Stars Recite Jim Valvano’s Iconic Speech

In 1993, Jim Valvano took the stage at the inaugural ESPY Awards Show in New York City. He was in the middle of his own cancer journey and, defying his disease, he stepped to the stage and delivered a speech that would continue to inspire people decades later.

In his speech, Jim announced the founding of the V Foundation for Cancer Research. He saw the dire need for advancements in cancer research through his own cancer journey. Since that day, the V Foundation has funded over $458 million in cancer research grants, supporting bold, innovative ideas from the best and brightest cancer researchers across North America. These grants have the potential to make transformative breakthroughs, bringing hope and options to patients and their families.