Jimmy Fund Press Releases
2011
Pan-Massachusetts Challenge gives $35 million to Jimmy Fund
November 11, 2011On November 11, the Pan-Massachusetts Challenge (PMC) presented a check for $35 million to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through its Jimmy Fund.
WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon celebrates 10 years of progress in the fight against cancer
September 01, 2011The 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.
Stop & Shop Triple Winner Game® Celebrates 21st Anniversary
August 18, 2011Shoppers will have the opportunity to help support pediatric brain tumor care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through Stop & Shop's annual Triple Winner Game®.
Boston Red Sox legends Mo Vaughn and John Valentin to join 10th annual WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon
August 16, 2011Red 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.
For Lance and fellow riders, PMC proves cycle of life
August 08, 2011Motivation 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.
Jimmy Fund and '47 Brand continue partnership
April 15, 2011For more than 60 years, the Jimmy Fund and '47 Brand (formerly Twins Enterprise, Inc.) have been favorite organizations of Boston Red Sox fans. The two announced today that their partnership will continue for another three years.
Gin and 'Satch' Sanders host Gala Sneaker Ball
March 23, 2011Celtics legend Tom "Satch" Sanders and his wife Virginia "Gin" Sanders are the evening's hosts and all proceeds benefit head and neck cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Jimmy Fund invites area schools to participate in Scooper Schools Program
March 15, 2011The Jimmy Fund is looking for area schools, youth groups and other student organizations to participate in the Jimmy Fund Scooper Schools Program.
Make a mark on cancer: 'Name a Gene' to support Dana-Farber
March 11, 2011The striking Gene Display in the newly opened Yawkey Center for Cancer Care building at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute offers individuals a unique opportunity to show their support for Dana-Farber's life-saving mission in a visual and permanent way.
Jimmy Fund Co-captain Clay Buchholz added to Charity Wines roster
March 07, 2011Debuting from Longball Cellars are charity wines for Boston baseball pitching aces Clay Buchholz and Jon Lester. The players do not profit a single dime. Instead, 100% of their proceeds will raise big league dollars for charity.
Boston Red Sox pitchers Tim Wakefield and Clay Buchholz will serve as Jimmy Fund Co-Captains for the 2011 season.
February 15, 2011Boston Red Sox pitchers Tim Wakefield and Clay Buchholz will serve as Jimmy Fund Co-Captains for the 2011 season.
Amica Mutual Insurance Company partners with Jimmy Fund Golf to raise $6.45 million for cancer care and research
January 06, 2011Amica Mutual Insurance Company joined Jimmy Fund Golf to raise $6.45 million this summer for cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.