International Epilepsy Day
Epilepsy Education Everywhere is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to raising epilepsy awareness and education among the public.
Our mission is to help people with epilepsy by educating the public about epilepsy, including proper procedures when a seizure occurs; by showing the historic progress of people with epilepsy; and encouraging people with epilepsy to persevere.
This year we are looking to expand awareness by lighting purple as many landmarks for International Epilepsy Day on February 10th. We launched this initiative last year and 23 organizations went purple in support. This year our goal is to reach 100 landmarks!
International Angelman Day - LIGHT UP BLUE
It is observed by over 50 charitable/support organizations based in over 40 countries around the world. Angelman syndrome (AS) affects one in 15,000 live births, or 500,000 people worldwide.
Awareness efforts, such a lighting architecture and buildings, in honor of International Angelman Day increases public knowledge of the conditions, builds inclusion and understanding, and most importantly spreads the message that the global collective of Angelman syndrome organizations is working tirelessly to bring practical treatments to Angelman syndrome as quickly as possible.
American Heart Month - National Wear RED Day!
February marks the start of American Heart Month, and in just four weeks – on Friday, February 7 – we will celebrate National Wear Red Day! This year, we invite you to join us in a powerful and visually striking campaign to raise awareness about heart disease by lighting up Philadelphia buildings in RED. (Feel free to wear red and encourage your colleagues to wear red that day, too!)
Why Go RED?
Cardiovascular diseases are the No. 1 killer of women across the United States, including right here in Philadelphia and in South Jersey.
One in three women dies from cardiovascular diseases, a statistic that is eight times higher than breast cancer. Yet, many women still do not recognize their risk.
Immediate help is crucial: Only about 40% of people who experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) receive the immediate help they need before professional help arrives. According to 2023 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics, among the over 356,000 OHCAs that occurred, only 40.2% received bystander CPR.
Light Up for Rare – Rare Disease Day
Rare Disease Day is a global initiative to raise awareness and generate support for those living with a rare disease (one out of every 10 Americans has a rare disease). It takes place on the last day of February, which this year is February 28th.
The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) is the trusted voice of the more than 30 million Americans living with a rare disease and is the official U.S. partner for Rare Disease Day.
#RareDiseaseDay
#ShowYourStripes
#LightUpforRare
#NORD
5th Annual Rami's Heart Lighting Ceremony - LIGHT UP YELLOW
This event holds immense significance as it marks both the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in our nation and the first few deaths in our nation. The 5th Annual Lighting Ceremony is a solemn occasion where hundreds of families impacted by the pandemic come together to remember their loved ones. Some travel across the USA to stand together. We gather to commemorate those who lost their lives during this challenging time and to honor the essential heroes who tirelessly worked to save others. As we light lanterns to represent the more than 1.2 million American lives lost, we create a beacon of hope and remembrance. This year, our event has a global reach. Thousands of people will be watching virtually, joining us from different corners of the world. Additionally, we are collaborating with the UK, where Belfast City Hall will also be illuminated in solidarity with our cause.
Cervical Health Awareness Month - Teal & White
Cervical Health Awareness Month in January provides education, promotes prevention,; supports Cervical Cancer Survivors, Patients, Caregiver, Stakeholders and honors those who battled cervical cancer and now eternally rest from the fight. Cervical Cancer is the first cancer with a global elimination plan with the goal to reach elimination within the next generation’s lifetime. 79 million Americans are said to have human papilloma virus (HPV), which can cause cervical cancer. So it is imperative to get the word out.. “Vax. Screen. Treat.” And although men cannot get cervical cancer themselves because they have no cervix. Men can however spread HPV to intimate partners . Men can develop other HPV related cancers of the head, neck, penis and anus. And there is no comparable diagnostic testing like females have available to date to screen for cancer causing HPV in males. Everyone needs to learn more about how they can help end cervical cancer. And lightning buildings teal and white can be extremely effective for this outcome to be reached.
#TealAndWhiteIsTheNewPink #TealAndWhiteAwarenessRibbon #EndCervicalCancer #NCCC #PANCCC #PhillyHelpsEndCervicalCancer
Online Resources: nccc-online.org ; thesurvivordiva.com
International Holocaust Remembrance Day - LIGHT UP YELLOW
The Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation operates and programs the Horwitz-Wasserman Holocaust Memorial Plaza on the Parkway and educates the general public about the universal lesson of the Holocaust through public programs, teachers trainings, and student activities.
