Category: Press Releases

The V Foundation Observes Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month

The V Foundation Observes Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month

The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, is observing Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month this September. Since its inception, the V Foundation has awarded $30 million in pediatric cancer research grants. Just four percent of federal cancer research funding is dedicated to pediatric cancer. With the help of partners, the V Foundation […]

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12th Annual V Week on ESPN Platforms to Highlight the V Foundation’s Efforts to Achieve Victory Over Cancer®

12th Annual V Week on ESPN Platforms to Highlight the V Foundation’s Efforts to Achieve Victory Over Cancer®

The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, is excited to announce details regarding the 12th annual V Week for Cancer Research, November 27 thru December 8 across all ESPN platforms, with additional programming and highlights continuing throughout the month. V Week will encourage supporters to donate to the V Foundation through […]

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Nearly $8 Million Awarded Through the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund

Nearly $8 Million Awarded Through the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund

The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, is pleased to announce the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund has awarded nearly $8 million since its 2015 inception. The fund has awarded 23 grants at 17 cancer centers nationwide to support research dedicated to the aggressiveness, therapeutic responsiveness and ultimate outcomes experienced […]

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The V Foundation for Cancer Research to Launch ‘Raise Your Paw’ Campaign at AKC Meet the Breeds®

The V Foundation for Cancer Research to Launch ‘Raise Your Paw’ Campaign at AKC Meet the Breeds®

The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, is excited to launch its “Raise Your Paw” campaign at American Kennel Club, Inc. (AKC®) Meet the Breeds® this weekend. Raise Your Paw encourages awareness of canine cancer and how vet schools and leading cancer centers can work together to make advancements against cancer […]

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The V Foundation for Cancer Research Kicks Off Month-Long Campaign for Pediatric Cancer Research

The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, is recognizing Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month by increasing awareness of the disease and calling for more funds to support pediatric cancer research. Just four percent of federal cancer research funding is dedicated to pediatric cancer, and more than 15,000 new cases of cancer were […]

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Kicking Off Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month with the Virtual Dick Vitale Gala

Dick Vitale and the V Foundation for Cancer Research will present the Annual Dick Vitale Gala, “Passion 4 Pediatrics”, virtually on Friday, September 4, 2020.  Honorees Bruce Arians, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach, Mark Few, Gonzaga University Head Basketball Coach, and ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith as well as Courage Award recipients Football Hall of […]

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The V Foundation for Cancer Research Announces Podcast to Highlight Dedication to Victory Over Cancer®

The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, announces the launch of its podcast, Voices for Victory, which brings an intimate and inspiring view of people dedicated to Victory Over Cancer®. Each episode highlights those who have been touched by cancer or who are leading cutting-edge cancer research. “Cancer can have devastating […]

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Third Annual ESPY Week Generates $3.9 Million for Cancer Research

Third Annual ESPY Week Generates $3.9 Million for Cancer Research

The V Foundation for Cancer Research, one of the nation’s leading cancer research funding organizations, and ESPN are thrilled to announce the third annual ESPY Week fundraising initiatives raised $3.9 million for cancer research.  ESPN’s fundraising drive included the 12th annual ESPN Radio ESPY Day Auction, 16th annual ESPY Golf Outing, second annual Sports Humanitarian […]

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