How Your Support Changes Lives
Funds raised by the Jimmy Fund help Dana-Farber tackle cancer’s biggest problems by funding lifesaving research while expanding and providing access to exceptional care to defy cancer at every turn!
100% of funds raised benefit Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dana-Farber conducts transformational cancer research and provides expert, compassionate, and equitable care to children, adults, and their families.
Advancing discoveries to detect and prevent cancer
Dana-Farber investigators were involved in over 50% of FDA-approved cancer drugs between 2018–2022.
Sustaining state-of-the-art facilities and care
What Dana-Farber learns in the lab is turned against cancer in the clinic—and vice versa.
Improving the health of our communities
Support for Dana-Farber brings cancer treatment, screenings, and education to neighbors in Boston and around the world.
Become a Supporter
There are many ways to get involved with the Jimmy Fund and support Dana-Farber.
Dana-Farber’s Future Cancer Hospital
With recent city and state approvals, we are closer to achieving our vision for the future of cancer care with the new adult cancer hospital. This image represents preliminary plans which are subject to regulatory approval.
Stories from Our Community
The impact of the Jimmy Fund community on Dana-Farber patient care and research is immense, but also personal.
Patient Story
“We want to give back to the organization that saved our daughter’s life.”
Zanna's fight against leukemia inspires hope and gratitude, as her family supports pediatric cancer research at Dana-Farber.
Our Signature Partners
These three organizations generously offer support and opportunities year-round for the Jimmy Fund community to fundraise for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Pan-Mass Challenge
The PMC is Dana-Farber’s largest donor, reaching the milestone of $1 billion raised since 1980.
Boston Red Sox
The Red Sox have supported the Jimmy Fund since 1953, raising more than $172 million for Dana-Farber.
Boston Athletic Association
The Boston Athletic Association’s (B.A.A.) events have raised millions of dollars and support for Dana-Farber cancer research.