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.
ALSAC exists solely to raise the funds and awareness necessary to operate and sustain St. Jude. Learn more about our unique operating model, and why you should support St. Jude.
Read the latest updates on the St. Jude strategic plans to advance treatment and research that helps save the lives of children everywhere.
All St. Jude and ALSAC financial reports are prepared according to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); are audited annually by an outside, public accounting firm; approved by our Board of Directors & Governors; and are reported publicly as required by strict state and federal regulations.
Compliance & ethics
- Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance Accreditation
- Charity Navigator Rating
- Community Health Needs Assessment
- CHNA Implementation Plan (PDF)
- Financial Assistance Policy
- Financial Assistance Statement
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital EthicsPoint Hotline
- ALSAC EthicsPoint Hotline
- Privacy policy for online visitors and donors
Contact us at 1-800-822-6344 or annual.report@stjude.org to request a copy of our Combined Financial Statements. See our frequently asked questions for more information about donations and fundraising.
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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Supporting Survivors Through the Pandemic
St. Jude has developed innovative ways to support our survivorship patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more about our new ways of staying connected.
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Filling the Need: Producing Hand Sanitizer During a Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic as medical supplies like hand sanitizer became scarce, St. Jude staff worked together to devise a solution. Learn more.
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Harnessing St. Jude Computing Power at Home
When St. Jude shifted to a work-from-home model in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists had to figure out how to move that same high-tech capability to low-tech kitchen tables and home offices. Learn how.
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Navigating Clinical Research in a Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, St. Jude balances safety and access to therapeutic clinical trials. Learn more about how our clinical research is continuing.
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Look for the Helpers
St. Jude staff volunteer in different roles in a time of new and unfamiliar processes. Learn more about our volunteer staffing pool.
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The Colors of Coronavirus
A COVID-related coloring book helps children understand the new coronavirus and alleviates anxiety for families. Read more and download this resource.
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Traveling Band of Nurses
Nurses take care and services to patients at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read how they keep patients safe.
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Take 5 and join our livestream May 5
Watch our livestream replay of celebrities and St. Jude patients taking 5 together, and keep helping children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.
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Meeting Challenges in Times of Change: The Incident Command Center
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Incident Command Center has transformed the St. Jude campus. Learn more.
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Racing a Pandemic
Each infection comes with its own challenges. Learn how St. Jude has confronted the threat of COVID-19
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All Hands on Deck: Nursing Answers the Call
With proactive measures, new policies and collaboration, Nursing brings a front-line approach to the hospital’s pandemic response. Read about their remarkable efforts.
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Meet Fletcher
Fletcher is a 12-year-old boy and a huge Cleveland Browns fan. So it was a dream come true when he announced the team's pick in the NFL draft on April 23.
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Meet Jamia
Jamia is weathering difficulties far beyond her years as she undergoes treatment for neuroblastoma, a type of cancer arising from nerve cells.
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Meet Deuce
Deuce is a fun-loving kid who's undergoing treatment for a rare type of blood cancer.
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Working like a dog: St. Jude Paws at Play celebrates six months of canine care
Brittany Reed and Shandra Taylor share their thoughts on how Puggle and Huckleberry have made an impact on the hospital and their lives. Read their reflections.