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Ready to Keep Punching?

Volunteer The Keep Punching Board recently met to plan for upcoming events and to determine the next best steps to continue meeting our mission of supporting brain cancer patients and their families, caregivers, and healthcare providers.  We are thrilled to be growing and invite you to join us in our efforts. Right now we are […]

Beyond “You Look Great”: What Young Adults With Brain Cancer Want You to Understand

Young adults living with brain cancer are constantly trying to find peace while also navigating immense pressure from the outside world—to stay positive, to inspire others, to appear resilient, or to somehow make their illness more comfortable for those around them.

"Cancer is not something to win."

Together We Made a Difference!

Thank you for helping make the 13th Annual Keep Punching 5K & Walk such an incredible and inspiring day. Seeing our community come together in support of families facing brain cancer reminded us once again of the power of hope, compassion, and connection. Together, we raised an incredible $74,239 to help us continue our mission to support […]

"This year’s race was especially meaningful as we honored the memory of Kara Hammann. We were deeply touched by the outpouring of support and the many people who gathered to celebrate her life and legacy."

Recognizing Keep Punching Board Member

A childhood cancer survivor, Christian Chan turned his own experience into a lifelong commitment to helping others fight cancer, bringing heart, resilience, and purpose to everything he does. He has been a dedicated member of the Keep Punching family, driven by his vision to help knock brain cancer out for the count.

"His leadership and lived experience have made a lasting impact on our community."

Cyclist Raises over $15,000 for Keep Punching

Glenn Hirsch, at age 75, cycled over 400 miles along the Natchez Trace Parkway in support of Keep Punching and in memory of his son-in-law, Shahak Nagiel, who had glioblastoma.

Ulman Foundation & Keep Punching Announce Strategic Partnership

A strategic move to unify the Baltimore community in the fight against brain cancer, focusing on expanded patient aid and resource accessibility.

"The collaboration will fund a full-time patient navigator for brain cancers."

Keep Punching to Knock Out Brain Cancer

"Every step I take I am just going to be thinking about what I can do for people that have the same diagnosis."

Runners and Walkers Turn Out for Keep Punching 5K

"More than $25,000 was raised to fight brain cancer"

University of Maryland School of Medicine Grant

Keep Punching funded Dr. Mark Mishra at the University of Maryland Medical Center for a 5 year grant for a combined total of $25,000. The study is focused on preferences for reducing adverse events following brain irradiation.

Sunday Series: Keep Punching

"They say it takes a village to raise a child, it takes that same village when a family is in pain, providing love and support so desperately needed to seem them through."