A group of bikers at a Pan-Mass Challenge start line

Partnerships

The Jimmy Fund receives support from the Pan-Mass Challenge, Boston Red Sox, Boston Athletic Association, and many other key partners.

Key Jimmy Fund Partners

The Jimmy Fund is fortunate to have three world-class organizations as signature partners in supporting the mission of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to defy cancer. These supporters—the Boston Red Sox, the Pan-Mass Challenge, and the Boston Athletic Association—have been instrumental in advancing cancer research and care in Boston and around the globe.

The Boston Red Sox with Jimmy Fund patients at Fenway Park

Boston Red Sox

Since 1953, the Red Sox have supported the Jimmy Fund in the fight against cancer.

Riders giving a thumbs up on the course of the Pan-Mass Challenge

Pan-Mass Challenge

Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund’s largest single supporter, raising over $1 billion since 1980.

Four runners for Dana-Farber at the 2024 Boston Marathon

Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.)

The B.A.A. supports the Jimmy Fund via several races and events throughout the year.

Jimmy Fund Walk volunteers hand out sandwiches

Our Corporate Sponsors

Several companies and organizations aligned with Dana-Farber's mission have provided generous financial and in-kind support for Jimmy Fund events.