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Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance, Inc. Our mission is to provide hope and support to brain tumor patients and caregivers, while advancing brain tumor awareness, quality of care, and research.

A brain tumor diagnosis often means repeated trips for tests, specialist visits, and treatment. It can also mean missed ...
10/26/2026

A brain tumor diagnosis often means repeated trips for tests, specialist visits, and treatment. It can also mean missed work and trouble keeping up with rent, groceries, and utility bills. Connecticut businesses can help by sponsoring CTBTA, which funds patient transport, grants for daily living costs, and pediatric and adult brain tumor research. Pick the part of our work that fits your values, and tell your customers why you chose it.

https://www.ctbta.org/news/blog/elevate-local-brand-trust-by-funding-vital-patient-transport-and-care-grants

Last month we had the privilege of supporting the CT Brain Tumor Alliance at their September 17th event — and we’re stil...
10/09/2026

Last month we had the privilege of supporting the CT Brain Tumor Alliance at their September 17th event — and we’re still feeling grateful for the experience. 💙

Events like this are a powerful reminder of why community matters. The CT Brain Tumor Alliance does incredible work supporting patients, families, and caregivers navigating one of the most challenging diagnoses imaginable — and being even a small part of that is something our team doesn’t take lightly.

To everyone who came out, volunteered, donated, and showed up for this cause — thank you. You made it something special.

And to the patients and families at the heart of this work — we see you. We stand with you. 💙

Learn more about the CT Brain Tumor Alliance and how you can support their mission at ctbta.org.

We are proud to support the activation of a new Phase II clinical trial at Yale Cancer Center for patients with recurren...
10/09/2026

We are proud to support the activation of a new Phase II clinical trial at Yale Cancer Center for patients with recurrent glioblastoma: Sacituzumab Govitecan in Recurrent Glioblastoma.

Dr. Nicholas Blondin serves as a National Co-Principal Investigator for this study.

“Sacituzumab Govitecan is a new form of cancer treatment, known as an antibody-drug conjugate,” said Dr. Blondin. “The antibody specifically targets cancer cells, allowing for the linked drug molecule to selectively kill cancer cells and spare normal cells in the body. This drug is FDA-approved to treat advanced breast cancer, and due to promising preliminary research, we believe it could also be a breakthrough treatment in glioblastoma.”

Yale Cancer Center received funding support from the Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance (CTBTA), allowing for study activation for patients at Smilow Cancer Hospital.

“We are proud to support this clinical trial at Yale,” said Chris Cusano, CEO of the CTBTA. “Glioblastoma remains a very challenging cancer to treat effectively, and we are hopeful that new treatment strategies such as Sacituzumab Govitecan will help patients survive longer and maintain a good quality of life.”

Supporting innovative research and expanding access to promising clinical trials is an important part of our mission. We are grateful to our donors and supporters who make investments like this possible and help advance new treatment options for the brain tumor community.

Together, we are funding hope and advancing the fight against brain tumors.

Going back to school after pediatric brain tumor treatment is more than a return to class. Fatigue shows up right away, ...
09/23/2026

Going back to school after pediatric brain tumor treatment is more than a return to class. Fatigue shows up right away, and memory and focus changes from radiation can appear months or even years later. A 504 plan for extra time and rest breaks, a part-time schedule at first, and one school contact who tracks progress can help your child recover without falling behind. Our guide covers 504 plans vs. IEPs, home tutoring, modified PE, and helping kids reconnect with classmates.

https://www.ctbta.org/news/blog/how-to-navigate-school-re-entry-plans-after-pediatric-radiation-therapy

WE DID IT - $1 MILLION!Together, we’ve reached an incredible milestone: $1 million in revenue raised through Brainstormi...
09/22/2026

WE DID IT - $1 MILLION!

Together, we’ve reached an incredible milestone: $1 million in revenue raised through Brainstormin’ since its inception in 2014.

This milestone belongs to everyone who has supported this event and the Connecticut brain tumor community along the way - our donors, sponsors, volunteers, performers, families, survivors and friends. Thank you for believing in this mission.

And we’re not done yet!

Online donations will continue to be accepted through the end of September if you’d like to help us keep the momentum going.

