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Robert Connor Dawes Foundation

Inspired by a big heart and brain, the RCD Foundation was created in June 2013 in the memory of Robert ‘Connor’ Dawes. Who, at just 18 years of age, lost his 16-month battle with brain cancer. Now, the foundation works tirelessly to support brain projects in the areas of research, care and development – to fund the science to end brain cancer and support patients in the meantime. This involves contributing funds to brain tumor research, supporting patients with at-home rehabilitation including music and yoga therapy, as well as development initiatives that inspire the next generation of brain cancer practitioners and researchers.

Co-Funded Projects

Project Title Institutions Co-Funder(s)
Dissecting Microenvironmental Interactions in Pediatric High-Grade Gliomas that Promote Tumor Growth Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Northwestern Mutual Foundation, Robert Connor Dawes Foundation