Mason's Story

Mason was a sweet, kind and incredibly smart 6-year old boy. In February of 2023 he had a headache. As the next week and a half progressed, his symptoms got worse and he continued to get very sick. After four visits to his pediatrician with no answers, an ER visit to WakeMed would reveal a tumor on his brain, in the cerebellum. He was quickly transferred to UNC-Chapel Hill where he underwent a 5-hour emergency brain surgery.

While recovering from surgery his family received the unimaginable diagnosis, Mason had medulloblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. This strong boy endured 10-months of intense treatment: radiation plus a low-dose chemo, followed by 5-rounds of high dose chemo at St. Jude. During these months he had additional brain surgeries, multiple blood transfusions, platelet infusions, procedure after procedure and medicine after medicine. Unfortunately, his disease did not respond to treatment and he gained his angel wings on Nov. 6, 2023. His family and friends continue to fight for him and every other child that is impacted by this devastating disease.

What is Art for Hope?

Art for Hope is fundraising event centered around an incredible auction, with all proceeds directly benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in memory of Mason Moore. St. Jude works tirelessly toward finding a cure for pediatric cancers, while supporting and caring for the amazing young warriors and their families going through treatment.

St. Jude is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. With your support, St. Jude can provide cutting-edge treatment at no cost to families. We look forward to raising money for them this year.

Join us for our in-person event as there will be something for everyone! Auction items include original art, sporting events, car accessories, decadent food experiences, and more! Early bidding will open online September 25th. Please purchase your early-bird tickets here. If you would like to make a financial donation to Art for Hope, please do so at

http://fundraising.stjude.org/goto/ArtForHopeRaleigh

Join us for a fun live event! It will be an evening of fun, music, dancing, delicious food, craft cocktails, and more.

Event Details:

Thursday, October 2nd

6pm - 9pm

The Maxwell

Raleigh, NC

Please note that this website/Givebutter is being used for ticket sales and auction bidding only.

Donations can be made here: http://fundraising.stjude.org/goto/ArtForHopeRaleigh

Interested in sponsoring? Please see sponsorship opportunities on the Art for Hope website here: https://www.artforhopeproject.org/.

Can't attend in person?

Join us in the online auction! Early bidding will open online September 26th.

Questions?

Contact the Art for Hope team at ArtforHopeRaleigh@gmail.com

Art for Hope 2025

Let's Fight Pediatric Cancer, In Loving Memory of Mason Moore