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William and Barbara Connolly

Spring 2026
By Hannah White Hannah

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Sara M. Tolaney, MD, MPH, received a $100,000 gift from the Connolly Family Fund, established by William and Barbara Connolly, to advance innovative breast cancer research. Their support empowers Tolaney’s team to develop novel strategies for early detection, prevention, and personalized treatment, helping to improve outcomes for patients worldwide.

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