Moments of Hope
October 7th, 2021
5pm PT / 8pm ET
What to Expect
An interactive social hour and program where you can video chat with other guests in real-time followed by a fun, virtual party featuring patient stories, games, and a live auction
How You Will Make an Impact
Your donations contribute to all three of Mission: Cure’s core programs designed to dramatically improve the lives of all pancreatitis warriors
Finding a Cure
We are advancing new research and clinical studies for genetically-driven pancreatitis. With your support, we are closer than ever to finding effective treatments.
Improving Patient Care
Mission: Cure is reimagining clinical care to drive measurable improvement in patient outcomes and experience for individuals suffering from chronic and recurrent acute pancreatitis.
Providing Patient Education
Our patient education program inspires and engages patients and caregivers across the globe with accessible, high-value tools to effectively manage their disease.
Platinum Sponsors
Aaron & Nancy Marcus
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Supporting Sponsors
Special Thank You
About Us
MISSION
Beginning with chronic pancreatitis, we are committed to advancing new therapies and accelerating cures—within ten years.
VISION
We envision a world where all people dealing with complex or chronic illnesses have access to high quality care and lifesaving treatments.
WHO WE SERVE
We serve patients & communities affected by recurrent acute and chronic pancreatitis. Our impact extends to disease research and development and improved healthcare, applying innovative financing models to accelerate new therapies and cures that will measurably improve patients’ lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The first 50 minutes will be a social hour hosted on Remo. During the social hour, you’ll be able to “drop in” on a table of your choice. Tables will be labeled according to Table Captain’s names, but no one is restricted to stay at one table. Feel free to move around, say hi, and make new friends. During the social hour, you will see others and be seen by others (unless you choose to not enable your camera).
- After the social hour, we’ll provide you with a link to our YouTube Live event. During this event, you will not be seen by anyone. You can still participate in the YouTube chat.
- During the event, we will have games, a live auction, patient stories, and awards.
Will the event be entirely online?
- Yes! We have patients, family members, and supporters from all over the globe and a virtual event accommodates the most people at once. We’re happy to answer any questions about accessibility, registration, or event logistics: info@mission-cure.org
Do I have to register to attend?
- Yes. If you don’t register your email, you will not be able to receive event correspondence that includes important information like your unique bidding link, Remo link, or the YouTube Live link.
Do I have to donate to attend?
- No, the party is free to attend! However, donations are strongly encouraged. All proceeds help us get one step closer to finding a cure for pancreatitis.
How does the referral system work?
- The people who get the most people to attend by September 26th will receive a special gift box as a thank you for helping us make this the biggest pancreas party of the year.
Mariel Priven is a rising junior at Tufts University majoring in Community Health and pursuing minors in Economics and Latin American Studies. Mariel is passionate about health equity, journalism, and learning languages. She joined Mission: Cure to contribute to its goals of developing effective patient-centered care and improving the lives of those with pancreatitis.
Emmanuel Oshodi is a student at the University of Rochester, where he majors in Microbiology and minors in Psychology. Currently residing in New York, Emmanuel joined Mission: Cure as an intern to help bring more attention to chronic pancreatitis through research. He is passionate about equality in patient care and clinical trials as he strives to ensure all patients receive appropriate care regardless of their background.
Julia Anne Chan is a rising second-year graduate student at UC Berkeley’s School of Public Health. Her concentration is in Health Policy and Management. She obtained her undergraduate degree from UCLA with a B.A. in English Literature. She was working at The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center at UCLA for a little over 7 years before switching gears to pursue her graduate degree. Her background includes project management, insurance and healthcare administration. She is passionate about health equity, affordability and patient-centered care models. Julia is eager and excited to work with Mission: Cure this summer and looks forward to what this experience may bring.
Alexander Kim is a rising senior Communications and Media major at the University of Michigan. Alex is particularly interested in utilizing the photographic medium with graphic design in bettering communication and information translation between organizations and mass audiences in the hope of more ethical and inclusive advertising. When not at work, Alex enjoys going to jazz clubs and playing the acoustic guitar.
Nathalie Rataj has been a communications intern at Mission: Cure since spring 2021, and will continue working alongside the Communications Coordinator during the summer. She holds a Bachelor of Cultural and Social Anthropology from the University of Vienna and is currently pursuing a Master in International Relations at Central European University in Vienna, Austria.
Leo Caronchi is a current 10th grader at Naples High School and will be moving up to 11th grade next year. He is interested in computer science and engineering. Leo joined Mission Cure because he wants to learn more about pancreatitis and prepare himself for the future.
