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
The V Foundation for Cancer Research funds game-changing research and all-star scientists to accelerate victory over cancer and save lives.
The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded by ESPN and legendary basketball coach Jim Valvano with one goal in mind:
to achieve Victory Over Cancer®.
Since its formation in 1993, the V Foundation has awarded more than $260 million in cancer research grants nationwide and has grown to become one of the premier supporters of cutting-edge cancer research. Due to generous donors, the Foundation has en endowment that covers administrative expenses. This means that not one single cent of direct donations goes to operating expenses.