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Kids Battling Cancer Featured In KOP Fashion Show

The event also raised money fo fund research to eliminate childhood cancer.

(National Pediatric Cancer Foundation)

KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — A special fashion show featuring children with cancer was held at the King of Prussia Mall recently.

The "Fashion Funds the Cure" event, held at the King of Prussia Mall and organized by the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, also helped raise money fo fund research to eliminate pediatric cancer.

"Fashion Funds the Cure is one of the most positive, inspirational events we've had the opportunity to be involved in, and we look forward to hosting it again in the years to come," Kathy Smith, Director of Marketing at King of Prussia Mall, said in a statement.

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The event featured a pair of emcees, including QVC's Melissa Epps, who introduced the children as they walked down a runaway. Organizers said children wore outfits that reflected their "dream careers," as they were escorted by representatives from that profession.

For more information on the Foundation and their work, see here.

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