PRESS RELEASE October 14, 2021 Water Cooler at Pegasus Park signs up 15 new tenants for its nonprofit collaborative. ⠀ LeukemiaTexas is proud to be joining the Watercooler at PegasusPark alongside 14 other Dallas nonprofits at the beginning of 2022! […]
Meet Bailey, our new intern!
We're pleased to introduce our new intern! Get to know Bailey in her own words: "Hello! My name is Bailey, and I am a senior at Carroll Senior High School. I will be studying business in college in hopes of entering the nonprofit world and continuing my passion for fundraising. I am a leukemia survivor and have been fundraising and working closely with many different cancer-related organizations ever since I [...]
Leukemia Texas Names Jessica Dunn as New Executive Director
Leukemia Texas is pleased to welcome Jessica Dunn as our new Executive Director, beginning June 1, 2020. Jessica comes to us with more than 15 years in non-profit management, having previously worked with The March of Dimes, the Dallas Stars Foundation, the American Red Cross, and the United Way. She began her career in the AmeriCorps during Hurricane Katrina and has continued to cultivate a passion for helping others. We [...]
CEO Mandy O’Neill Transitions To A New Role At Leukemia Texas
After 8 years proudly leading Leukemia Texas, we are saddened to share that Mandy O'Neill will be stepping down as our Chief Executive Officer to pursue another passion presented to her. She will join the team at the National Breast Cancer Foundation in their important mission. Under Mandy’s leadership over the last 8 years, our organization has tripled the funds raised to provide patient aid and research grants across Texas. Mandy [...]
Beat Leukemia Ball kickoff party hosted by Park Place Motorcars Fort Worth
*POSTPONED* (DATE TBD) Stay tuned for new date announcement! Park Place Motorcars Fort Worth recently hosted the kickoff party for the 17th annual Beat Leukemia Ball. The May 9th event will be held at the Omni Hotel in Fort Worth and will feature what is widely considered the world’s finest Beatles tribute band - The Fab Four. Guests enjoyed tuna tartare, deviled eggs and sliders from the Wicked Butcher [...]
Leukemia Texas adds Three to Board of Trustees
(January 2020 - Dallas) Leukemia Texas is pleased to announce that Mrs. Karen Pinkstaff, Mr. Billy McBee and Mr. Roger Bissell will be joining the Board of Trustees as of January 2020. The Leukemia Texas Board of Trustees are the governing body who are responsible for overseeing the organization’s activities. “We are delighted to expand our board with three new members who will bring diverse expertise and insight to enhance [...]
Perot Foundation Announces Gift to Leukemia Texas
(Dallas, Texas, October 28, 2019) The Perot Foundation of Dallas, founded by the late Ross Perot, announced Tuesday that it is donating $100,000 to Leukemia Texas to support their patient aid program. “For close to 50 years, Leukemia Texas has led efforts across our great state to provide assistance to Texans battling leukemia,” said Carolyn Perot Rathjen. “Our family is proud to support their work to fund these individuals and [...]
My Sweet Charity: 7th Concert For A Cure For An Eyeful Of The Green Factor For Leukemia Texas
https://mysweetcharity.com/2019/10/7th-concert-for-a-cure-for-an-eyeful-of-the-green-factor-for-leukemia-texas/
Leukemia Texas Presents Concert for a Cure – CultureMap Dallas
http://dallas.culturemap.com/eventdetail/leukemia-texas-presents-concert-cure-2019/
My Sweet Charity: The “Eye” of North Texas Will Be Upon You At Leukemia Texas’ 7th Annual Concert For a Cure
https://mysweetcharity.com/2019/08/the-eye-of-north-texas-will-be-upon-you-at-leukemia-texas-7th-annual-concert-for-a-cure/
Big Country 100 Men Who Care Awards $10,100 to Leukemia Texas
Big Country 100 Men Who Care is an organization of men in the Big Country from all walks of life that are passionate about their Community. Leukemia Texas was awarded $10,100 on June 5, 2019 that will support Patient Aid throughout Abilene, TX. In less than 3 years, Big Country 100 Men Who Care has raised over $200,000 to support local charities throughout the Big Country! To learn more [...]
2019 Research Grant Recipient
We are proud to announce our 2019, $100,000 Leukemia Texas Research Grant award to Dr. Kapil Bhalla and, Co-Investigator, Dr. Courtney DiNardo from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX.
