Northwestern Mutual – Chicago Raises Over $100K for Childhood Cancer Research

CHICAGO - Oct. 15, 2020 - PRLog -- For the sixth year, Northwestern Mutual – Chicago's financial professionals hosted the annual charity golf outing and virtual dinner auction in support of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's (ALSF). Through this year's events, the Chicago-based financial planning firm raised over $100,000 to support pediatric cancer research.

"Building on our successful track record, our team embraced change and was relentless in their focus to support the cause," said Nikki Perryman, Director of Strategic Operations and co-chair of the firm's Childhood Cancer Impact Committee. "I'm proud of our team for bringing their A-game to our fundraising efforts while supporting social distancing and embracing technology."

Cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in children younger than 19 in the U.S., yet childhood cancer research and services are vastly and consistently underfunded. Every $50 raised will fund one hour of research into cures and better treatments for kids with cancer.

To date, Northwestern Mutual, through its Foundation, has raised more than $30 million for the cause and helped to fund more than 400,000 hours of research to help discover life-saving treatments for children affected by the disease. Since starting its philanthropic program in 2014, Northwestern Mutual – Chicago has raised more than $575,000, funding 11,500 hours of research.

Sponsors for the 2020 event included: Brown CPA Group, Ltd, Culture Index, Hadley Sponsorship, Hartford Funds, Heritage Planning Partners, Ironworks Consulting, John & Vanessa McTigue, Legg Mason Global Asset Management, Russell Investments, and our Presenting Sponsor, M&M Bank.