The mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment.
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Every donation makes a difference
Approximately 75% of the funds necessary to operate St. Jude must be raised from generous donors.
We're saving children all over the world
St. Jude has treated children from all 50 states and from around the world.
Lifesaving treatment at no cost to families
Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food — because all a family should worry about is helping their child live.
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Software engineer finds cutting-edge success at St. Jude
Learn how Memphian Clay McLeod stayed home to pursue a cutting-edge software engineering career.
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Year in review - 2018
From the inspiring stories of patients and their families to the never-ceasing dedication of the supporters who showed up to the 31,000 events this year, there's plenty to be grateful for.
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Black Panther author Jesse Holland visits St. Jude
Jesse Holland, author of a novel based on the Black Panther, visited St. Jude patients and talked with them about comic books, superheroes and his life story.
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Hear our stories from the TODAY show
Hear the amazing stories shared by Marlo Thomas and St. Jude patients on the TODAY show. Share the hope and get inspired this holiday season.
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A remarkable journey: U.S. Air Force veteran to scientist to grad school dean
Learn how Air Force veteran Racquel Collins launched her scientific career from the skills she developed during her service.
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Halloween fun descends on St. Jude
View photos from the hospital’s annual Halloween event as trick-or-treaters visited costumed employees in specially decorated booths.
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Meet Easton
When patient Easton and his family learned of his diagnosis of metastatic cancer when he was fifteen months, they had little to hope for by way of a cure.
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Dr. Jessie Morgan gains new perspective on her work at St. Jude after cancer diagnosis
It’s been a year since Dr. Jessie Morgan earned she had cancer. She comes to work as a staff scientist with a new appreciation for her work, her family and for life.
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Wishes from Grey's Anatomy star
When actress Jerrika Hinton visited as a guest panelist for the annual St. Jude Gold Luncheon, she was inspired and moved by the hospital's holistic approach to healthcare.
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An abundance of thanks
From the inspiring stories of patients and their families to the never-ceasing dedication of the supporters who showed up to the 31,000 events this year, there's plenty to be grateful for.
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2018 St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer
Nearly 9,000 people participated in the annual walk/run event held during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September. View the photos from the race.
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Triumphs and turning points
Lives are measured in milestones. That is also true of life with the St. Jude family. ALSAC President and CEO Richard C. Shadyac Jr. reflects on the celebrations of the season.
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Meet June
June is a cheerful, busy girl who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at an early age. Today, she's able to continue treatment at a St. Jude affiliate clinic near her home.
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Glow More Chemo
In the Kay Research and Care Center, children can change the lighting in their hospital rooms from sunny yellow to jungle green; mandarin orange to purple pizzazz. It’s one way kids can exert a little control during a tumultuous time.
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Life after Treatment: Infinite Love and Gratitude
After pain, loss and incredible challenges: a life of joy, service and possibilities.
