The National Pancreas Foundation provides hope for those suffering from pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer through funding cutting edge research, advocating for new and better therapies, and providing support and education for patients, caregivers, and health care professionals.
NPF raises and directs funds to support exemplary research projects in the field of pancreas disease
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Medical provider educational information and opportunities
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Gain insight and instruction from renowned pancreas specialists at the 15th Annual Fellows Symposium in 2021
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The NPF National Office is excited to announce the Inaugural NPF National Virtual “Rocking Party” Gala & Fundraiser on Saturday, January 30, 2021, from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (EST).
Entertainment for the Gala will be a performance by rock legend Peter Frampton whose hits include “Do You Feel Like We Do” and “Show Me the Way.” The Gala will feature the Inaugural Legacy Awards honoring clinicians’ career achievements in the field of pancreas disease. These first-time awards will honor Dr. Peter Banks and Dr. Bill Go. An additional Legacy Award will be featured for volunteerism. The evening will also feature the launch of Camp Hope, a pediatric pancreatitis summer camp, as well as additional testimonials from patients and celebrities.
NPF will be using GathR, a start-of-the art-technology platform. “Out Of Our Minds Creative Services” will be providing creative and production expertise for NPF’s Gala. They have worked with talent such as Justin Bieber, Prince, KISS, Jay Z, Ariana Grande, Bob Seger, and the Silver Bullet Band, George Benson, The Band Perry, and Chris Brown.
Sponsorship packages will range from $50,000 to $500 and individual tickets $25. For additional information, please click HERE.
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