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“A world where brain tumors no longer define lives, where every patient and family finds hope, courage, and support, and where the dream of a cure becomes a shared reality.”
Many SBTF Board members have been touched by a brain tumor diagnosis. As a result, each is dedicated to raising funds for our mission. Also, each member works diligently to provide support and outreach for those in the brain tumor community.
Your SBTF Board of Directors are diverse in background but all focused on the same outcome. We are patients, we are healthcare providers, we are caregivers, we are researchers, we are passionate. We work in a voluntary, unpaid capacity, and we are consumed with our mission to end brain tumors.
Our Primary Board is hands-on driving our mission forward whereas our Advisory Board members make connections and provide insight.
Kelly Turner is a member of the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation’s Board of Directors. She has been on the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation’s Board of Directors since 2012 and currently serves as our Board President since 2020.

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IT'S RACE DAY! 🏁 Today's the day — thank you for being part of Race for Research. Here's the full morning at Atlantic Station Green: 🕡 6:30 AM — Check-in & bib pickup opens 🕖 7:15 AM — Registration closes · Opening ceremony begins 🏃 7:40 AM — 5K & 1K begin 🧒 9:00 AM — Tot Trot 🏆 9:15 AM — Awards ceremony Visit sbtfrfr.com for directions and parking info. See you at the start line! #RaceForResearch #BrainTumorAwareness #RaceDay

We couldn't do this without you! 🙌 A huge THANK YOU to every sponsor and partner who made the 2026 Race for Research possible — presented by Trusted IOM, and so many more amazing organizations (see the full lineup above!). Because of you, every runner who crosses the finish line helps fund brain tumor research and support programs. Thank you for standing with SBTF. 💙 #RaceForResearch #ThankYouSponsors #BrainTumorAwareness

Race day is one week away. If you've been meaning to register for our Race for Research, this is your sign — the 5K, 1K, and Tot Trot are all still open, and Saturday, September 19 will be here before you know it. 🗓️Saturday, September 19, 2026 📍Atlantic Station Green, Atlanta 🔗 sbtf.org/race — link in bio #RaceForResearch #BrainTumorAwareness #Atlanta5K #AtlanticStation

Beat the race-morning line. 👟 Early packet pickup is open this coming week at three Big Peach Running Co. locations — swing by to grab your bib and shirt before the race. 🗓️ Mon 9/14 — Big Peach Brookhaven, 5–6:30pm 🗓️ Tue 9/15 — Big Peach Marietta (East Cobb), 5–6:30pm 🗓️ Wed 9/16 — Big Peach Suwanee, 5–6:30pm Thanks to Big Peach Running Co. for partnering with us on this! #RaceForResearch #Atlanta5K

Beat the price increase. ⏰ Early bird pricing ends Sunday, Sept 6, register now before rates go up. 5K, 1K, Tot Trot, or virtual — there's a way for everyone to take part in SBTF's Race for Research. 📍 Atlantic Station 📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026 🔗 Link in bio to register #RaceForResearch #BrainTumorAwareness #Atlanta5K #EarlyBird

We need you on Race Day. 🎗️ Race for Research runs on volunteers — handing out goodie bags, cheering at the finish line, keeping the water stations stocked, and making sure every runner, walker, and Tot Trot kid has the best morning possible. Shifts are open Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2026. Volunteer ages 14+, most shifts run 4 hours, and you'll get snacks, drinks, free parking, a goodie bag, and a race shirt. Sign up for select shifts (Friday and the early Saturday setup shift) and you also get free race registration plus a spot at the 7:15 AM start line. Swipe through to meet a few of last year's crew — link in bio to grab your shift, or visit sbtf.org/race-volunteer 👉 #RaceForResearch #SBTF #VolunteerAtlanta #BrainTumorAwareness #Atlanta5K

Take steps to end brain tumors. Race day at Atlantic Station is tailgate energy, team spirit, Tot Trot giggles, and a Wall of Honor for everyone we're running for — walk, jog, run, or skip it, every pace counts. ⏰ Early bird pricing ends Friday, September 5 — rates go up September 6. Lock in your spot for the 5K, 1K, or Tot Trot before then. 📍 Saturday, September 19, 2026 | Atlantic Station Green 🔗 Register now — link in bio — SBTF.org/race #RaceForResearch #SBTF #BrainTumorAwareness #Atlanta5K #AtlanticStation

"Always find gratitude in something. Because there's always something to be grateful for." CiCi's full story is on our site now. Link in bio. #AlwaysHoldOnToHope #BrainTumorAwareness

