Thank you for visiting the Young Associates Board (YAB) LinkedIn page. The YAB is a tax-exempt, non-profit affiliated organization of Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago that is committed to providing hope for children with brain tumors. Since our inception in 2000, the YAB has raised over $2.1 million to fund critical research and patient support programs through events like the annual Run for Gus. In addition to supporting research, the YAB provides service-oriented events to support the families impacted by this disease. We encourage you to learn more about our mission, history, upcoming events and how you can get involved in the fight against pediatric brain tumors. We hope to hear from you or see you at a YAB event soon! Join the Run for Gus! Run for Gus is a fun and inspiring event to raise funds for pediatric brain tumor research and Family Services programs at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. 20169 marks the 17th Anniversary of Run for Gus, honoring Gus Evangelides, who lost his courageous battle against a malignant brain tumor. The Annual Run for Gus 5k Run/1 Mile Walk is named after Gus Evangelides, who passed away from a malignant brain tumor at the young age of 21 months. By supporting Run for Gus, you will make a difference in the lives of thousands of children afflicted with brain tumors by funding: Research into the causes and treatment of pediatric brain tumors Service-oriented events and programs that support children and families in the hematology/oncology and brain tumor clinics, including Gus on the Go, Beads of Courage, and spirit-lifting hospital parties that are wholly funded by YAB. Whether you are a runner, walker or supporter, this event has activities for participants of all ages. Enjoy an after-party at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum featuring exciting children’s music, magicians, touching stories from patients and their families, a chance to win cool prizes, and much more.