V Foundation for Cancer Research

About V Foundation for Cancer Research

The V Foundation for Cancer Research is dedicated to funding game-changing research and supporting all-star scientists to accelerate victory over cancer and save lives. Founded by Jim Valvano, it aims to ensure no one faces cancer alone by funding cutting-edge research with 100% of direct donations going towards cancer research programs, as administrative expenses are covered by an endowment.

Products & Services

Cancer Research Funding:Provides grants and funding for cancer research through various award programs and special funds, supporting scientists researching all types of cancer.

Events & Fundraisers:Organizes signature events, fundraising activities, and community initiatives like 'Run For Team V' to support cancer research.

Patient Resources:Offers resources and support for cancer patients to help them navigate their journey.

Shop the V:Provides merchandise sales as a way to contribute to the foundation’s mission of funding cancer research.

Specialties

Cancer Research Grant Funding for Scientists Team Science in Oncology Patient Support Resources

Funding History

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#	Type	Amount Fields	Date Fields	Investors
1	RT: Event Fundraising T: - FT: Event Fundraising	A: 12300000 MR: - FA: 12.3 million FAN: 12300000	D: 2025-08-04 FD: 2025-08-04	2 investors
2	RT: Fundraising Event T: - FT: Fundraising Event	A: 10500000 MR: - FA: $10.5 million FAN: 10500000	D: 2024-08-05 FD: 2024-08-05	5 investors

Event Fundraising Latest

2025-08-04

$12.3M

2 investors (Pro only)

Fundraising Event 2024-08-05

$10.5M

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Growth Metrics

+45%

Employee Growth

YoY

3.2x

Funding Growth

Last Round

12

Markets

Operating

10K+

Customers

Active

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Team & Leadership

J

Jim Valvano

Basketball Coach and Motivational Speaker

C

Clark Kinlin

Interim CEO

S

Shane Jacobson

Chief Executive Officer

J

Jimmy V

Motivational Speaker and Cancer Advocate

D

David W. Williams

Retired Senior Vice President

N

Norby Williamson

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