Sarcoma Cancer is a rare disease, often misdiagnosed, often afflicting children and young adults.
The Karen Wyckoff Sarcoma Foundation is dedicated to Sarcoma Cancer research, support and education...and the fight to find a cure.

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RIS Garage Sale - September 9 & 10 - Donate, Volunteer, Buy!

Posted Sat, 08/28/2010 - 13:56 by pete

Shoreview, Garage Sale

Our fifth annual Rein in Sarcoma Garage sale will be Thursday and Friday, September 9th and 10th at 3312 Richmond Avenue in Shoreview. Thanks to all that has been currently donated this may be our biggest Garage Sale ever!

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New RIS Merchandise - Support the Cause!

Posted Mon, 07/05/2010 - 14:15 by pete
Several new items at the Sunflower Shoppe at RIS 2010 on July 26th will feature the beauty of "The Lemon Queen," by acclaimed photographer and cancer survivor Greg Murphy. Items featuring this photo include commemorative T-Shirts in three colors (kiwi, butter yellow and chestnut brown), commemorative posters (both framed and unframed), coffee mugs and laminated bookmarks. Read more...

RIS Patient Starter Notebook Now Available

Posted Thu, 10/29/2009 - 17:47 by pete

The RIS Sarcoma Patient Starter Notebook is the definitive publication for newly diagnosed sarcoma patients.  This notebook provides support, hope, information and valuable resources. If you are a sarcoma patient or loved one and you live in the United States or North America you can order a free copy of the Notebook. Read more...

RIS Collaborates with GiveMN.org

Posted Sun, 11/22/2009 - 22:32 by pete

Rein in Sarcoma has joined with hundreds of other Minnesota non-profit organizations in the launch of the new GiveMN.org website and giving platform. Read More....

Fall Gathering Thoughts - "You Face Sarcoma"

Posted Wed, 11/11/2009 - 17:21 by pete

On a rainy October Sunday, the Oakwood room of the Clifton French Regional park was a warm and nurturing place to be. About 40 sarcoma survivors, loved ones and those who had lost someone to sarcoma came together in community to enjoy fall food, the versatile music, autumn crafts for the kids, and a discussion of the various stages of a sarcoma journey.  The discussion was led by Sarcoma survivor Christin Garcia.  Everyone in attendance felt comfortable sharing their unique yet common experiences as they battled sarcoma.  Read more....