Community Member-Led Event

My mom, Hannah Leese, was diagnosed with glioblastoma in 2020. Glioblastoma is a highly malignant form of cancer that affects the brain and spinal cord. The five-year survival rate for glioblastoma patients is only 6.9 percent and there is currently no cure. Despite all odds and many obstacles over the last several years, Hannah is still here. I, among so many others, admire her for her strength, resilience, infectious positivity, humor, and ability to lead with love. 

Hannah is a huge fan of the Grateful Dead which inspired the idea for this benefit concert. Our goal is to raise money for the Glioblastoma Research Organization in a way that honors what my mom loves most, Grateful Dead music. The Glioblastoma Research Organization is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization raising awareness and funds for new global, cutting-edge research to find a cure for glioblastoma. The organization was established in 2018 and, to date, has provided support to doctors and researchers through eight fully funded projects at leading cancer centers. The GBMRO has also raised over $1.2M+ in the last few years and has partnered with GBM-related projects around the globe. 100% of the proceeds will go to this organization. We hope you can join us!