Bald for Bucks aims to raise $70,000 for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — District 20 students and staff participated in its annual 'Bald for Bucks,' on Friday, Feb. 28, to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS).
Each year, the event sponsors a local child who has experienced blood cancer. This year's Hero Child, 8-year-old Jaxson, was diagnosed with multiple metastatic glioblastomas and passed away a week before the event. The Bald for Bucks event went on in his memory, and honored his life and his love for Spiderman, in addition to raising money for LLS' and his family.
This year, more than 2,000 were in attendance at Rampart High School's gymnasium, and more than 160 students and staff cut or shaved their hair to help reach the fundraising goal of $70,000.
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Yahoo
CU Cancer Center to showcase research at Pueblo Community College
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The University of Colorado is bringing its medical 'Research Roadshow' to Pueblo on Friday, June 13. The free event will bring researchers to the community to educate people on cancer and healthy aging. Jan Lowery, PhD, with the University of Colorado Cancer Center, joined FOX21 Morning News on Monday, June 2, to talk about who should consider attending and why this research is important. Lowery said the purpose of the research roadshows is to connect researchers with the community. 'Researchers get to come and talk about the research that they're doing, engage the community members, and even potentially enroll people in their studies,' said Lowery. 'And community members get to come and learn about the research that we're doing, why it's important for them to participate, and have the opportunity to enroll in studies on the spot.' During this roadshow, participants can learn about a research study looking into the impacts of heavy metals found in Pueblo, as well as another study looking at interventions for fatigue in cancer survivors. The event is Friday, June 13, at Pueblo Community College from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lowery said most of the studies are targeted for adults 50 and older, but all are welcome to attend. Preregistration is requested but not required. More information can be found at the link above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Yahoo
Subaru Celebrates Ten Years Partnering With the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society To Support Nearly 500,000 Cancer Patients and Families Nationwide
CAMDEN, NJ / / June 2, 2025 / Automaker provides relief and support through funding, physical donations, and messages of hope Subaru of America, Inc. today announced a major milestone, marking the tenth consecutive year of partnering with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) as part of its Subaru Loves to Care® initiative. As the largest automotive donor to LLS, Subaru and its retailers are committed to supporting children and families affected by blood cancer, and by the end of 2025, will have helped nearly 500,000 cancer patients nationwide. The treatment and recovery for blood cancer patients can be long, difficult, and emotionally draining, often leaving individuals feeling isolated and physically weakened. In response, Subaru and its retailers bring warmth and compassion through the delivery of custom heart-shaped blankets, curated care kits, and handwritten messages of hope. These gestures provide valuable relief and reinforce the importance of community support. Alan Bethke, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Subaru of America, Inc.: "A decade of working together on Subaru Loves to Care has only served to reinforce how meaningful a personal touch can be for those facing cancer. Hand in hand with our retailers and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, we remain committed to delivering warmth, love, and comfort during some of life's most difficult moments. This partnership helps make a difference by reminding cancer patients how many people are rooting for them." Throughout June, over 630 participating retailers across the country will continue sharing hope by delivering blankets and personal messages to cancer patients in local hospitals. Additionally, 370 of those participating retailers will provide care kits to offer added comfort throughout treatment and recovery. Through these continued efforts, Subaru strengthens its promise to be More Than a Car Company®, one blanket and note at a time. In addition to donating and delivering blankets, messages of hope, and care kits, participating retailers are also contributing to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Urgent Need Pediatric, Adolescent and Young Adult Fund. The fund provides financial assistance to young blood cancer patients and their families to help with non-medical related expenses, from groceries to transportation, housing and more. Along with these contributions from retailers, Subaru will match donations made through during Subaru Loves to Care between June 1 and 30, 2025, up to $100,000 in total. E. Anders Kolb, M.D., President and CEO of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: "Thoughtful gestures like blankets and handwritten notes from Subaru and its retailers offer real comfort, love, and encouragement during treatment, especially for children. When I think about the number of lives we have touched over the past ten years, it fills my heart to know that so many patients