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.
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.