ABOUT DAVID "CROCKETT" LONG
As President of Long Beverage, Inc., Crockett had been in the beverage distribution business for over 50 years.
He served on the board of the NC Beer and Wine Wholesaler Association as Chairman from 2013-2015, rising to PAC Chairman. He was a founding member of the Jim Valvano Kids Klassic and served on the Executive Board as co-chair, which has raised more than 4 million dollars for pediatric cancer research for Duke Children's Hospital.
Crockett served as Executive Chairman of the Extra Special Super Kids, and he was an avid supporter of the Landfall Foundation.
Crockett was one of a kind. He would light up any room that he entered and was larger than life. He gave selflessly and unconditionally. Crockett was the definition of a true gentleman, husband, father figure, and mentor, and he was the perfect example of paying it forward with kindness.
The V Foundation for Cancer Research
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The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach, ESPN commentator and member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The V Foundation has funded over $458 million in game-changing cancer research grants in North America through a competitive process strictly supervised by a world-class Scientific Advisory Committee. Because the V Foundation has an endowment to cover administrative expenses, 100% of direct donations is awarded to cancer research and programs. The V team is committed to funding the best scientists to accelerate Victory Over Cancer® and save lives. To learn more, visit v.org.