Ending brain tumors needs All of Us. 💙 Join us Sept 19 at Atlantic Station for the 26th annual Race for Research. Early-bird pricing ends soon — link in bio! sbtf.org/race #RaceForResearch #EndBrainTumors #Atlanta

Today is World Brain Day. More than 1.3 million Americans are living with a brain tumor, and every diagnosis changes a life forever. At the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation, we know that brain health means more than treatment. It means access to expert care, innovative research, supportive resources, and a community that walks alongside patients, survivors, caregivers, and families every step of the way. On World Brain Day, we honor everyone affected by brain tumors while renewing our commitment to: 🧠 Fund groundbreaking research 💙 Support patients and caregivers 🎗️ Raise awareness and advocate for better outcomes 🤝 Build a stronger brain tumor community Whether you're a survivor, caregiver, healthcare professional, donor, or advocate, you are part of this mission. How has the brain tumor community impacted your life? We'd love to hear your story in the comments. #WorldBrainDay #BrainTumorAwareness #BrainHealth #BrainTumorResearch #SBTF #TogetherWeCan #EndBrainTumors

Today is Glioblastoma Awareness Day 🧠 GBM is the most aggressive brain tumor there is with 5-year survival rates sitting at just 7%. That number is why we race. Join us Sept 19 at Atlantic Station for the SBTF Race for Research. Run it, walk it, or just show up for someone who can't. Link in bio to register 🔗 #GlioblastomaAwarenessDay #EndBrainCancer #RaceForResearch #BrainTumor #BrainTumorAwareness

Registration is open for the '26 Race for Research. Can we count on your support for the brain tumor community? Register at sbtf.org/race today! Early Bird discount ends soon. 🔗 Link in bio ➡️ sbtf.org/race #braintumor #braintumourresearch #braintumorawareness #running #runningcommunity

This Fourth of July, we celebrate freedom. 🇺🇸 And every day, our brain tumor community works toward another kind: freedom from the disease that touches so many lives. For 31 years, we have walked alongside patients, caregivers, and families, funding research and providing support so that one day, freedom from brain tumors becomes a reality for those we serve. Wishing our community a safe and joyful Fourth. Thank you for standing with us. #BrainTumorCommunity #TogetherWeWillFindACure #IndependenceDay

Lace Up for a Cure! 👟 The Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation’s 2026 Race for Research is officially open for registration!Come together with our amazing community on Saturday, September 19, at Atlantic Station Green. Whether you are a competitive runner looking for a Peachtree Road Race qualifier or looking to walk with family, we have a spot for you. 🔹 5K (Timed option is a Peachtree Qualifier!) 🔹 1K 🔹 Tot Trot for the kids Help us fund critical research and support families affected by brain tumors. Visit the link below to lock in your early-bird registration rate today! 👇 🌐 www.sbtfrfr.com (link in bio)

Tomorrow, we celebrate 31 years of community, hope, and courage. 🎂 Since 1995, the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation has walked alongside patients and caregivers, funding vital research and support programs. To mark this milestone, we are asking our supporters to give $31 today. Will you help us support the brain tumor community? 🔗 Donate here: sbtf.org/31for31 (link in bio) #SBTF #SupportHopeCourage #BrainTumorCommunity #TogetherWeWillFindACure

This Father’s Day, we’re thinking of the dads in our community. The fathers fighting a brain tumor diagnosis with courage. The dads who’ve become caregivers overnight. The families honoring a father they’ve lost. And the children who learned what strength looks like by watching their dad. Help us honor them. Share a name or a memory of a special dad in the comments below.

Every journey is different. Support Groups can help. Connect with us by email and get started: supportgroups@sbtf.org. #supportgroup #cancersupportgroup #caregiver #caregiversupport #braintumorsupport #sbtforg

Every sponsorship, partnership, and act of generosity is helping shape the upcoming SBTF Golf Invitational. ⛳💙 Thanks to our incredible sponsors, this event will bring people together for a day centered on community, awareness, and hope for those affected by brain tumors. Thank you for believing in this mission and helping us make a lasting impact before the first tee shot is even taken.

