Our Inspiration

A Night to Beat the Odds is held in memory of our hero, Alexis Agin.

Precocious, creative, artistic, and overly inquisitive, Alexis captivated those around her.  Whether watching Dora the Explorer, reading books, or creating the hundreds of pieces of art that we cherish today, Alexis indelibly made her mark on this earth and touched people around the globe.  Alexis lived each day with a fullness and energy that stood in stark contrast to the disease that she fought.  Throughout the course of her thirty-three month battle against brain cancer, Alexis attended hundreds of doctors’ appointments and underwent countless medical procedures without complaint or protest.  Her spirit shone through for all to see.

Team Alexis, the DC Chapter of CSN, was founded in 2009 in honor of Alexis while she was in the first year of her fight.  She inspired many in her short life here on earth, and continues to inspire thousands through Team Alexis, including the National Race Against the Odds, and A Night to Beat the Odds Casino Night.  She is truly loved and missed by so many.

To learn more about Team Alexis and our other events, please visit our CHAPTER WEBSITE.