Jimmy Fund Press Releases
2011
November 11, 2011
Pan-Massachusetts Challenge Gives $35 million to Jimmy Fund
The Pan-Massachusetts Challenge (PMC) presents a check for $35 million to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through its Jimmy Fund. The 2011 fundraising total is $2 million, or 5.7 percent, more than the PMC gave in 2010 and brings its 32-year Jimmy Fund contribution to $338 million.
September 1, 2011
WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon celebrates 10 years of progress in the fight against cancer
The 10th annual WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon on August 30 and 31 attracted supporters from all 50 states and around the world to help in the fight against cancer. More than $3.3 million was raised to fund adult and pediatric care and cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston.
August 16, 2011
Boston Red Sox legends Mo Vaughn and John Valentin to join 10th annual WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon
Red Sox fans will get a blast from the past on August 31 when former Red Sox players Mo Vaughn and John Valentin visit Fenway Park as part of the 10th annual WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon.
August 8, 2011
For Lance and fellow riders, PMC proves cycle of life
Motivation is never a problem for the Dana-Farber staff members, patients and families, and others who ride in the Pan-Massachusetts Challenge (PMC) each August. This past weekend’s participants, however, received an extra dose of inspiration from a first-time rider: Lance Armstrong.
July 27, 2011
Lance Armstrong to ride the Pan-Massachusetts Challenge
The seven-time Tour de France winner and cancer survivor will ride from Sturbridge to Bourne and has committed to raising at least $6,000 for cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber through the Jimmy Fund.
April 18, 2011
Stop & Shop Triple Winner Game® Celebrates 21st Anniversary
The Triple Winner Game, in partnership with the Boston Red Sox, has raised more than $50 million and supports the Stop & Shop Family Pediatric Brain Tumor Clinic at Dana-Farber.
April 15, 2011
Jimmy Fund and '47 Brand continue partnership
The Jimmy Fund and '47 Brand announced their continued partnership in the fight against cancer. '47 Brand will provide custom-made or Red Sox hats for all new Dana-Farber patients and for participants in Jimmy Fund events.
March 23, 2011
Gin and 'Satch' Sanders host Gala Sneaker Ball
Celtics legend Tom "Satch" Sanders and his wife Virginia "Gin" Sanders are hosts of the Gala Sneaker Ball at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel. All proceeds benefit head and neck cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
March 15, 2011
Jimmy Fund invites area schools to participate in Scooper Schools Program
Now in its sixth year, the Jimmy Fund Scooper Schools Program provides students in New England the opportunity to earn free admission for a day at the Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl® by planning and participating in fundraising projects for the Jimmy Fund.
March 11, 2011
Make a mark on cancer: 'Name a Gene' to support Dana-Farber
The striking Gene Display in the Yawkey Center for Cancer Care building offers individuals a unique opportunity to show their support for Dana-Farber's life-saving mission in a visual and permanent way.
March 7, 2011
Jimmy Fund Co-captain Clay Buchholz added to Charity Wines roster
Boston Red Sox pitching ace Clay Buchholz is making his debut with Longball Cellars, which will sell ChardonClay, a wine that will raise big league dollars for the Jimmy Fund.
February 15, 2011
Boston Red Sox pitchers Tim Wakefield and Clay Buchholz are 2011 Jimmy Fund Co-Captains
Boston Red Sox pitchers Tim Wakefield and Clay Buchholz will continue as Jimmy Fund Co-Captains for 2011, and will be the 2011 Spokesplayers for the Jimmy Fund's Rally Against Cancer.
January 6, 2011
Amica Mutual Insurance Company partners with Jimmy Fund Golf to raise millions for cancer care and research
Amica Mutual Insurance Company joined Jimmy Fund Golf to raise $6.45 million for cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through a series of "Amica Chipping Challenges."
