CRF Blog

What to Do When You Feel Stuck in Life

Life can creep up on you very quickly and oftentimes we are left feeling stuck with no idea of where to go. We feel like we went down the wrong path and can’t correct ourselves or come out of it. Maybe we went to college and got a degree, but quickly realize it’s not our […]

4 Easy, Fun and Healthy Fall Snacks for Your Kids

Looking for some healthy yet delicious alternatives to add to your snack list? Below are 4 different options for you to consider especially during the quarantine! Healthy Orange Pumpkins Your kids will look forward to these refreshing and healthy Halloween snacks! Research suggests that these oranges help support the body and protect us from conditions […]

Be A Voice

The Cristian Rivera Foundation’s mission is to create a world without DIPG by funding research towards a cure, spreading awareness and providing family support. In efforts to live out their mission and educate others, CRF holds fundraising events, sends out newsletters, utilizes social media, and a variety of other methods to educate the community about […]

3 Ways to Find Light in the Midst of Darkness

Darkness is something that can easily consume our lives. If left unchecked, it can even change who we are as a person. But, I am here to tell you how to find the light in the darkness. There is always light to be found, you just have to know where to look. Below are 3 […]

Back to School Snacks

Back to school is right around the corner and kids are getting prepared for a new year. Back to school may not be the same this year. Whether kids are going back to school or they are staying home, snacks are essential. Here are some back to school snacks that are perfect for school no […]

A Conversation with Dr. Kathy Warren of the Dana Farber Institute

Dr. Kathy Warren is a unique and caring woman who is committed to her work in finding a cure for DIPG. She has a special relationship with the Cristian Rivera Foundation having been awarded the 2019 Vision of Hope Award at last year’s gala for all her efforts. She currently works as the clinical director […]

The Children’s Charity

Check out this foundation! The Children’s Charity is a student-run non-profit based in Miami that we had the pleasure of talking with recently. They work to bring joy to children in hospitals to help them heal through annual fundraisers and various collections for local hospitals and organizations. They also work to spread awareness for pediatric […]

Keeping Children Active During the Summer

Technology is everywhere and children love it but now instead of going outside and being active, they love to stay in and play their virtual games!! The technology is amazing so how can we get it away from them? The perfect solution is to make physical activity more fun so that they have to put […]

How to Have a Healthy Summer in the Time of COVID-19

Trying to find ways to stay healthy and happy while stuck at home all summer? There is no doubt that this year has brought unprecedented events that none of us anticipated. With COVID-19 cases still very prevalent in this country and throughout the world, many summer travel plans were put on hold, forcing us all […]