18th Annual Butterfly Release
Schedule
Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am
UTC-05:00Location
315 W Carpenter St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62702 | Springfield, IL
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Join us for a beautiful and meaningful ceremony as we come together to honor and remember those touched by cancer. This special event will feature the public reading of names, uplifting music, and inspirational readings—culminating in a breathtaking butterfly release.The emergence of a butterfly represents renewal, while its flight symbolizes freedom, hope, and happiness. Each butterfly released serves as a tribute to a life remembered or celebrated.
Registration: 9AM | Ceremony: 10AM
💛 Participate in the Tribute
For a gift of $25 per butterfly/name, you can honor or remember someone special. Your contribution directly supports the Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU.
🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities
Local businesses and community partners are invited to support this meaningful event through sponsorship. Sponsorships help expand the impact of the ceremony while demonstrating your commitment to cancer care, research, and community support. It’s a powerful way to honor loved ones, uplift families, and stand alongside those affected by cancer.
🌟 About Simmons Cancer Institute
Our mission is to serve the people of central and southern Illinois by addressing present and future cancer care needs through:
• Medical education
• Biomedical research
• Patient care
• Community service
Every butterfly released helps make a difference in the lives of patients and families in our community.
👉 Submit a name or learn more here: https://aesbid.com/ELP/SIUBR26
Let’s come together in remembrance, hope, and support. 🦋
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Where is it happening?
315 W Carpenter St, Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62702Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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