2016 Leukemia Texas Research Grant Recipient Awarded Prestigious $1.88 Million NIH Grant
Read full article here: https://dailydose.ttuhsc.edu/2018/december/ama-trippier.aspx
Leukemia Texas Awards $100,000 for AML Research
Read the full edition here: UTSW CenterTimes February 2019
D Magazine – Proud Texans Helping Texans
https://www.dmagazine.com/arts-entertainment/2018/08/leukemia-texas-is-taking-the-lead-in-supporting-leukemia-patients-across-the-state/
PGA Twitter Covers Jordan Spieth and Leukemia Texas
"Y'all are fighters. You're way tougher than us." - @JordanSpieth https://mobile.twitter.com/PGATOUR/status/999388218343772163
Together, PGA Tour
Jordan Spieth, Leukemia Texas team up to change the lives of two Dallas area children at PGA TOUR’s Fort Worth Invitational http://together.pgatour.com/stories/18/may/jordan-spieth-leukemia-texas.html
KLUV Radio – MJ Event 2018
https://kluv.radio.com/blogs/jenny-q/mo-jim-founders-17th-annual-mj-event-cure-cancer-visit-kluv-studio
CBS Houston
Leukemia Texas Hosts Concert With Lance McCullers Jr. As Honorary Chair Read Full Article At: http://houston.cbslocal.com/2018/03/19/leukemia-texas-hosts-concert-with-lance-mccullers-jr-as-honorary-chair/
Houston Style Magazine – Inaugural Houston Concert for a Cure
http://stylemagazine.com/news/2018/mar/13/leukemia-texas-host-inaugural-hou-concert-cure-iri/
Jordan Spieth Family Foundation Announces Gift to Leukemia Texas
"Imagine the stress of learning your child received a leukemia diagnosis. No one plans for or budgets for a cancer diagnosis. For the many families that receive a leukemia diagnosis, the initial shock and immediate treatment needs can be jarringly difficult for children and families physically, emotionally, and also financially. The Jordan Spieth Family Foundation is proud to announce a partnership with Dallas-based organization, Leukemia Texas." Read Full Article Here: http://www.jordanspiethgolf.com/article/jordan-spieth-family-foundation-supports-texas-families-facing-pediatric-cancer
Fox 4 News Highlights MJ Event Benefiting Leukemia Texas
The creators of MJ Event, Paul "Mo" Moline and Jim Round, tell us why they are passionate about making the world cancer-free and the event they are hosting in April to raise money for that cause. The event, on April 27-28, 2018, will benefit Leukemia Texas for it's 3rd consecutive year! http://www.fox4news.com/good-day/mj-event
Voyage Dallas Magazine
Voyage Dallas interviews Leukemia Texas CEO, Mandy O'Neill http://voyagedallas.com/interview/meet-mandy-oneill-leukemia-texas-irvinglas-colinas/ [Read More...]
Winter 2017 eNewsletter
leukemia posted on December 13, 2017 11:00 Winter 2017 eNewsletter.pdf
Small molecule inhibitors for acute myeloid leukemia: where is the field heading?
Leukemia Texas 2016 Research Grant Recipient, Dr. Paul Trippier, from Texas Tech Health Sciences Center, discusses "small molecule inhibitors for AML" Learn more about where the field is going in his recent published article in Future Medicinal Chemistry [Read More...]
Culture Map Dallas
Leukemia Texas presents 2017 Concert for a Cure [Read More...]
Fox 4 News: Concert For A Cure
Fox 4 News Anchor, Jenny Anchondo, discusses Leukemia Texas Concert For A Cure Event with Stephanie Hollman, a bone marrow donor and star on the Real Housewives of Dallas http://www.fox4news.com/news/concert-for-a-cure-benefiting-leukemia-texas [Read More...]
DFW Child Mom Next Door, Mandy O’Neill
Mom Next Door: Mandy O'Neill, CEO of Leukemia Texas / Flexibility is key for this mom of two and CEO [Read More...]
My Sweet Charity
The Rustic Is Gonna Be Rocking In September For Voices For A Cause And The 5th Annual Concert For A Cure, But Not At The Same Time [Read More...]
My Sweet Charity
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Concert For A Cure [Read More...]
Leukemia Texas Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, April 05, 2017 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce 5201 N. O'Connor Blvd. Suite 100 Irving, TX 75039 http://local.irvingchamber.com/events/Leukemia-Texas-Ribbon-Cutting-2926/details [Read More...]
Hometown Heros
Fox 4 DFW news segment featuring Clarice Tinsley’s hometown heroes - Highlighting the 1st graders at Lakeside Elementary who have raised funds for our Leukemia Texas patients [Read More...]
Katy Trail Weekly
Featuring, Leukemia Texas! [Read More...]
Black Tie International
Save The Date! The Leukemia Texas BeatLeukemia Ball is coming up on May 6, 2017! [Read More...]
Fox 4 News Leukemia Awareness Month
Dr. Stan Goldman from Texas Oncology at Medical City and his patient, Courtney Billedeaus sat down with Jenny Anchondo to discuss Leukemia and Lymphoma Awareness Month. They also discussed the upcoming Concert for a Cure featuring Bob Schneider at the Rustic on October 6th. Jenny Anchondo will serve as the emcee and Fox 4’s Allison Harris is a co-chair. The event is a fundraiser for Leukemia Texas. [Read More...]
Culture Map Leukemia Texas Presents 4th Annual Concert For A Cure
Kick-off Texas/OU weekend with Leukemia Texas at the 4th Annual Concert for a Cure, featuring Austin-based singer/songwriter, Bob Schneider. VIP tickets include bites before the concert, two drink tickets, seating, and valet parking. Leukemia Texas will also be giving away two game-day tickets at the end of the evening... [Read More...]
