 “Dedicated to discovery…committed to care” is the mission of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI), described as one of the world’s premier cancer centers by the National Cancer Institute. Founded in 1947 by Sidney Farber, MD, Dana-Farber is renowned for its unique blend of basic and clinical research and for using its discoveries to improve the treatment of adults and children with cancer and related diseases. Today, DFCI employs about 3,000 people, supporting more than 150,000 patient visits a year, and is consistently ranked one of the top cancer centers in the country by U.S.News & World Report. In addition, it has earned “magnet” status for its excellence in nursing. Dana-Farber is a world leader in the fight against cancer, responsible for some of the most significant advances in treatment and care ever made.
The Jimmy Fund supports cancer care and research at Dana-Farber. The Jimmy Fund started in 1948 when the Variety Club of New England and the Boston Braves baseball team joined forces to help a 12-year-old cancer patient dubbed “Jimmy.” On a national radio broadcast, millions heard the boy visit with his heroes from the Braves as they stood by his hospital bed. Contributions poured in from peopleeverywhere, launching an effort that continues to bring hope to thousands of children and adults facing cancer throughout the world.
Since 1948, the Jimmy Fund has raised millions of dollars through thousands of grassroots efforts to advance the lifesaving mission of Dana-Farber. An official charity of the Boston Red Sox, Pan-Massachusetts Challenge, Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, and Variety Children’s Charity of New England, the Jimmy Fund is an American favorite.
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