Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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Donate to the Jimmy Fund, an organisation dedicated to helping kids with cancer;

Since 1948, the Jimmy Fund has raised millions of dollars through thousands of grassroots efforts to advance the lifesaving mission of Dana-Farber. You too can be part of this.

Hello. November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, and I am looking to be able to raise money for Dana Farber Cancer Institute in order to fund the clinical trials needed to beat this disease.

In 2019 my mother was diagnosed and subsequently passed from stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer. Since we knew there was nothing we could do at this point, my mother opted into Dana Farber experimental treatment. Dana Farber allowed my mother to have the most comfortable and quality rest of her life, and my family and I will be forever grateful.

This year around 66,440 people will be diagnosed with Pancreatic cancer in the U.S alone, 51,750 of them will die because of it. Pancreatic is the 2nd most deadly cancer second to Brain due to its location, difficulty of surgery, and ease of spread.

Together we can help fund new treatment, maybe one that can save thousands. For their future, for my future, for her memory.

Want to join me in making a difference? The Iota Sigma chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha at JMU is raising money to benefit Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and to help raise awareness to this pressing issue. Any donation will help create an impact. Thanks in advance for contributing to this cause, which means so much to our organization.

More information about Dana-Farber Cancer Institute: Since 1948, the Jimmy Fund has raised millions of dollars through thousands of grassroots efforts to advance the lifesaving mission of Dana-Farber. An official charity of the Boston Red Sox, Pan-Massachusetts Challenge, Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, and Variety Children's Charity of New England, the Jimmy Fund is an American favorite.

Dig Pink makes a difference for players, patients, and communities. Each event raises funds that directly support our revolutionary research program and spreads word of our mission to the people in your community who could use our support. Dig Pink events help to gain advocacy and community organizing skills by harnessing the sport you love to make a big impact. The Emmanuel Women's Volleyball team has chosen to donate to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to help financially support those within our community and our loved ones.

Hello everyone,

My name is Adam, and I'm a 46-year-old from the North Shore of Massachusetts. Many of you know me, but for those who don't, I have always strived to make a small difference in my community. Today, I am reaching out to ask for your help in raising money for cancer research, with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

For the past 3.5 years, I have been growing my hair with the plan of donating it to cancer survivors who need it more than I do. My hair is now about 16 inches long (as shown in the video), and it’s all coming off on July 24th to support those in need. My hair will be donated to Wigs For Kids, as they do not charge anything for the recipients of their wigs.

Why This Cause Matters to Me

Cancer has touched all our lives in one way or another. I have lost friends, family, and too many acquaintances to this indiscriminate disease. But I also have friends, family, and acquaintances who are still with us, still fighting thanks to the progress made over the years. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute has been instrumental in this battle against cancer. So please think about donating to this cause.

How You Can Help

Let’s do something meaningful together now. I am asking you to join me in raising funds for cancer research . Cancer doesn't discriminate – it affects people of all backgrounds and ages. But we can fight back together.

Please consider donating to my GoFundMe. All donations will go to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Any amount, big or small, will help fund vital research. If you can spare a dollar or two, it will make a difference, and if you can do more, that’s even better.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for any support you can provide. Your generosity will help save lives and bring us closer to a cure.

With heartfelt thanks,

Adam

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Hi this is the go fund me account for Fundraising for Cancer Research Club at Sturgis Charter School in Massachusetts. With donations we hope to insure research funding for The Dana Farber Cancer Institute and hopefully give victims of cancer another chance to live. Many have suffered either with cancer themselves or seeing a person they love suffer from it. Our mission is to ensure more research funding for cures for cancer.

Many of us have had the unfortunate experience of cancer rearing its ugliness in our lives. For that reason, I have chosen the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute as one of the options for a charitable contribution. Your charitable donation will benefit those supported by this charity much more than a gift will benefit Barb and myself. I am extremely grateful that you have chosen this way to participate in our special day.

With all my heart, I thank you very much for you donation.

Hugs and Love,

Ed & Barb

Hello! I am an eighth-grade student at the Pentucket Regional Middle School in West Newbury, MA. We are doing a project called the "Civics Action Project". The topic I chose was raising awareness for cancer. As part of my action, I am making a fundraiser for the research and cure cost of all types. My Dad was diagnosed with Non-Hodgehkins Lymphoma on December 30, 2018. The type he has is non curable. He is such a tough guy, but watching him go through what he did was heart breaking. Every penny of this fundraiser will be donated directly to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) for the study of Non-Hodgekins and other cancers. Any donation for this fundraiser will be very gratefully appreciated and needed. Thank you! :)

Please join me in contributing to the fight against cancer. Years ago my grandmother fought a hellish battle against Leukemia and unfortunately passed. In honor of her memory, I am raising money for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The non-profit funded hospital is dedicated to cancer research and outstanding patient care.

To support the fight against cancer I will be running a 50-mile race on April 6th and riding alongside the Spinatonics in the 2024 Pan-Mass Challenge to support their cancer research efforts.

Any donation will help make an impact. Thank you in advance for your contribution to this cause and my run with a purpose!

Hello! Our names are Isabella Gutierrez and Avery Klinger, we are two 8th grade students doing a Civics project to raise money for a fundraiser of our choice. We chose to raise money for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, since we have recently lost family members due to cancer. Our goal is to not only raise money but also awareness to prevent this life taking illness that has not only affected our families but families and communities all over the world. All the money donated will be given to the Dana-Farber Cancer Research fund.

Here are our stories.

Hi my name is Isabella, last summer my mother, Geraldine passed away from cancer after an eight year long battle.

She always kept a smile on her face and stayed strong throughout the years for her family. Dana Farber Cancer Institute was such a significant and impactful part of my Mother's journey. I wanted to take this opportunity to give back to such an amazing foundation as I am so beyond grateful for everything they did for my Mother. As well as for others that may be or have been in the same situation as my family and I. I thank you for taking the time to read through this project we put together and any donations are greatly appreciated.

Hi, my name is Avery and February of 2023 I had my very close family friend pass away from cancer. She had only been diagnosed a few months before her time of death and it really affected so many people around me and her. After her passing it really started affecting me and the way I thought about cancer and how it is always making an affect on someone’s life. This also wasn’t the first time, I had been affected by cancer in my close personal life. 10 years ago when I was little my grandma also was diagnosed with cancer in her brain and when it was finally found it was too late. After feeling what it’s like to lose multiple people in my life due to cancer I would like to do as much as I can to prevent it and help find solutions to prevent it in the future.