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Are you originally from the Charlotte area?  I am originally from Augusta Georgia, and have lived in Charlotte since 1998.   What is your profession? I am a Children's Discipleship Coordinator for my church.I work with inner-city and at-risk youth. How long have you been involved with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, and what is your ...

On Nov. 13, the second World Pancreatic Cancer Day, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s Wage Hope logo was prominently featured on the rear and side windows of Alexis DeJoria’s 10,000-horsepower Patrón XO Cafe Incendio Toyota Camry Funny Car, in an effort to raise awareness for pancreatic cancer. “My father’s ...

On Nov. 4, we partnered with one of our industry champions, Celgene, to host a briefing on pancreatic cancer at the Michigan state house. With the help of our advocates, we were able to recruit dozens of Michigan legislators and their staff to attend the briefing, where they learned more about the disease and how clinical trials are impacting pancreatic ...

This giving society includes PurpleStride donors, too! Your incredible commitment and “dot-connecting” power has brought many generous donors to the organization, and we are thrilled to welcome them as Charter Members of Partners in Progress.   Members receive enhanced access and information. This is a separate program from ...

  Rick Leonard joined our staff at the national office this past August as Vice President, Chief Development Officer. He came to us from City of Hope, a leading cancer hospital and research facility based in Duarte, outside Los Angeles, where he served as Associate Vice President, Development for many years. Inside Track recently sat down with Rick to ...