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Advancing new possibilities in thyroid cancer research
The Redstone Family, through various foundations, has generously committed $500,000 to create The Redstone Fund for Thyroid Cancer Research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
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Dana-Farber opens food pantry to nourish patients during treatment
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute opened an on-site food pantry in the Richard A. and Susan F. Smith Research Laboratories building in January and celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in March.
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Barbara Ludinsky
Barbara Ludinsky generously contributed $100,000 to advance the chronic lymphocytic leukemia research of Matthew Davids, MD, MMSc, at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Her investment empowers studies focused on TP53-related genes and the development of next-generation combination therapies. This innovative work has tremendous potential to improve care and bring renewed hope to patients worldwide.
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Crystal Family Charitable Foundation
The Crystal Family Charitable Foundation has continued their longstanding support of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s patient care programs and research areas. Most recently, the foundation provided a gift of $125,000 to support initiatives that advance Dana-Farber's total patient care model, including the Bereavement Program, Holiday Patient Assistance Program, and novel investigations in onco-fertility and pediatric liver…
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Jeffrey T. Spear Trust
The Jeffrey T. Spear Trust has given $419,559 to support cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Jeff and his wife Gail’s generosity will support Dana-Farber’s dedication to developing innovative cancer treatments and providing the highest-quality care. Meaningful legacy gifts like this will ultimately help advance Dana-Farber programs, resources, and services for cancer patients…
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Mrs. Maryellen Maguire-Eisen and Dr. Richard Eisen
Maryellen and Richard have pledged $100,000 for nursing education at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, helping to address the growing need for skilled oncology nurses. This generous gift builds on Maryellen’s own remarkable legacy as a Dana-Farber nurse and supports programs led by Anne Gross, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, which empower nurses at every stage of their…
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Mark Geer
Retired psychologist Mark Geer, EdD, included a $125,000 gift to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in his estate plans in gratitude for the care he received while being treated for two cancers. Describing his experience at Dana-Farber as exceptional, he directed his bequest to patient care and research.
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A Message from Melany Duval
As the days get longer and the sun shines brighter, I am reflecting on what sustains momentum at Dana-Farber: our community. The physicians and scientists who choose to devote their careers to patients. The families who place their trust in us. And every supporter who makes bold progress possible.
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Zakim Center turns 25: Donor generosity continues to fuel integrative therapies
When the late Leonard “Lenny” Zakim was being treated for multiple myeloma in the 1990s, he found that complementary therapies such as acupuncture, massage, and Tai Chi eased the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation.
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2025 Ken Coleman Extra Mile Award Winners
Congratulations to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Trustee Liz Rappaport and Tom Mathes, recipients of the 2025 Ken Coleman Extra Mile Award.
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