Sarcoma Cancer is a rare disease, often misdiagnosed, often afflicting children and young adults.
The Karen Wyckoff Sarcoma Foundation is dedicated to Sarcoma Cancer research, support and education...and the fight to find a cure.

Welcome to Rein in Sarcoma

Though Sarcomas are rare, you are not alone in your battle against the disease. The Karen Wyckoff Rein in Sarcoma Foundation provides news, resources, and a way to connect to others with the disease. Since our inception in 2001, the Karen Wyckoff Rein In Sarcoma Foundation has had the opportunity to serve many individuals who, like you, have waged a personal war against this disease. To learn more,click here. We thank you for the privilege of assisting you on your personal sarcoma journey.

RIS Announces new $158,500 Grant Round

Posted Tue, 12/20/2011 - 09:29 by pete

Masonic Cancer CenterBased on income received and expected yet in 2011, the RIS Board has authorized a new grant round totaling at least $158,500 for sarcoma cancer research at the University of Minnesota.   

RIS earns Charities Review Council “Meets All Standards” Seal

Posted Fri, 12/16/2011 - 11:03 by pete

CRC Meets Standards SealKaren Wyckoff Rein In Sarcoma Foundation recently went through a review with the Charities Review Council, and we are glad to announce that Rein in Sarcoma meets all twenty-seven of the Council’s Accountability Standards and was awarded the “Meets Standards” seal. Read more…

3rd Annual RIS Mini Medical School Convenes Feb 4

Posted Thu, 12/15/2011 - 15:16 by pete

On Saturday February 4,  Dean-for-a-Day, Dr. Kathryn Dusenbery, will convene the 2012 class for the Third Annual “Rein in Sarcoma” Mini-Medical School at the University of Minnesota. The 2012 RIS Mini Medical School will feature a "behind the scenes" look at the University of MN Sarcoma Group. 

  The all-star faculty will be composed of Dean Dusenbery and other key members of the University's all-star sarcoma team.  Read more...
 

"Riding with a Purpose" - 2012 Mud Dog Ride

Posted Fri, 12/02/2011 - 11:49 by pete

Mud Dog Ride 2010The 4th Annual RIS Mud Dog Ride will take place February 9-12, 2012. Both Riders and Pledgers can now participate! The Ride will coincide with the Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association 31st  annual Winter Rendezvous, at the Fairmont Holiday Inn in Fairmont, MN.  This year's ride will honor the life of Eric Skogman who conceived of the RIS Mud Dog Snowmobile Ride and raised over $20,000 in its first three years!  Eric died from Liposarcoma in April of 2011 and the 2012 ride is dedicated to his vision, passion, humor, and memory. Read more...

"Hippocrates Cafe" Comes to RIS Winter Gathering - January 29

Posted Mon, 11/14/2011 - 19:20 by pete

Hipprocates Cafe

 Join us for a special RIS Gathering on Sunday afternoon, January 29th, featuring The Hippocrates Cafe with Dr. Jon Halberg. The Hipprocates Cafe will present an original production on the cancer experience from many aspects through both Story and Song. This Gathering is free and is designed for Sarcoma patients, survivors, loved ones and those who have lost someone to sarcoma. Read more...