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9/14: Shining Stars Gala to Raise MUSC Pediatric Cancer Funds

Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Sweetgrass Inn at Wild Dunes Resort help raise critical funds for pediatric cancer research. Photo: Mix 95.9/McConnell Foundation

9/14: Shining Stars Gala to Raise MUSC Pediatric Cancer Funds

When
Sep 14th, 2024
6:00pm - 11:00pm
Where
5757 Palm BoulevardIsle of PalmsSC29451

Shine Like a Star to Raise Funds for MUSC Pediatric Cancer Research
Saturday, Sept. 14 | Sweetgrass Inn at Wild Dunes Resort

It’s the third annual Shining Stars Gala, a Hollywood-themed black-tie event dedicated to honoring children battling cancer.

Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Sweetgrass Inn at Wild Dunes Resort help raise critical funds for pediatric cancer research. The Gala includes dinner, dancing, drinks, and live and silent auctions.

Proceeds benefit the pediatric cancer research lab at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) led by Dr. Jacqueline Kraveka. Her lab is one of two in South Carolina dedicated exclusively to pediatric cancer research.

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