A Tasty Way to Fight Cancer

By Lookout Staff

July 12, 2011 -- If you've been hungering to make a difference, you'll have the perfect chance this weekend, when the John Wayne Cancer Institute's Partners in Progress hosts the 2nd Annual Food Truck Round Up to raise funds and awareness for cancer research.

On July 17 from 1 to 5 p.m., you can fill up with tasty treats while helping to fight a disease that saw 1.5 million cases diagnosed in 2010.

"This is a fantastic and fun event for the entire family," said Michael Wayne, Chairman of the John Wayne Cancer Institute Board of Advisors and grandson of the legendary actor John Wayne.

"Our dynamic support group, Partners in Progress, has created a terrific way for the community to get involved and raise funds for cancer research."

The participating food trucks will line up at the corner of Santa Monica Boulevard and 14th Street, Taking part will be Nom Nom, Don Chow Tacos, The Sweets Truck, Flying Pig, Barbie's Q, Dogtown Dogs, Dumpling Station, Bera's Custom Cheesesteaks, Frysmith, The Buttermilk Truck and Ice Ice Shavie.

Those attending can also help the fight against cancer by making a donation to the John Wayne Cancer Institute and take part in a night of comedy at the World Famous Laugh Factory in Hollywood, one of the nation's premier comedy clubs.

The Laugh Factory will provide two Complimentary Admission Tickets to those making a donation to the John Wayne Cancer Institute while at the event. Reservations are necessary prior to your visit and there is a two-drink minimum.

"Every dollar that goes towards cancer research can make a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer," said Myles Cabot, MD, Director of Experimental Therapeutics at the John Wayne Cancer Institute.

"The research being conducted at the John Wayne Cancer Institute has fundamentally changed the way cancer is detected, diagnosed and treated in our community and around the world."