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‘Passion 4 Pediatrics’ Virtual Experience Smashes Dick Vitale Fundraising Record The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, and ESPN Hall of Fame Sportscaster Dick Vitale announce the 15th Annual Dick Vitale Gala, “Passion 4 Pediatrics,” in conjunction with Vitale’s year-round fundraising, raised more than $7 million for pediatric cancer research. The virtual […]
ESPN’s 2016 Jimmy V Week for Cancer Research celebrated its 10th year and set a new record, raising more than $3.8 million for the V Foundation for Cancer Research – more than $600,000 over last year’s total. This year’s campaign ran from Nov. 30-Dec. 9. Over the past 10 years, Jimmy V Week fundraising totals […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top rated cancer research charity, is pleased to observe National Cancer Survivors Month and celebrate the nearly 17 million survivors living in the United States. Research continues to provide earlier diagnoses and better treatment options, allowing more people to survive the disease and live in remission. The number […]
The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, and ESPN announce V for Victory, a one-hour television special hosted by ESPN’s Kevin Negandhi and Hannah Storm, on August 8 at 2:00 p.m. EST on ABC as part of the Wine Celebration’s 2020 virtual event. Now, more than ever, cancer patients and survivors […]
The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, announced the third annual Victory Ride to Cure Cancer presented by Braswell Family Farms, a charity cycling event, will shift to a more personal experience throughout the month of August in order to adhere to North Carolina COVID-19 guidelines. The reimagined event will kick […]
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 […]
The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, and ESPN announce The 2020 ESPYS presented by Capital One will benefit cancer research funded through the V Foundation. The show, airing June 21 on ESPN at 9 p.m. EST and hosted by Russell Wilson, Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird, will highlight the impact […]