were reminded that they're not alone. That simple act of kindness is one that leaves a lasting effect." Those looking to write messages of hope for patients in their community are invited to visit their local Subaru retailer. For more information on Subaru Loves to Care, visit and follow #SubaruLovestoCare on social media to see this initiative in action. To learn more about the Subaru Love Promise, visit ### About Subaru of America, of America, Inc. (SOA) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Subaru Corporation of Japan. Headquartered in Camden, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts, and accessories through a network of about 640 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill plants, including Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc., the only U.S. automobile manufacturing plant designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. SOA is guided by the Subaru Love Promise, which is the company's vision to show love and respect to everyone and to support its communities and customers nationwide. Over the past 20 years, SOA and the SOA Foundation have donated more than $320 million to causes the Subaru family cares about, and its employees have logged over 100,000 volunteer hours. Subaru is dedicated to being More Than a Car Company® and to making the world a better place. For additional information, visit Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube. About The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyThe Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) is the global leader and innovator in creating a world without blood cancer. The LLS mission: Cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of all patients and their families. LLS is focused on accelerating research, providing free support and services, and advocating for policies to ensure access to quality, affordable care. For more than 75 years, LLS has been helping blood cancer patients live longer, better lives. To learn more, visit Patients can contact the Information Resource Center at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok. Media Contacts Diane AntonCorporate Communications Manager(856) 488-5093danton@ Adam LeiterCorporate Communications Specialist(856) 488-8668aleiter@ Subaru of America, Inc. partners with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) for the tenth consecutive year as part of the Subaru Loves to Care® initiative. Subaru is the largest automotive donor to LLS, and by the end of 2025, Subaru and its retailers will have supported nearly 500,000 cancer patients around the country with funding, blanket donations, and messages of hope through this continued partnership. View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Subaru of America on Contact Info:Spokesperson: Subaru of AmericaWebsite: Email: info@ SOURCE: Subaru of America View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Yahoo
Identical twin veterans turn 95
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A pair of twins turned 95 years young on Sunday, June 1 as family and friends gathered to celebrate nearly a century of love, adventure, and serving their country. It's the birthday of a lifetime–times two. It's one that many can only hope they live to see. Robert and Richard Gibbs have spent their entire lives together beginning in 1930–when the Great Depression was just beginning, and now living in an internet-driven world–the pair is celebrating the storied lives they've lived. 'As brothers, we were always supportive of each other no matter what,' said Richard Gibbs. They spent their birthday with loved ones, drinking wine, eating lots of food, and of course blowing out the candles. 'Stellar humans, you know, they're heroes, they're now national heroes and our family's heroes,' said Rusty Gibbs, the son of Richard Gibbs. The pair might be hard to tell apart, but they each have big personalities. During the celebration, they even bickered like most brothers do. 'We always, we have done a little internal family squabbling,' said Richard. They have lived together, loved together, lost together, and even fought together. 'I think that America is so lucky, Americans are so lucky to be born here,' said Richard. The two have been inseparable since day one, both serving in Korea and Vietnam side by side. 'Well, I went into flying and I became a fighter pilot in the Air Force for 20 years, and in the end, I went from second lieutenant to colonel,' said Richard. They were born in 1930 during the longest and deepest downturn in American history–the Great Depression. During their celebration, they told FOX21 News they remember living in poverty and experienced one of the darkest times in history. They even remember traveling by horse and carriage. 'It's almost impossible to believe the progress that has been made in the last 90 years in America. It's totally changed from the 1930s. You young people would never even believe it, a total difference between 1930s and 2025,' said Robert. They say the secret to staying young is to love, never give up, and of course have a little fun along the way. 'My advice? Have a great family. Family is the most important thing you ever encounter in your life; I don't care what your occupation is, what you do, what hobbies you have, your family is always there,' said Robert. The duo said their adventures are not done yet, and they are planning to visit Seven Falls to soak in mother nature later this month. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