What if you could spend a day in the OR? One of this year's SBTF Golf Invitational auction items is a once-in-a-lifetime experience: shadowing Dr. Jay McCracken, neurosurgeon at the Piedmont Brain Tumor Center, during a real brain surgery. Bidding is open to anyone, and closes Monday at 3:00 PM ET. Every dollar supports brain tumor research and the families navigating a diagnosis. Bid: Link in bio or visit sbtf.org/golf-auction

The SBTF Golf Invitational silent auction is in its final stretch, and you don't have to play in the tournament to be part of it. Bidding is open to anyone. Still up for grabs: 🧠 A day shadowing a neurosurgeon during brain surgery 🏈 Atlanta Falcons memorabilia ⚾ Braves tickets behind the home dugout 🎶 Concert tickets at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre ✈️ Vacation packages + the Quail Hunt at Burge Club ⛳ Rounds of golf at exclusive Georgia clubs Every bid funds brain tumor research, patient support, and hope. ⏰ Closes Monday, June 8 at 3:00 PM ET 🔗 Bid: Link in bio or visit sbtf.org/golf-auction

The countdown to the SBTF Golf Invitational is on! ⛳🎉 A huge THANK YOU to the sponsors helping make this event possible. Your generosity, partnership, and community spirit are helping create a day filled with purpose and impact. Together, we're driving hope and making a difference for brain tumor patients and families. sbtfGOLF.com

⛳💙 As we prepare for the SBTF Golf Invitational, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible sponsors. Your support helps make this event possible and strengthens our mission to provide hope, support, and resources for brain tumor patients and families. We are grateful for your partnership and proud to have you standing with us as we tee up for an impactful day on the course.

TODAY- June 1st - is the last day to register for the SBTF Golf Invitational! Don't miss out on the opportunity to play the Golf Club of Georgia and support a great cause! Join us and chip in for brain tumors! sbtfGOLF.com

Looking to find the perfect Father's Day gift? Check out our silent auction! Watch a brain surgery, golf foursomes, coolers, Braves tickets, signed guitars, signed sports memorabilia and more! The auction is LIVE and closes 6/8/26 at our Golf Invitational. You do not have to be present to win, all bids are placed online. You will be contacted if you are the winning bid to receive your item.

Don't miss out! Last day to register is Monday, June 1st! sbtfGOLF.com

A successful tournament starts with strong community partners—and ours are the very best. 💙⛳ Thank you to the sponsors of the SBTF Golf Invitational for investing in more than a day of golf. Your support helps fuel patient programs, advocacy, awareness, and hope for those impacted by brain tumors. We are honored to have you standing with us. sbtfGOLF.com

Get registered to play at the Golf Club of Georgia today! sbtfGOLF.com

⛳💙 Thank you to our incredible sponsors for making the SBTF Golf Invitational such a meaningful and successful day! Your support goes far beyond the golf course. Because of your generosity, we are able to continue providing hope, support, and resources for brain tumor patients and families while advancing awareness and research. We are deeply grateful for your partnership and commitment to our mission. sbtfGOLF.com

As we prepare for the SBTF Golf Invitational, we are celebrating the businesses and organizations helping make it all possible! ⛳💙 To our sponsors—thank you for your generosity, leadership, and belief in the power of community. Your support helps bring hope and resources to brain tumor patients and families who need them most. We are proud to have you on our team and look forward to an incredible event together. sbtfGOLF.com

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We’re incredibly grateful to all of the sponsors who helped make the SBTF Golf Invitational such a success. Your support, generosity, and partnership made an unforgettable day possible on and off the course. Thank you for investing in our mission and helping us create meaningful impact through this event. We appreciate you! ⛳️🏌️‍♂️ sbtfGOLF.com

Ever wished you could play at the Golf Club of Georgia? Now is your chance!! Join us June 8th and chip in for brain tumors! sbtfGOLF.com

Living with or supporting someone with a brain tumor has taught me __________. 👇 Finish the sentence in the comments.

Putting contests, hole-in-one trip opportunities, air cannon, and more! Join us at the SBTF Golf Invitational at the Golf Club of Georgia! sbtfGOLF.com

Did you know there are over 120 different types of brain tumors? Each diagnosis is different, which is why awareness, research, and support are so important. 👇 What’s something you wish more people understood about brain tumors? Your voice helps raise awareness—and if you choose to support our work, you help us continue showing up for patients and families. Sbtf.org

Join us June 8th at the Golf Club of Georgia and chip in for brain tumors! sbtfGOLF.com

Each year, approximately 70,000-200,000 patients are diagnosed with brain metastases (metastatic brain tumors/secondary brain tumors), while approximately 100,000 will die every year as the result of brain metastases. Sbtf.org

Are you registered to play? Foursomes and individuals are welcome! SBTFgolf.com

Through our support groups, resources and events, YOU ARE NOT ALONE when facing a brain tumor diagnosis. sbtf.org

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