The Erie Cancer Wellness Center (ECWC) is inviting the community to take part in a meaningful new event, Cranes for Cancer, on August 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2212 West 15th Street.
The special fundraiser will offer the public a unique opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at the Erie Cancer Wellness Center and learn more about the programs and support services provided to individuals and families affected by cancer. The event will also serve as a heartfelt tribute to those who have battled the disease and those who have been lost to it.
The inspiration for Cranes for Cancer comes from the story of a young girl with leukemia who folded 1,000 paper cranes in hopes of having a wish granted. In that same spirit of hope, perseverance, and remembrance, ECWC has partnered with local organizations to create colorful paper cranes that can be purchased in honor of or in memory of a loved one impacted by cancer.
Funds raised through crane purchases will directly support the Erie Cancer Wellness Center’s services and programs for cancer patients and their families. Proceeds will also help advance ECWC’s plans for a larger facility, which will feature expanded programming and resources. The new facility is expected to be unveiled in February 2027.
Organizers encourage community members to attend the event, honor loved ones through the crane display, and support the center’s mission of providing comfort, education, and wellness services to those facing cancer.
For more information about Cranes for Cancer and the Erie Cancer Wellness Center, visit ECWC’s website or contact the center directly.