Angels Among Us

04/13/2026

Are you visiting from out of town for next weekend's Angels Among Us? Sign up to stop by our Meet 'N' Greet on Friday night! Mingle with Duke staff, planning committee members, and other Angels attendees while enjoying light refreshments before heading out to dinner. It's sure to be a great way to kick off this annual celebration of HOPE!

04/12/2026

We couldn't agree more, Clara! If you haven't registered yet, there's still time. We hope you'll join us on April 25 for a party day of love, support, and community.

04/11/2026

Two weeks from today, we'll be together again celebrating HOPE, brain tumor warriors, and the loved ones who care so deeply for them! We cannot wait to see you and have so many fun things in store this year. Will we see you there?

04/10/2026

“Twenty-five years later, I am still doing the 5K...Seeing the number of survivors who participate each year is powerful. It is something that is important to our family, and it has been meaningful to watch the event grow over time.”

Brian shares his inspirational story of gratitude, hope, and community, thanks to his medical team at the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke.

“Twenty-five years later, I am still doing the 5K,” Brian said. “Seeing the number of survivors who participate each year is powerful. It is something that is important to our family, and it has been meaningful to watch the event grow over time.”

04/10/2026

Thank you to Duke Auxiliary for sponsoring Angels again this year!

04/07/2026

Thank you to Team Pink Penguin for sponsoring our certified 5K race again this year! We can't wait to see this fun team return this year. Make sure to give them a high five when you see them on April 25!

04/01/2026

Our Silent Auction is live, so let the bidding begin! We have over 100 items for all ages - each benefiting the Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke. Browse through fun and relaxing getaways, jewelry, children's toys, original artwork, premium wine, and more! Visit the Silent Auction: https://one.bidpal.net/2026angelsauction

03/30/2026

We truly celebrate our doctors at the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke every day, but certainly hope they feel extra love today. Happy National Doctors' Day to all the Tisch Brain Tumor Center doctors who work tirelessly for thousands of brain tumor patients day in and day out!

03/26/2026

Dr. David Ashley, Director of the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke will be returning to Australia to become the CEO of the Victoria Comprehensive Cancer Center Alliance (VCCC Alliance). He will retain an Adjunct faculty position in The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center, creating an international platform for joint studies to treat children and adults with brain tumors. In essence, this means that THE SUN NEVER SETS ON The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke Health. We will miss Dr. Ashley, but are grateful that we are able to expand our platform for future studies!

03/19/2026

Kick your weekend off early with a fun evening of live music TONIGHT. Purchase tickets below and join Team Tumornators and Play It Forward Band at The Blue Note Grill. All proceeds benefit brain cancer research at the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke. https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/42596523/play-it-forwardtisch-brain-tumor-center-at-duke-durham-the-blue-note-grill

03/14/2026

Just a few Saturdays stand between us and a celebration of HOPE! We’re so looking forward to seeing each of you next month. Now is the time to push towards the fundraising finish line for your team, purchase honor signs in honor of your most-loved brain tumor warriors, and secure a spot in the Team Zone. We’re here to help set your team up for success, so let us know how we can help!

03/09/2026

We are excited to introduce the Story Station at this year's Angels Among Us! This is not only a place to encourage and celebrate patients, but also share encouragement, hope, and support for caregivers and loved ones. We are all in this together, and everyone affected by a brain tumor diagnosis deserves the hope and encouragement that the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke offers!