This year we are partnering with 3G Philly for International Holocaust Remembrance Day (IHRD) programming. IHRD always falls on January 27th to commemorate the date when Auschwitz was liberated in 1945. As part of the commemorative efforts for this year’s event, we are looking for partners who would be willing to light up their building yellow on January 27th anywhere in Philadelphia. Note that the same initiative is taking place in Harrisburg and Pittsburgh. We are also going to host a public commemoration at the Holocaust Memorial Plaza on the same day.
Dry January® USA - LIGHT UP YELLOW
Dry January® USA organization, based at Meharry Medical College, is part of the official global Dry January® program headquartered in the U.K. January 7th marks the official Dry January® USA Day, signaling the start of the annual campaign to reduce one's relationship with alcohol. The organization promotes the importance of taking a break from alcohol consumption for the month of January, encouraging better health and well-being. YELLOW is the official color and sign of Dry January® USA, symbolizing the commitment to a healthier lifestyle.
U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week
U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week is observed each year from November 18-24. The purpose of the observance is to raise awareness of the importance of appropriate antibiotic and antifungal use and the threat antimicrobial resistance poses to people, animals, plants, and their shared environment.
World Diabetes Day
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, and we're lighting the city in blue to bring awareness to type 1 diabetes (T1D), especially on World Diabetes Day, November 14th. T1D is a lifelong autoimmune condition requiring constant insulin therapy and affects both children and adults. Join us and Breakthrough T1D in advancing hope and breakthroughs for the 1.4 million Americans affected by this disease. #WorldDiabetesDay #ForwardforT1D
COPD Awareness Month
COPD is a leading cause of death in America, yet millions are unaware they have it, and remain undiagnosed. Our mission is simple: if you breathe, you should know about COPD. November is COPD Awareness Month, and our goal is to light as many buildings and bridges as possible with orange, the color of COPD awareness, to prompt the missing millions of Americans living with COPD to get tested.
(FB: @COPDFoundation; IG: @copd.foundation; X: @COPDFoundation), and in COPD 360social, our own online COPD community with over 60,000 followers).
International LGS Awareness Day
Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS) Foundation, is a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of individuals impacted by LGS through advancing research, awareness, education, and family support. By helping us shine a light on International LGS Awareness Day, we are bringing visual awareness to research and support for this rare form of epilepsy.
You can follow on our social media and assist us by tagging: @lgsfoundation, #lgsfoundation, #illuminateforlgs, #epilepsyawareness
100 Years, 100 Cities - Tribute to the Legacy of Shirley Chisholm
'100 Years, 100 Cities'. This initiative, crafted to celebrate the enduring legacy of this iconic political trailblazer, is a unique opportunity to honor Shirley Chisholm's contributions and inspire future leaders. Our campaign aims to see 100 cities led by Black mayors illuminate their municipal buildings in blue in tribute to Shirley Chisholm's legacy.
DEA Red Ribbon Event
Go Red for Red Ribbon brings awareness to living a drug-free life by lighting up buildings, landmarks, businesses, and bridges in RED!
Occipital Neuralgia Awareness Day
October 25th is the annual awareness day for Occipital Neuralgia. Occipital Neuralgia (ON) is a chronic nerve pain condition resulting from irritation or inflammation to the nerves that lie in the back of the head, oftentimes brought on by a concussion or whiplash injury. The annual ON Awareness Day has proven to be the best way to spread the word surrounding Occipital Neuralgia. With increased awareness, we can come together to better the lives of ON patients.
www.onfsupport.org
www.instagram.com/occipital.neuralgia/
www.facebook.com/occipitalneuralgiafoundation
Help Hope Live
Live It Up! is the signature fundraising event of Help Hope Live. The Philly-born nonprofit is ranked nationally in the top 1% of all charities for delivering on its mission to provide trusted medical fundraising support to help people in need of lifesaving cell and organ transplants, as well as those living with catastrophic injuries and illnesses. This support enables them to access the care and equipment they need to heal, live, and thrive.
