Join Us in Honoring Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with Tough2gether Foundation

This September, we proudly stand with the Tough2gether Foundation to raise awareness and critical support for children battling devastating brain tumors like DIPG (Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma) and DMG (Diffuse Midline Glioma).

Tough2gether is a lifeline for families facing the unimaginable—offering answers, access to care, emotional support, and hope when it’s needed most.


September 1st: Make It More Than Just a Meal

Order from Panda Express online using code 9005743 on Monday, September 1st, and make your meal count.

🍱 28% of your order will go directly to the Tough2gether Foundation, helping families navigate life-altering diagnoses, access clinical trials, and receive emotional and financial support.


How You Can Help

🍽️ Order with Purpose

  • When: Monday, September 1st

  • Where: Panda Express online

  • Code: 9005743

  • Impact: 28% of proceeds support Tough2gether’s mission.

💛 Support Year-Round

Your impact doesn’t have to stop in September. Tough2gether:

  • Builds nurse navigator programs for newly diagnosed families

  • Streamlines access to clinical trials and cutting-edge care

  • Hosts the DIPG/DMG National Brain Tumor Board

  • Advocates for smarter policies and increased research funding


Gold September: It’s Just Beginning

All month long, GOLD SEPTEMBER brings you new ways to support. From local businesses to national campaigns, stay tuned for more opportunities to help families, fund research, and spread awareness.


Why Tough2gether?

This is more than a foundation—it’s a movement built by families who’ve lived this fight. Co-founded by Lisa Ward, whose son Jace courageously battled DIPG, Tough2gether turns personal tragedy into powerful advocacy and support.

They provide:

  • 💬 Emotional and financial support: travel, housing, end-of-life care, grief counseling

  • 🔧 Innovative tools: MyDIPGNavigator.org, the BrainStorm Summit, and the DDRFA (DIPG/DMG Research Funding Alliance)


Join the Circle That Creates Change

Every action counts. Here’s how you can get involved:

Order from Panda Express on September 1st using code 9005743
Visit Tough2gether.org to learn more, donate, or volunteer
Support families with your time, voice, or resources
Share the message and help grow the circle of awareness and hope


💛 Together, we’re Tough2gether.

EVENT DETAILS

Venue: Panda Express
Date: 2025-09-01
Start Time: 11:00