informative content and translate new research developments into language that brain tumor patients and their families can understand and act on.
We don’t just write blank checks. We drive a thoughtful research agenda and hold our researchers’ feet to the fire by monitoring their progress and having them report on findings to the community to justify funding.
We support more than 23 signature, regional walks, races and rides and many other community and scientific events, so our mission is strong.
OUR IMPACT
Money raised by the generous donations of our supporters has specifically funded groundbreaking discoveries and programs including:
Funding and leading research initiatives with the foremost brain tumor experts in the world,
Treatment discovery and development initiatives,
Clinical trials with leading biopharmaceuticals companies to increase drug development and create new options for treatment,
Critical platforms and processes for sharing cutting-edge medical and research information,
Advocacy and public policy initiatives to influence government legislation, regulations, and policy,
And finally, investing in our talented, unique and influential staff in order to drive these research and public policy advancements.
WHY INVEST IN THE NATIONAL BRAIN TUMOR SOCIETY
It takes the combined knowledge, expertise and dedication of many individuals and organizations to fight brain tumors and develop new treatments. This includes academic researchers, clinicians (neuro-oncologists, neuro-radiologists, neurosurgeons, etc.), biopharmaceutical companies, patients, survivors, caregivers, philanthropists, policy makers and regulators. When you give to one medical institution, you are helping just that one organization’s efforts. But, when you give to NBTS, you are investing in the combined power of the entire brain tumor community. Funding will go to many organizations and research efforts, giving brain tumor patients the best chance for better treatments.
This multi-pronged, community-based approach will help find treatments faster while promoting better information sharing and collaboration between experts around the world to find a cure for brain tumors. Only NBTS can convene these various forces through our programs and mission agenda in order to create rapid progress toward a cure.
