Adult and child wearing Strike Out Cancer T-shirts at Fenway Park

What We Do

The Jimmy Fund community gives and fundraises to support cancer research and comprehensive clinical care for adults and kids at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

We Fuel Progress at Dana-Farber

750+

Annual Jimmy Fund events

inspire thousands to walk, run, bike, and more to help Dana-Farber defy cancer.

51%

Of all cancer drugs

approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) saw foundational contributions from Dana-Farber (2018–2022).

Top 4

Top ranked cancer hospital

by U.S. News and World Report for both adult and pediatric cancer programs.

A young patient being examined by a doctor

Money raised through the Jimmy Fund has helped Dana-Farber Cancer Institute save countless lives and reduce the burden of cancer for patients and their families around the world. It also helps Dana-Farber keep an equal focus on groundbreaking scientific research to find cures for cancer and on comprehensive cancer care, including support services for all patients and specialized care for kids at the Jimmy Fund Clinic.

“Helping Dana-Farber means so much to me. I can’t cure cancer. But I can support the people who have made it their mission to do just that.” 

Susan, Team Captain of Jimmy Fund Walk team Heels for Harlow

Susan signed up for the Jimmy Fund Walk after her close friend, Carolyn, passed away from multiple myeloma. Susan wanted to give back to Dana-Farber, where Carolyn received the care that extended her life. Since then, Susan and Heels for Harlow have raised thousands of dollars for Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund.

Powered by Community

The Jimmy Fund is fueled by local fundraising, the kindness of the community, and the hope for a better future. Every year, Jimmy Fund supporters join forces to drive progress at Dana-Farber and help make new cancer discoveries possible.

Three golfers at a Jimmy Fund Golf event

Events & Programs

You can support the Jimmy Fund through events for all interests and activity levels.

Boston Red Sox mascot Tessie at Fenway Park with a Dana-Farber patient wearing a Jimmy Fund shirt

Signature Partnerships

Our partners help pave the way for progress.