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National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS) unrelentingly invests in, mobilizes, and unites the brain tumor community to discover a cure, deliver effective treatments, and advocate for patients and caregivers.
A brain tumor diagnosis can bring urgent decisions — including ones about your future family.
Before surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy begin, learn how treatment may impact fertility with our blog: braintumor.org/news/navigating-fertility-preservation-a-guide-for-patients-with-brain-tumors
Learn more:
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The fight against #glioblastoma requires bold ideas & collaboration.
NBTS is proud to join a coalition of philanthropic partners led by The Mark Foundation & The Sontag Foundation, committing $4M to support 5 innovative glioblastoma research projects aimed at accelerating new treatment strategies.
1 month until we’re back at AT&T Stadium! 🧠🤠
Join NBTS & the TX #braintumorcommunity on Apr 11 for the DFW Brain Tumor Walk & Race.
Register today for this impactful, family-friendly event where every step & every dollar raised brings us closer to a cure: BrainTumor.org/DFW
💙 NBTS & our partners Imerman Angels are seeking patient & active care partner mentors!
Share your experience & support someone navigating a brain tumor diagnosis.
Apply here: https://braintumor.org/support-services/peer-mentor-program/
Did you know that 30-50% of people living with #braintumors experience #aphasia?
If you or your loved one has ever struggled to find the right word or keep up in a fast-paced conversation due to aphasia, tell us what helped you in the comments below: https://bit.ly/4brRLYu
60 days until the Southern California Brain Tumor Walk! 👟
Last year, 1,200+ participants & 100 teams raised $160K for patients & families.
On May 9, we’re coming together again—help us reach our $180K goal and move closer to a cure: https://bit.ly/4tpekUv 💙
#SoCalBTWalkRace
Join NBTS, Molly, and members of the #braintumor community from across the U.S. in D.C. for Head to the Hill on May 3–5.
Together, we’ll advocate for funding that powers new, more effective treatments, including #clinicaltrials.
Register today: BrainTumor.org/HeadToTheHill
#Head2Hill
⏰ 60 days until the New Jersey Brain Tumor Walk!
Register by midnight today to save $5 with Early Bird pricing before fees increase.
💙 Sign up today: braintumor.org/NewJersey
#NewJerseyBTWalk
Our Gray Nation Endurance team is putting meaning behind every mile at the ASICS Los Angeles Marathon and Charity Half! 🏃
This year, 23 runners are representing the brain tumor community, including 3 brain tumor survivors
Learn more at BrainTumor.org/GNE
International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the achievements of women.
Today, we’re proud to highlight three female researchers leading important quality-of-life work and driving meaningful change for the brain tumor community: https://bit.ly/4aQbeSp
#InspireInclusion
Join us on Sunday, March 15th, at 7 p.m. ET for our monthly Brain Tumor Support Conversation.
Anyone who has been affected by a brain tumor is encouraged to speak in this welcoming space.
To register, please visit: https://bit.ly/4oTCKlU
Advocacy works! After helping pass two pediatric bills, the Rubensteins are pushing for the #BRAINAct to improve survivorship care.
Get inspired by Libby’s story and join us at #Head2Hill this May to make your voice heard: https://bit.ly/4kWBr50
#medulloblastoma
🎽 Got into the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon or missed the lottery?
Run with NBTS’s Gray Nation Endurance team!
Enjoy team perks, support, and race day camaraderie. Spots are limited — apply now: https://braintumor.org/events/gray-nation-endurance/tcs-nyc-marathon-charity-runner-application/
Register now to join Katrina S. and hundreds of volunteer advocates from across the U.S. for Head to the Hill, May 3–5 in D.C.: BrainTumor.org/HeadToTheHill
🧠💪 Share your story & urge Congress to increase funding for research & pass legislation that serves the #braintumor community.
🩶 Brain Tumor Awareness Month is on the horizon, and we want to spotlight the stories of those impacted by #braintumors.
Your story might be the encouragement someone else is searching for during #GrayMay.
Share your story with us: https://bit.ly/4cW894E
📍Head to the Hill is Sun 5/3 to Tue, May 5 in Washington, D.C.: 2025 wins prove your advocacy works & we can’t stop now!
🎓 Scholarship apps due 3/10
🙋 Register by 4/6 — learn more at BrainTumor.org/HeadToTheHill
🏨 Book your hotel by 4/11 for both events
📍Race for Hope DC is Sun 5/3: Morning walk/run event raises funds and awareness
🙋Register by 5/3 (by 4/3 to reserve your tee!): braintumor.org/event/race-f...
🏨 Book your hotel by 4/11
Head to DC with NBTS for Brain Tumor Awareness Month!
📍Head to the Hill is Sun 5/3 to Tue, May 5 in Washington, D.C.: 2025 wins prove your advocacy works & we can’t stop now!
🎓 Scholarship apps due 3/10
🙋 Register by 4/6 — learn more at BrainTumor.org/HeadToTheHill
🏨 Book your hotel by 4/11 for both events
📍Head to the Hill is Sun 5/3 to Tue, May 5 in Washington, D.C.: 2025 wins prove your advocacy works & we can’t stop now!
🎓 Scholarship apps due 3/10
🙋 Register by 4/6 — learn more at BrainTumor.org/HeadToTheHill
🏨 Book your hotel by 4/11 for both events
📍Race for Hope DC is Sun 5/3: Morning walk/run event raises funds and awareness
🙋Register by 5/3 (by 4/3 to reserve your tee!): braintumor.org/event/race-f...
🏨 Book your hotel by 4/11
🌎 Can’t make it in person but want to participate in Race For Hope DC?
Go virtual—free registration lets you join the movement from anywhere.
Raise just $75 by April 3 to get a T-shirt mailed to you by event day.
Spring is almost here — and so is Race For Hope DC on May 3, 2026! 🏃♀️🩶
Join us for a family-friendly event to raise awareness, fund research, and meet others impacted by brain tumors.
👕 Register by April 3 to reserve a t-shirt: braintumor.org/event/race-f...
Ben M., a survivor with a grade 4 astrocytoma, uses his voice to make a difference through advocacy.
At Head to the Hill, he also found strength by connecting with the brain tumor community.
Will you join Ben and NBTS in Washington, D.C., this May: BrainTumor.org/HeadtotheHill
For 25 years, Students Supporting Brain Tumor Research has proudly partnered with NBTS, raising more than $1 million to advance critical brain tumor research.
On Feb 28, the community gathered in Scottsdale, Arizona, for another unforgettable Cure-a-thon. Thank you to all!
Full Proposal (invited): 8/3/26
Awarded: Dec 2026
PIs: MD, PhD, MD/PhD at U.S. nonprofits
Advocate collaboration required
Learn more & apply: BrainTumor.org/Funding
Questions: research@braintumor.org
NBTS seeks proposals for patient-centered research to improve outcomes & lived experience for people with primary brain & CNS malignant tumors—and their care partners.
🔬 Focus: Survivorship; Behavioral & Emotional Health
💰 Up to $200K (2 yrs)
📅 LOI: 4/13/26
📢 Now Open: 2026 Quality of Life Research Award RFP
