Dolphins Cancer Challenge
Together, the V Foundation, Dolphins Cancer Challenge and Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center have committed to a collective 10-year, $30 million investment dedicated to game-changing cancer research.
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Dolphins Cancer Challenge + the V Foundation
The V Foundation for Cancer Research announced a major expansion to its partnership with the Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC). The 10-year, $30 million commitment is the largest in the V Foundation’s history and will drive innovative cancer research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
The Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC) is entering its 19th year and is the NFL’s largest fundraiser.
A major part of the DCC’s continued fundraising takes place at an annual celebration that features cycling, run and walk events, with the latest DCC taking place on February 27, 2027. Since 2010, the Dolphins Cancer Challenge has raised more than $100 million to fund innovative cancer research for Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, South Florida’s only NCI-designated Cancer Center.
“The V Foundation has been a longstanding champion for cancer research, and we’re honored to join forces to support lifesaving research,” said Javier Sanchez, Executive Director at Dolphins Cancer Challenge. “The Miami Dolphins and DCC have deep roots within our local community, and we believe it is critically important that we invest in this research as it is fundamental to best serving the South Florida community and beyond.”
“Sylvester is committed to being a leader in advancing health equity. Partnering with the V Foundation and Dolphins Cancer Challenge for the next 10 years will allow us to conduct research that makes a difference for all in our community and across the nation.”
Stephen D. Nimer, M.D.
Director, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center,
Oscar de la Renta Endowed Chair in Cancer Research,
Executive Dean for Research at the Miller School of Medicine