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. Consistent with the vision of our founder Danny Thomas, no child is denied treatment based on race, religion or a family's ability to pay.
ALSAC is the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude. ALSAC’s sole mission is to raise the funds and awareness necessary to operate and maintain St. Jude. Learn more about our unique operating model, and why you should support St. Jude.
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.
It costs more than $2 million a day to run St. Jude
More than 75% of the budgeted costs of St. Jude are covered by public contributions.
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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Meet Mikayla
Mikayla is a talented fifth grader who loves theater, singing, and drawing.
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Meet Brieanna
Brieanna is an adventurous girl who loves to spend her time outdoors going hiking and fishing.
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2017 St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer
80,000 supporters came together for the walk/run held during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September. View the photos from the Memphis event.
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Meet Stella
Stella is a sweet little girl who loves to do arts and crafts, play with her baby dolls and spend time with her little sister.
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Meet Nolan
Nolan is a 9-year-old kid who is filled with resilience and loves to play soccer. Find out how St. Jude has changed his life, and his family's.
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Meet Alberto
Three-year-old Alberto did not let cancer steal his joy. With support from St. Jude, Alberto's mom and dad were able to focus on their child's life.
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Team Up Kansas City
Last September, 12 high schools in the Kansas City area joined forces to host Team Up for St. Jude with a special patient in mind.
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Backyard Talent Show
A group of kids is showing the world that fundraising for St. Jude doesn’t have to be left up to the adults through the wildly successful Backyard Talent Show.
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Meet Maya
In 2012, two strangers began their separate journeys to a place they'd eventually come to share and a bond they would always treasure.
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Watch our video about St. Jude employee Derly
When Derly first came to the U.S., she thought it would be for a few months. Twelve years later, she loves her career in marketing for the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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A lifetime of hope
Marie Conn has spent more than two decades helping St. Jude accomplish its lifesaving mission through the Partner In Hope program. Read about her journey.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, join St. Jude in paying tribute to our dedicated Hispanic employees. Learn more about their work.
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Current, former patients return to St. Jude for Survivors’ Day
Hundreds of survivors and their families returned to St. Jude for a celebration filled with reunions, reflections, and camaraderie. View the photos from the event.
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Together for Micah
Even after being diagnosed with cancer, Micah and his family have remained undeterred. Find out how they strive to raise money for St. Jude.
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Meet Stanyiah
Stanyiah’s family was devastated when they learned she suffered from sickle cell disease.
