Tatum’s Bags of Fun

How it all began

Tatum’s Bags of Fun was founded in 2008 by the Parker family to fulfill Tatum’s wish that every child fighting cancer in Indiana have their own Bag of Fun.

Tatum’s Bags of Fun delivers over 300 Bags of Fun per year in Indiana.

The average cost of a Bag of Fun is $300-$350

A Bag of Fun is large Samsonite backpack filled with age-specific games, toys and activities practical for a hospital setting. Bags of Fun contain high-end toys, such as Game Boys, and portable DVD players.

Each Bag of Fun is filled with 16-18 toys that meet stringent guidelines. Bags are required to include educational, manipulative, and interactive toys based on age and appropriateness for a hospital setting.

Every week Bags of Fun are distributed to newly diagnosed oncology patients at Riley Hospital for Children, Peyton Manning’s Children Hospital at St. Vincent’s and Clarian North Hospital. Bags of Fun are also distributed to patients in other locations upon request.

TBF has over 30 Volunteers, 5 are certified through the Riley Hospital for Children to deliver bags and help with other patient needs. Our volunteers help to assemble the bags as well.

Who is Tatum? Tatum Parker is a 10

year old 2x cancer survivor who

started Tatum’s Bags of Fun in August 2008.

Tatum’s Bags of Fun distributes

backpacks filled w/$300 worth of age-appropriate

games, toys & activities to every

child diagnosed with a form of

cancer in Indiana. Over 300 children

are diagnosed annually with a

form of cancer in Indiana

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The Fight Begins July 19, 2006 – Tatum is diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma at 5 years old

November 1, 2006 – Surgery is done to remove 4 inches of Tatum’s femur

Throughout the entire journey, Tatum remained strong…thanks to a “Bag of Fun” donated by the Gabby Krause Foundation

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The Journey Tatum is able to deliver her first Tatum’s Bags of Fun to Riley Hospital on August 1, 2008

Indianapolis, IN

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Testimonials   “Thank you for everything that

was in the bookbag, it’s perfect!! I love it!! You put a huge smile on my face!!

-Chloe

  I wish you could have been here when Mia opened your “Bags of Fun” – she went crazy! Jumping, clapping and laughing”

-Michelle M

+ The 2nd Journey In November 2008, Tatum was re-diagnosed with cancer in her right lung

Tatum rang the bell signifying another victory in September of 2009

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Tatum’s Awards & Recognitions:   2009 Riley Champion

  2009 Impact Award – Gary Bracket Impact Foundation

  2009 Indiana Heroes – Indiana Pacers & Veiola Water

  2010 Kohl’s Kids Who Care award winner

  2011 Hoosier Rising Star Award – Indiana Lt. Governor Becky Skillman

  NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams

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We’ve made a lot of friends along the way

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How can you help? This year’s premiere event and biggest fundraiser The White Party will be held Saturday, September 10th at the Robert Irsay Pavilion in Carmel, IN. The White Party is a cocktail themed event designed to raise awareness and financial support for Tatum’s Bags of Fun. It brings together over 400 donors, friends, community leaders and corporate sponsors.

We are looking for your help in making this year’s event the best ever. We are hoping to keep the momentum going.

Your contribution is the most powerful tool we have and the key to making Tatum’s wish come true.

Every donation helps make a difference in the life of a sick child. Please contact Jayson Parker at 317-446-9249 or jayson@bagsoffun.org.

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The White Party September 10, 2011 Sponsorship Levels

Title Sponsor ($10,000)- Tom Wood Automotive

  “It’s Electric” ($5,000)

2 reserved tables, admittance for 20 Logo on printed materials, website, event signage

  “It’s Crafty” ($2,500)

1 reserved table, admittance for 10 Logo on printed materials, website, event signage

  “It’s in the Bag” ($1,000)

Admittance for 5 Logo on printed materials

Who is Tatum?

http://twitter.com/tatumsbagsoffun

http://tatums.bagsoffun.org

Thank you for your support!

Be Strong, Stay Strong!!!