
Heroes Foundation Provides Play-Inspiring Room to Support Pediatric Cancer Patients
Nick and Elizabeth Keller took an elevator up to the third floor of Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital and stepped across the threshold of a new
Nick and Elizabeth Keller took an elevator up to the third floor of Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital and stepped across the threshold of a new
The actual phrase pay it forward is believed to have been coined by author Lily Hardy Hamond in her novel “In the Garden of Delight,”
Komen Tissue Bank collecting breast tissue from men on June 10 By Candace Gwaltney, Science Writer for the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive
A cancer diagnosis is one of the most overwhelming experiences in life. This diagnosis not only affects the person directly, but their family and friends
During the February 11, 2023, Amelia Project conference, breast cancer scientists and clinicians came together for a day of collaboration at Indiana University Kokomo. One
INDIANAPOLIS — The Heroes Foundation announced the appointment of six new members to its Board of Directors. Since 2001, the Indianapolis non-profit organization has served
INDIANAPOLIS—The Heroes Foundation has named Nawal Kassem, MD, its latest SJP Heroes Cancer Research Fund Fellow. The Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Indiana University School
INDIANAPOLIS—The Heroes Foundation has announced a three-year, $30,000 funding commitment to Jennifer Belsky, DO, MS, to further her research on decreasing the detrimental side effects
Why does the Heroes Foundation exist and why should it continue to grow? Who are the stakeholders that rely on our support, and why should
The Heroes Foundation announced today that the Catherine Peachey Fund has provided $100,000 to Dr. Laurie Littlepage at the Harper Cancer Research Institute at the
Breast cancer is an equal opportunity disease – it doesn’t discriminate. And the Catherine Peachey Fund wants to ensure that breast cancer treatment doesn’t discriminate
Happy New Year! I hope you, your families and friends had a great holiday season and are ready to take on 2022. The Heroes Foundation
When someone is diagnosed with cancer, so are their friends, their family members, and their loved ones. People want to help, but they’re not sure
Kim Lyon and Samantha Piety have a friendship that goes back to elementary school. They grew up together in Franklin Township and reconnected after they
On Saturday, August 28th, the Carmel Lady Greyhounds swapped out their traditional blue and gold uniforms for pink. “It’s probably one of the most fun
The CompleteLife Program started as an idea – you don’t just treat the cancer, you treat the whole patient – body, mind, and spirit. Heroes
Lately we’ve been asking, “What’s your cancer story?” We all have one – and most people have multiple. I certainly consider myself amongst the majority,
For the Garvey family, the month of September carries a lot of weight. “It’s a month that we care a lot about. We wish that
They lost their son. But the legacy of Mighty Mason has just begun. Heather and Kevin Garvey on their son, their journey, and how they’re
As Indiana football prepares to kick off its season, IU Athletic Director Scott Dolson talks about his journey from Northern Indiana to Bloomington, navigating his
Life in the restaurant business started at the bottom for Chef Tony Hanslits. “After school, I would go and clean the kitchen and take the
An elite athlete – in 2012, Tom Morris suffered a devastating injury. Through therapy and the power of positive thinking, he was able to regain
Beth Rashleigh has spent most of her professional life studying, coaching, and consulting on leadership and organizational development. Unprecedented times call for unprecedented leadership. Last
Sean Swarner battled cancer twice and spent a year in a medically induced coma – all before he was 18 years old. He went on
Whether they’re biking, running, or competing in triathlons, Team Heroes represents the Heroes Foundation by raising awareness for the organization and its mission – to
Knee pain isn’t something little kids usually complain about – but Tatum Parker’s knee had been bothering her for a while. “It would wake me
The Heroes Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of Tara Holcomb in the role of marketing coordinator. Holcomb grew up in Franklin Township and
Doug Ulman grew up on the East Coast in a typical middle-class family centered around sports and community. “I was lucky to be surrounded by
Now in its 27th year, the mission of the Catherine Peachey Fund is simple. “We fund breast cancer research in the state of Indiana,” said
A lifelong Hoosier, Bryce Zoeller was born in New Albany – but his love for cycling was born in Bloomington. He got involved in the
Julie Drew grew up in suburban Detroit. When it was time to start thinking about college, she didn’t know where she wanted to go –
After a year-long battle with stage 3 colorectal cancer, FOX 59 morning news anchor Lindy Thackston finished her last treatment in mid-April. A day she
Last year, organizers had big plans for the Catherine Peachey Fund’s Wine Tasting with Peachey. “We had a great plan in place,” said Program Manager
Seven years ago, Matt King got up and started his day like any other. It’s now a day he looks back on as the beginning
Growing up in Maryland, Dr. Kelvin Lee had his heart set on becoming a marine biologist. “I ended up doing a summer internship with Dr.
Chris Welch grew up in Upstate New York. After college, he took a job with Cummins, which brought him to Indiana. After several jobs and
Last week, the Catherine Peachey Fund announced $70K in new gifts to fund breast cancer research in Indiana. “Our whole mission is funding research,” said
Growing up in Carmel, Indiana, Bryan Babb played pretty much everything – baseball, basketball, football – but there was something about playing quarterback that hooked
For Lindy Thackston, life before cancer was busy, fulfilling, and free. She was juggling three dream jobs – morning news anchor at FOX59, public address
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