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Our Mission

The V Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to saving lives by helping to find a cure for cancer.  The Foundation seeks to make a difference by generating broad-based support for cancer research and by creating an urgent awareness among all Americans of the importance of the war against cancer.  The Foundation performs these dual roles through advocacy, education, fundraising, and philanthropy.

Our Inspiration

"Don’t Give Up. . .Don’t Ever Give Up! ® "
Click here for a transcript of Jimmy's 1993 ESPY speech

The V Foundation for Cancer Research was started in 1993 to honor Jim Valvano. From very humble beginnings of Jim's personal friends and family, The Foundation grew. Today, that circle of friends has expanded and the support structure of The Foundation includes people of all walks of life, those who knew Jim personally, those who knew of Jim and many who have joined the cause simply because they believe in the possibility of Jim's final wish - to fund research to find cures for cancer.

The V Foundation takes great pride in its fiscal responsibility and is proud to announce that it gives 100 percent of all new direct cash donations to cancer research and related programs.

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News

December 2, 2008: The V Foundation Teams Up with NBA and NFL Officials for 7th Annual Fundraiser: “Blow the Whistle on Cancer!®" Funds Cancer Research 

For the seventh consecutive year, The V Foundation for Cancer Research will join forces with the game officials of the National Football League (NFL) and the National Basketball Association (NBA) for the annual Blow the Whistle on Cancer!® fundraiser.   This charitable event will run in conjunction with ESPN’s 2nd Annual Jimmy V Week from December 3rd-9th, a week of fundraising and awareness for The V Foundation and tributes for beloved coach and friend, Jim Valvano.

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Legendary Basketball Commentator Dick Vitale Releases New Book for the Holidays Dick Vitale's New Book

November 11, 2008: Dick Vitale, legendary sports broadcaster and a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, goes on record by ranking the most memorable players and moments from 1 to 50 in his latest book.

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The V Foundation for Cancer Research Awards 2008 Grants
October 07, 2008: The V Foundation for Cancer Research announced today that they have awarded the 2008 V Scholar grants and Translational grants to elite researchers across the United States. The V Scholars are the cornerstone of The V Foundation’s grant program, funding young investigators as they initiate their research. Translational grants transform basic scientific discoveries into clinical applications such as new diagnostics and treatments. The contribution of funding to these research initiatives continuously brings science steps closer to eradicating this horrible disease.

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