2024 Lunar New Year Banquet Benefiting The Cure Starts Now: Year of the Dragon

The Cure Starts Now— Houston Chapter celebrates the Lunar New Year at Fung's Kitchen on February 10, 2024 presented by Dr. Cynthia Woo and Mayor Andrew Chan. Embracing the spirit of the Year of the Dragon with an eight-course traditional Chinese dinner, the banquet features Chinese culinary delights and culture; the entertainment will be an energetic performance by the Unity Lion and Dragon Troupe, live auction, and silent auction. This evening is held in honor of Nicole Lee and Lara Pasi, two little girls who bravely fought DIPG until they earned their angel wings.

Guiding us through the evening will be the talented Emmy Award–winning journalist Miya Shay, with ABC 13. Our honored keynote speaker for the event is Brooke Desserich, cofounder of The Cure Starts Now and coauthor of the bestseller Notes Left Behind detailing her daughter Elena’s battle with DIPG. This enchanting evening promises to be a celebration of joy, community, and hope, bringing together supporters and advocates for a common cause.

Highlights of the Event:

• Eight-course Traditional Chinese Dinner
• Unity Lion and Dragon Troupe Performance
• Keynote Speaker: Brooke Desserich
• Live and Silent Auctions

The Houston Hearts of Gold Chapter is committed to making a difference in the fight against pediatric brain cancer. This event aims to raise awareness and funds to support groundbreaking research at institutions like MD Anderson and Texas Children’s Hospital.

For more information about the Lunar New Year Banquet, contact Althea Lee at althea.lee@thecurestartsnow.org. Connect with us on our website and social media platforms to stay updated on this inspiring event.

Founded in 2007, The Cure Starts Now has become a global force in the fight against pediatric brain cancer. With 40 chapters worldwide, the foundation has raised $32 million to support groundbreaking research. The Houston Hearts of Gold Chapter is proud to be part of this initiative, working towards a “Homerun” cure for cancer.