Florida-based Metro Diner donates over $145K to National Pediatric Cancer Foundation
Nov 12, 2019
The South Tampa location raised nearly $2,800 alone.
Recently, Metro Diner has done a lot more than just serve up fried chicken and omelets. Alongside the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, a nonprofit organization that funds research for clinical trials in order to help find a faster cure for childhood cancer, the Florida-based chain is helping change the fate of children diagnosed with cancer.
For the second year now, Metro Diner and the NPCF have teamed up in order to raise money in an effort to eliminate pediatric cancer, with the help of Metro Diner guests.
Throughout September, all Metro Diner locations gave guests the opportunity to round-up their check to the nearest dollar, in increments of either $1, $2, or $5. Nearly 80,000 customers contributed and all funds went directly to research, which can affect about 43 children per day, ultimately helping 15,780 children nationally.
Between the 71 diners nationwide, Metro Diner raised $145,303 during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, with the South Tampa location raising nearly raising $2,800 alone. The fat check was presented to NPCF on Wednesday, November 6.
Who knew a scoop of good karma would come as a side with a plate of chicken and waffles?
About National Pediatric Cancer Foundation
The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding and developing novel research and clinical trials to find less toxic, more effective treatments for childhood cancer. Our purpose is to reduce the side effects of current treatments, improve survival rates, and ultimately eliminate childhood cancer. NPCF is a nonprofit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Learn More at nationalpcf.org
September is National Childhood Awareness Month
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (CCAM) is recognized every September by childhood cancer organizations around the world.
With a goal to increase awareness and raise funds for those affected by childhood cancer, the American Childhood Cancer Organization encourages everyone to Go Gold® during September in honor and in memory of kids with cancer!