V Foundation Grants
Twenty-five exceptional researchers awarded $23 million in funding to advance laboratory breakthroughs into early-phase clinical trials.
Sarasota, FL – The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a top-rated cancer research charity, and ESPN Hall of Fame Sportscaster Dick Vitale announced at the 21st Annual Dick Vitale Gala that over $120 million has been raised for the V Foundation’s Dick Vitale Pediatric Cancer Research Fund since the Gala’s inception.
PLANTSVILLE, Conn. (April 27, 2026) – Find A Cure Together (FACT), a Connecticut based nonprofit dedicated to funding innovative cancer research, proudly celebrated its 10th Annual Voices for Victory Dinner Monday, April 20, raising over $80,000 to advance lifesaving research in partnership with the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
PHOENIX, AZ (April 27, 2026) The V Foundation for Cancer Research celebrated its inaugural V Foundation for Cancer Research Phoenix Epicurean, a two-day experience held April 24–25 that raised more than $1.1 million to fund lifesaving cancer research. The weekend showcased extraordinary culinary talent, world-class wines, and many of Phoenix’s luxury venues, but the true focus was uniting attendees with a shared mission: accelerate Victory Over Cancer® and save lives.
WOKC and the V Foundation for Cancer Research Partner to Eradicate Pediatric Cancer
Clinical trial will use blood tests to detect cellular evidence of cancer—and a therapeutic vaccine to try to stop it
Healdsburg, CA (March 30, 2026) – The 5th Anniversary V Foundation for Cancer Research Sonoma Epicurean announced over $3.5 million was raised to accelerate lifesaving cancer research. Held March 26–29, the event brought together Sonoma County’s most renowned chefs, wineries, and passionate supporters for a weekend of impact, with 100% of event proceeds going directly into the labs of top scientists at prominent cancer centers nationwide. Since its debut in 2022, Sonoma Epicurean has raised nearly $17 million.
Cary, NC (March 23, 2026) – The V Foundation for Cancer Research and StacheStrong, two top-rated charities dedicated to funding innovative cancer research, announced a transformative $1 million, five-year grant award at Massachusetts General Hospital to accelerate research focused on glioblastoma (GBM), the most common and aggressive form of brain cancer.
V Foundation for Cancer Research Scientific Advisory Committee Member and Numerous V Grantees Honored
Cary, N.C. (January 27, 2026) – The V Foundation for Cancer Research today announced Brandi Williams Broome as its Chief Executive Officer, effective March 16. Broome steps into the role following Clark Kinlin, who has served as Interim CEO of the V Foundation since July 2025. On March 16, Kinlin will continue his service to the V Foundation by returning to the Board of Directors, resuming the seat he held previously for the organization.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of a true broadcasting legend and a foundational part of our V Foundation family, Geoffrey Mason. A Hall of Fame production executive and winner of 24 Emmy Awards, Geoff’s influence on sports television was unmatched.
Cary, NC (January 16, 2026) – The V Foundation for Cancer Research’s endurance sports fundraising program, “Team V,” wrapped an exciting year, raising more than $680,000 in 2025 and surpassing $5.5 million for groundbreaking cancer research since the program’s start in 2014.
This success was highlighted during a historic 2025, where 135 Team V athletes participated in endurance races around the globe, all benefiting the V Foundation’s mission to fund all-star scientists and accelerate Victory Over Cancer®. Of note, this year saw the highest number of Team V participants and fundraising totals for both the Berlin and Chicago marathon teams.
