20th BEATLEukemia Ball Kickoff Party

 

The BeatLeukemia Ball

 

The BeatLeukemia Ball, features the music of the Fab Four as they perform your favorite Beatles songs! Join in virtually on May 8, 2021, for an evening of music and philanthropy. All money raised will support Patient Aid and Research programs to bring hope to patients of all ages all over Texas, as Leukemia Texas tries to find a cure and BeatLeukemia!

The signature event returns this Spring with the same great music, raffle, auction, and programming that you’ve grown to love over the last 18 years. This time you can join the festivities from wherever your smart device takes you! Tickets to the live stream start at $15, and to re-watch the show later your $25 ticket will make that happen. The Video On Demand will be available to watch from May 9th through May 22, 2021.

BeatLeukemia Ball 2021 | Leukemia Texas

Leukemia Texas 6th Annual Concert for a Cure

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Jordan Spieth Family Foundation Supports Texas Families Facing Pediatric Cancer

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. Eighty (80) additional pediatric leukemia patients across Texas will receive financial support in 2018 through a major gift from the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation. Leukemia Texas patients ages 18 and under in Dallas, Austin, Houston and San Antonio will directly benefit from this partnership. The funds given by the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation will not only help cover the cost of treatment, but go toward prescription costs, travel to medical appointments and many other life-saving needs, providing a bit of hope in a time of uncertainty.

“From day one, we have pursued organizations that put support directly into the hands of those that need it. Leukemia Texas shares this mission, and has made this a possibility for us,” said Annie Verret. “While we cannot imagine what a family goes through when facing something as awful as this type of diagnosis, we do know that financial strain should be the least of their worries. This grant allows the JSFF to assist so many families when they likely need it most, and we are humbled to assist Leukemia Texas in their great work.”

Last year, Leukemia Texas supported close to 500 families in Texas battling leukemia. This gift from the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation will ensure that an additional 80 families will receive funds this year. “This incredible gift to Leukemia Texas will help relieve the financial burden and offset the cost of treatment,” said Mandy O’Neill, CEO of Leukemia Texas, “but most importantly send a message of optimism and strength when it is needed most. We are so grateful for this partnership with the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation and their trust in our important mission."

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Leukemia Texas 4th Annual Concert for a Cure

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10th Annual Beat Leukemia Ball

The Fab Four does it again at the 10^th Annual BeatLeukemia Ball
presented by McGladrey benefiting LeukemiaTexas

The Trinity Ballroom at the Omni Hotel Dallas was packed as guests visited with friends during the reception, enjoyed a fabulous dinner, and never left the dance floor with The Fab Four at the 10^th annual BeatLeukemia Ball presented by McGladrey benefiting LeukemiaTexas.

The air was filled with excitement as guests entered the ballroom to the sounds of the Highland Park High School string quartet, posed on the red carpet in front of the Hollywood backdrop, and were treated to cocktails and hors d’ouervres.

For those who don’t know, The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute to The Beatles! is the spectacular musical show for which The BeatLeukemiaBall is renowned and patrons look forward to every year.  

Jay Cresswell, Assistant Program Director, 98.7 KLUV, and Roger Hendren, LeukemiaTexas Board President welcomed guests and explained how meaningful donations are to those who suffer with this sometimes fatal disease. Donations in any amount are always welcome as guests were directed to the tall donation tower, lit from inside with the LeukemiaTexas logo, making a striking presence and visited often by donors.

They were followed by Honorary Chair and Retired Southwest Airlines Captain, Dick East who shared his story of losing is daughter Muffy to leukemia close to 30 years ago. Captain East emphasized the importance of continuing the fight against leukemia and remaining dedicated to the LeukemiaTexas mission.

Following Captain East, Keith and Jude Cobler joined the stage to share 8 year old Jude’s story with leukemia. After the audience was inspired by this young boy’s courage and determination, LeukemiaTexas representatives surprised Jude and his father with a patient aid check for $1,000.

To find out more about the ball or LeukemiaTexas, please visit www.beatleukemia.org or call LeukemiaTexas at 214-265-7393. 

Melissa and Travis Kling 

Ret. SWA Captain Dick East and a LeukemiaTexas patient painting

 LeukemiaTexas patient Jude Cobler singing on stage with the Beatles

Guests dancing with The Fab Four

LeukemiaTexas appoints new CEO, Mandy Hamilton-O'Neill

LeukemiaTexas, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting the life-threatening blood cancer of leukemia through research and patient aid, recently appointed Mandy Hamilton-O’Neill as Chief Executive Officer.

Before joining LeukemiaTexas, Mandy worked nearly 15 years in the nonprofit sector, leading small and large non-profits, such as the American Heart Association and MADD, focusing on education, health, equality, and victim’s rights. She has been responsible for executing stimulating programs and substantial revenue generation to exceed organizational goals across the country which has resulted in close to $20 million dollars for these organizations.

“I am honored to lead an organization whose mission is so critical, financially supports patients in our great state, and has a dedicated team who works daily to eradicate this disease,” Mandy said. “For close to half a century, LeukemiaTexas has been the leader in improving the lives of those with leukemia and supporting research in Texas and we will continue to champion our cause.”

Mandy currently serves her community as a member of the Women’s Auxiliary of Children’s Medical Center of Dallas, a member of the Auxiliary of the Genesis Women’s Shelter, volunteer for the Kilgore College Rangerette Alumni organization, an official ambassador for the American Stroke Association, a certified Victim Advocate for MADD, and a Big Sister in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. In 2008, Mandy was selected as one of Dallas’ 10 most beautiful women by D Magazine, who also quoted her as “a non-profit’s dream,” noting her appreciation and love to give back.

Mandy is a member of many professional organizations, including the Association of Fundraising Professionals and National Association of Female Executives.

The BeatLeukemia Ball

Saturday, November 13

Hilton Anatole

Join us for an evening of fine dining, fun dancing and fabulous entertainment to benefit LeukemiaTexas Research and Patient Aid. The evening kicks off at 6:30pm with a cocktail reception, followed by a seated dinner. Then get ready for a spectacular musical show starring The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute to The Beatles! As the world’s #1 tribute to the #1 recording artist of all time, these Las Vegas headliners have thrilled over 1 million fans on 5 continents with their extraordinary recreation of the sights and sounds that transcended a generation to become legend. The BeatLeukemia Ball is a truly wonderful way to celebrate with family, friends, or business associates - and help beat leukemia! Register online here. For more information, please call LeukemiaTexas at 214-265-7393 or email info@LeukemiaTexas.org.

LeukemiaTexas Golf Classic

What better way to spend an afternoon than with great friends and great golf in support of a great cause!

The 15th annual LeukemiaTexas Golf Classic will be held Monday, September 20, 2010 at Cowboys Golf Club in Grapevine.

All proceeds remain in Texas to benefit the life saving research and patient aid programs of LeukemiaTexas.

12:00 noon - Registration and lunch

1:00pm - Tournament play begins

6:00pm - Awards Dinner

Dinner will feature very special contest prizes and raffle and auction items. Best of all, you’ll be on the winning team to beat leukemia!

Texas Oncology, devoted exclusively to cancer treatment and research, is the Title Sponsor of the LeukemiaTexas Golf Classic. As a pioneer in community-based cancer care with more than 300 physicians and 100 sites of service, Texas Oncology provides care to more Texans with cancer than any other cancer care provider.

For more information about the LeukemiaTexas Golf Classic, please call 214-265-7393 or email us.