Meaningful Gifts For People Facing A Serious Illness
It's always difficult to Figure out how to comfort a loved one or friend in the hospital. So, Hillary Kennedy, from Eye Opener TV, got with Mandy O'Neill, CEO of Leukemia Texas, to see how a small gesture can bring a lot of hope in the darkest of times. Mandy says that while Leukemia Texas does offer patients a monetary gift, it's often the little things from the heart, that [...]
Leukemia Texas Announces 2016 BeatLeukemia Ball Chairs
Michele Reynolds and daughters selected as Chairs for the 13th annual Beat Leukemia Ball benefitting Leukemia Texas.
Party Run Benefits Leukemia Texas
"Organized by C.H. Robinson, the Party Run is a 5K race and fun run through the scenic Vitruvian Park. Over 400 competitors came together the night of Friday, Sept. 25. Following the event, Leukemia Texas proudly accepted a check for $35,000, which will directly support leukemia patients in Texas." Click the link below to read more! [Read More...]
D Magazine highlights Concert for a Cure 2014
See highlights from the successful Concert for a Cure 2014! [Read More...]
Leukemia Texas Donates $110,000
Leukemia Texas is dedicated to dedicated to fighting the life-threatening blood cancer of leukemia through the funding of leukemia research and patient aid in Texas. [Read the rest of this article...]
Star Telegram listing of the Beat Leukemia Ball
The Inaugural Fort Wort Beat Leukemia Ball! [Read More...]
Worth Going Listing of the Beat Leukemia Ball
Featuring information about the Inaugural Fort Worth Beat Leukemia Ball! [Read More...]
KLUV Mentions BEATLEukemia Ball
http://kluv.cbslocal.com/2014/04/10/2014-beatleukemia-ball
98.7 KLUV features Beat Leukemia Concert for a Cure
Check out this feature on the 98.7 KLUV website! [Read More...]
D Magazine
The Beat Leukemia Concert for a Cure featured in the event section of Dmagazine.com! [Read More...]
My Sweet Charity article on Kickoff Party
Article about the Fabulous Kickoff Party for the Beat Leukemia Concert for a Cure!
Culture Map
Article announcing the Beat Leukemia Concert for a Cure!
Things to Do at Klyde Warren Park
The Beat Leukemia Concert for a Cure is featured on the Klyde Warren Park website!
North Dallas Gazette
The North Dallas Gazette features Beat Leukemia Concert!
Dallas Weekly Article
Dallas Weekly features Beat Leukemia Concert!
100 Days of Summer
100 days, $100, 100 Supporters Leukemia Texas requests 100 individuals or corporate supporters to donate $100 over 100 days to raise a minimum of $10,000 to sustain our mission and programs that are dedicated to fight the life-threatening blood cancer of leukemia throughout the state of Texas. Who? 100 individuals, families, corporations What? $100 one time gift (any donation large or small makes a difference!) When? 100 days from May [...]
Partnership with World Wide Motion Pictures
World Wide is partnering with LeukemiaTexas for the release of the motion picture WAYS TO LIVE FOREVER... Los Angeles, CA, January 09, 2013 --(PR.com)-- World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation (World Wide) has formed a collaboration with Leukemia Texas in an effort to fight pediatric cancers through the release of the award-winning film, Ways To Live Forever (www.waystoliveforevermovie.com), opening 2013 in North America. Based on the acclaimed British children's novel by Sally Nicholls, [...]
Electric Run benefits LeukemiaTexas–Black-tie Magazine article
From: http://www.blacktiemagazine.com DALLAS, Texas - GET READY DALLAS! The Electric Run is coming to Dallas this week and it's going to be much more than a 5K run. It truly is a show! Imagine Fair Park glowing and buzzing to one million watts of light and sound, which will turn the course into an electric wonderland. This isn't an amateur production. Stage designers from Coachella, Dreamworks animators and talented artists are [...]
Electric Run in the Big D to benefit LeukemiaTexas!
Click here for more info on how to participate in this FUN event!!!
RSVP Calendar– BeatLeukemia Ball article
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North Dallas Gazette–article on The Fab Four
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Our Quarterly Newsletter
Click HERE for updates on our Successful Fundraising Events of 2012!
The 10th Annual BeatLeukemia Ball!
Click here for details on the spectacular event benefiting LeukemiaTexas!
LeukemiaTexas on THE LIST! Thanks to Social Whirl!
Click here for an Announcement of the BeatLeukemia Ball on Social Whirl!
LeukemiaTexas Holds Board Staff Retreat
DALLAS, Texas (June, 2012) – Twenty-three members of Leukemia Texas Board of Trustees and Staff gathered in Dallas this month to strategically plan for the year. Click here for full article.
LeukemiaTexas Appoints Mandy Hamilton-O’Neill as Chief Executive Officer
DALLAS, Texas (April 2012) – LeukemiaTexas, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting the life-threatening blood cancer of leukemia through research and patient aid, today announced the appointment of Mandy Hamilton-O’Neill as Chief Executive Officer. “The Board of Trustees is thrilled to have Mandy as our new Chief Executive Officer. With her experience and enthusiasm we are confident that we have the right leader to take our organization to the next [...]