Your support will continue to make a difference for the local brain tumor community through vital research projects, patient outreach, and patient assistance funds, all providing hope and support to those impacted by brain tumors right here in Connecticut.

$1 million down. So much more to do!

09/22/2026

What a night!

Together, we raised $166,480 at Playing for the Cure: Brainstormin’ 2026, bringing us just $908 away from $1 million raised through Brainstormin’.

From the incredible performances by brain tumor survivors Jeremy Goldsmith, Eric Finland and Alex Cohen, joined by Jay Stollman, to DJ Miles Elliot, to celebrating this year’s June Rice Courage Award and Heart of Care honorees, the night was a reminder of what makes this community so special.

Most of all, it was a night about community - patients, survivors, families, friends, doctors, caregivers, supporters, sponsors and volunteers all coming together for a common purpose.

Thank you to everyone who helped make Brainstormin’ 2026 such a memorable night. We’re incredibly grateful for your support.

Take a look back at the night in our highlight reel!

And we’re not quite finished yet. Donations remain open through September, and we look forward to reaching this incredible milestone together.

TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT!The tables are being set. The prizes are ready. The honorees are excited. The performers are ready. ...
09/17/2026

TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT!

The tables are being set. The prizes are ready. The honorees are excited. The performers are ready.

And we’re getting ready to welcome YOU to BRAINSTORMIN’!

Tonight isn’t just about having a great time.

It’s about coming together as a community to support brain tumor patients and families and help create hope for what comes next.

And there’s something extra special about tonight…

Since Brainstormin’ began, this incredible event has generated nearly $1 MILLION in revenue. Tonight, we have a chance to reach that $1 MILLION milestone together!

Every ticket, donation, and dollar helps us get there and helps CTBTA continue supporting the Connecticut brain tumor community. Link in bio!

TONIGHT - SEPTEMBER 17
Doors open at 6:00pm
New England Brewing Company, Branford, CT

Tickets will be available at the door! Bring your friends, bring your energy and come be part of an incredible night for the brain tumor community.

We’ll see you TONIGHT!

Can we come together and raise $5,000 before Brainstormin’ begins Thursday night? For the next 72 hours, we’re inviting ...
09/14/2026

Can we come together and raise $5,000 before Brainstormin’ begins Thursday night?

For the next 72 hours, we’re inviting our community to help us reach this goal - one donation, one share and one act of support at a time!

Every dollar helps support the Connecticut brain tumor community with patient care, support and hope.

Let’s rally together and fill the thermometer! Donate today and help us reach $5,000!

THIS is why we Brainstorm.Behind every brain tumor diagnosis is a person.A family.Friends.Caregivers.And a community sea...
09/13/2026

THIS is why we Brainstorm.

Behind every brain tumor diagnosis is a person.

A family.

Friends.

Caregivers.

And a community searching for answers, support and hope.

The Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance exists to make sure those facing a brain tumor diagnosis don’t have to navigate that journey alone.

When you attend Brainstormin’, you’re doing much more than enjoying a night out.

You’re helping us continue supporting the brain tumor community and the fight for a future with better treatments, and ultimately, a cure.

Brainstormin’ is THIS THURSDAY!

Join us! Bring a friend. Help us make an impact.

Link in bio for tickets and donations!

🧠 5 DAYS UNTIL BRAINSTORMIN’! 🩶The countdown is officially ON!Join the Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance this Thursday fo...
09/12/2026

🧠 5 DAYS UNTIL BRAINSTORMIN’! 🩶

The countdown is officially ON!

Join the Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance this Thursday for Brainstormin’ - an evening of hope, fun, community, music, and fundraising, all in support of those impacted by brain tumors.

Every ticket purchased, every raffle entered and every dollar raised helps CTBTA continue its mission of supporting patients and families while advancing the fight against brain tumors.

📅 Thursday, September 17
🩶 Benefiting the CTBTA

Grab your friends. Make your plans. And come Brainstorm with us!

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://ctbta.rallybound.org/brainstormin-2026/Donate/Tickets

Can’t attend? You can still be part of the impact by making a donation.

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06137

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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