On Thursday, October 24, 300+ guests will gather to celebrate Help Hope Live’s national impact: more than $188 million raised to help over 23,000 families in medical crisis.
The highlight of the night is the Help Hope Live Awards, where we acknowledge community champions like you, who are making a significant impact through fundraising, advocacy, and volunteer efforts. We look forward to honoring you with our 2024 Live Award this fall!
Facial Pain Awareness/Trigeminal Neuralgia Awareness Day
Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) Awareness Day is observed annually on October 7th; however, we are active the entire month. The Facial Pain Association (FPA) is the largest patient organization supporting all people affected by neuropathic facial pain, leading the world in resources for information and healthcare guidance. Through programs of education, personal support, and advocacy efforts, FPA supports patients, their loved ones and caregivers, and healthcare professionals who diagnose and treat people affected by facial pain.
https://www.facebook.com/facialpainassociation/ https://www.instagram.com/facialpainassoc/ https://twitter.com/facialpainassoc https://www.youtube.com/c/FacialPainAssociation https://www.linkedin.com/company/facial-pain-association-inc/
#TrigeminalNeuralgia #TrigeminalNeuralgiaAwarenessDay #FacialPainAwarenessMonth #TNAwarenessDay
World Meningitis Day
Each year, World Meningitis Day is observed on October 5. The race is on to defeat meningitis by 2030, and we need your help to light the road ahead. By raising awareness about meningitis through events like this proposed illumination, we not only educate residents about the importance of prevention and early diagnosis but also recognize that meningitis, an infectious disease, knows no borders and can affect anyone at any time.
World Smile Day – Event theme: Lighting up the World with Smiles
For World Smile Day® on October 4, 2024, Smile Train plans to illuminate iconic buildings and monuments globally with our branded colors of blue, light blue, and red to celebrate World Smile Day, and commemorate our 25 years of providing free cleft surgery and comprehensive cleft care to children globally. We plan to promote this initiative on our social media platforms.
Breast Cancer Awarenmess Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and CSCGP is committed to supporting those affected by breast cancer through our free, compassionate care and community programs. Our mission is to ensure that no one faces cancer alone. Join us in raising awareness and funds to empower breast cancer survivors and their families, making a meaningful impact together. @CSCPhilly #BreastCancerAwareness #CSCGP
Paint the Town Purple for Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP)
Friday, September 27th is Sport Purple for Platelets Day in honor of those living with Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP), a rare bleeding disorder, and we're looking to Paint the Town Purple! Hosted by the Platelet Disorder Support Association, this is a special day is part of ITP Awareness Month, held every September, spreading awareness about the impact ITP has on over 200,000 people in the US. Facebook: @plateletdisorder, Instagram: @pdsa_itp
World Mitochondrial Disease Week
By lighting green, you’ll be joining international landmarks around the world to help raise awareness for mitochondrial disease (Mito), a little known but devastating genetic disease with no cure. Mito is a debilitating genetic disorder that robs the body’s cells of energy, causing multiple organ dysfunction or failure and potentially death. It can cause any symptom, in any organ, at any age. Although 1 in 200 people may carry the genetic changes that could lead to Mito, few have heard of it. That’s why events like Light Up for Mito are so important.
Light Up for Mito is so important because there is no cure and for many the prognosis is very poor, including my daughter. Raising awareness conveys a strong message of hope, strength and unity to the Mito community.
The Fight With Lights Against Pediatric Cancer
Our goal is to raise awareness to he impacts of childhood cancer. In support of our upcoming 1Million Families March on the National Mall and in 11 cities throughout the USA. With Philadelphia (our home base) being one.
#jointhefightwithlights
1Million Families March for the Cure to Childhood Cancer
Our goal is to raise awareness to he impacts of childhood cancer. In support of our upcoming 1Million Families March on the National Mall and in 11 cities throughout the USA. With Philadelphia (our home base) being one.
#jointhefightwithlights
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Jake's Dragon Foundation was founded in memory of Jake McHugh who passed from cancer at the age of 14 in 2018. This is the 7th annual "Light Up Philly Gold" campaign to bring awareness to the need for additional funding for childhood cancer research in the US. #LightUpPhillyGold