We are proud to announce that @usnews.com has recognized Dana-Farber/Boston Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders Center as the #1 pediatric cancer program in the nation in its 2026-27 Best Children's Hospitals report. Learn more: bit.ly/4xtRyvJ
The Jimmy Fund
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Since 1948, the Jimmy Fund has supported the fight against cancer at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
“If you value collaboration, peer support, and a welcoming, inclusive environment, the Dana-Farber Division of Philanthropy is an exceptional place to be.” www.jimmyfund.org/impact-and-s...
Mariah, 7, loves animals, dance, and summers in Provincetown. After back pain led to testing, her family heard the word no parent is prepared for: leukemia. Today she is back in school, back to dance, and continuing to make encouraging progress in her treatment journey.
This month, we recognize everyone affected by childhood cancer, leukemia, lymphoma, ovarian cancer, prostate cancer, and thyroid cancer. ❤️🎗️
The FDA has approved daraxonrasib for adult patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer based primarily on results from the Dana-Farber-led RASolute 302 trial showing daraxonrasib nearly doubled median overall survival versus chemotherapy. Learn more: bit.ly/46npj6F
“Donations truly matter. The research, the care, the support—it saves lives like Carson’s.” – Kayce, mom to Carson, age 4, a @danafarber.bsky.social patient
“It is clear to me that Dana-Farber is one of the best places to go. I can see firsthand how much they care about their work and the people they’re treating.” — Marissa, a @danafarber.bsky.social patient
We’re sending a huge thank you to BJ's Wholesale Club for giving Mariah, 7, a special shopping spree at their North Dartmouth location and helping create a joyful moment for her and her family.
Paying a visit to our friends for day 1 of the WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon! Donate to #KCancer: jimmyfund.gives/redsox
"We now consider multiple myeloma a controllable cancer. As of 2026, for the first time in our field, we have a definition of cure. It's incredible." - Jacob Laubach, MD, MPP, Clinical Director, Multiple Myeloma Program, @danafarber.bsky.social
Join us for a special two days! It's the 2026 WEEI/NESN @thejimmyfund.bsky.social Radio-Telethon! Give now: jimmyfund.org/kcancer
Today and tomorrow starting at 6am, we’re broadcasting LIVE from Fenway Park to strike out cancer during the WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon!
We’re wishing our Falmouth Road Race team the best of luck today as they run for Dana-Farber! Thank you for defying cancer for patients here and around the world. 💙
Over the years, we have seen how the Boston Red Sox, WEEI, NESN, and our generous partners and donors have made a lifechanging difference for cancer patients of all ages, raising critical funds to strike out cancer.
After watching her brother’s experience with lung cancer, Elizabeth set her sights on the Falmouth Road Race. “I get to use my lungs to run miles and raise money for Dana-Farber,” she says. We can’t wait to cheer on Elizabeth at the Falmouth Road Race on August 16!
“Superheroes have helped JJ through so much. He even created his own character, ‘Super JJ’, who always saves the day. That same spirit has carried him through treatment and keeps him pushing forward.”— Sam and Zach, parents to JJ, a Dana-Farber patient currently being treated for brain cancer
“Dana-Farber has shown me that cancer care is about the whole person. It’s not just treatment. It’s support for your mental health, quality of life, and future.” – Marissa, A @danafarber.bsky.social patient
Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center has been recognized as the Best Hospital for Cancer in Massachusetts and ranked #3 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Learn more: bit.ly/3TDL9Qi
“JJ is our superhero. He loves Spider-Man, monster trucks, and playing soccer. More than anything, he’s determined to get back to simply being a kid.” — Sam and Zach, parents to JJ, a @danafarber.bsky.social patient currently being treated for brain cancer
At just 4 years old, Carson is facing leukemia with incredible courage. "We look to her all the time for strength. She reminds us that even when something is hard, you keep going," says her mom, Kayce.
This month, we recognize everyone affected by sarcoma and bone cancers. 🎗️ Did you know that bone cancers are a type of sarcoma? Sarcomas are cancers that develop from cells that make up connective tissues in the body, including muscles, fat, bones, blood vessels, and the lining of joints.
“Watching our daughter endure leukemia treatment has been heartbreaking. Yet through it all, Bella has shown extraordinary strength,” shared her parents. Diagnosed at 5 with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, Bella is now in remission.
“Dana-Farber gave me exceptional care during treatment and walking in the Jimmy Fund Walk for Dana-Farber is one way I give back. I’m still here because of research advances.” – Laurie, a @danafarber.bsky.social patient and Team Captain of Laurie’s Legends
Bella was just 5 when diagnosed with leukemia. Through treatment, hospital stays, and countless procedures, she has continued to inspire everyone with her bright spirit.
Since first joining Dana-Farber in 1996, Erica Feick, senior program manager in the Department of Data Science, has gone beyond her day-to-day work to support Dana-Farber's patients and families: 🧵
In 2016, Eric was diagnosed with testicular cancer. As part of his treatment plan, Eric underwent chemotherapy, and his wife, Chrissy, assumed the role of caregiver.
In the mid-1970s, the 5-year survival rate for childhood cancer was about 58%. Today, it is as high as 90% for some cancers. Cancer research and care can’t wait. Your donation today, on Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Giving Day, will stretch 3x as far: jimmyfund.gives/gac7a9dg.
Seven years after completing treatment for endometrial cancer, Julie received the devastating news that her cancer had returned. “Knowing that I had the best team at Dana-Farber helped strengthen my fight to not only beat cancer, but thrive while doing so,” she says. Go, Julie!
Maren, who was diagnosed with cancer the day after her 8th birthday, and her family have found cancer unexpected, lifechanging, and so, so hard. But Maren is responding well to treatment—and keeps a positive attitude. When she grows up, she wants to be a nurse. Go, Maren!
“I have a visceral understanding of what is at stake, and a deep appreciation for every donor who invests in Dana-Farber’s mission. Knowing that my work contributes to research that defies cancer makes the urgency of this work feel very real, and very meaningful.” www.jimmyfund.org/impact-and-s...