We are so privileged at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to help so many incredible children and their families. To hear their stories and witness their courage is most humbling.
I recently had the honor of talking to supporters of St. Jude alongside a remarkable young lady who is a brain tumor patient at St. Jude. Marley, who is 10, has big dreams, with her sights set on one day being the Chief Executive Officer of a large company.
It was such a pleasure to invite Marley to visit my office, where she had the chance to sit at my desk and envision herself as the future CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude. And it wouldn’t surprise me at all if one day that office really is hers.
We are so grateful to Marley and her family, who are among the many St. Jude patients and families who are willing to share their own stories with people all over the country. Their hope and compassion is truly an inspiration to us all.
We can pay tribute to these families and to our own loved ones through the St. Jude Tributes program. Consider sending an ecard to tell your parents how much they mean to you. Perhaps you would like to dedicate your birthday to St. Jude or honor someone with a donation. Not only will you show how much you care, you will be helping St. Jude care for kids, like Marley, battling cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
And finally, I want to say a heartfelt thank you to all the St. Jude Heroes who participated in last month’s St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon in Nashville and the South Beach Triathlon in Florida, as well as our friends in the finance community for their Invest in Hope event in Boston. We also welcomed many of our corporate partners to the St. Jude campus during our annual Partner Summit, and are so grateful for their support through campaigns such as St. Jude Thanks and Giving®. These are just a few of the many events held recently across the country to raise funds and awareness for St. Jude — events that wouldn’t happen without your dedication and commitment.
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of the kids of St. Jude.
You, too, can make a difference for St. Jude kids.
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Preparing for a Pandemic
The staff at St. Jude go above and beyond to ensure patient and employee safety throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Read how St. Jude employees collaborate and innovate during this time.
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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.
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Journey to the Jude: Escaping war and poverty in his homeland, chef Johnny Siv develops culinary talents to feed the St. Jude community
After escaping the war-torn nation of his youth, chef Johnny Siv uses food to give back to the patients at St. Jude. Read more about his remarkable journey.
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Tracing Martine Roussel’s independent streak from Africa to the National Academy of Sciences
Martine Roussel, PhD, is renowned for investigations into molecular-level causes of cancer and strategies in developing new treatments for pediatric brain tumors. Read about her journey.
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Chaplain Kimberly Russell uses creative talent to adapt spiritual care board for St. Jude patients
Learn how St. Jude chaplain Kimberly Russell helps non-verbal patients communicate spiritual needs.
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Welcoming all who enter
Janice Ivory has given out tens of thousands of smiles to the patients, staff and families of St. Jude over the last 32 years.
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Celebrating Black History Month
We reflect on our heroes: doctors, patients and supporters who have been a part of our lifesaving mission.
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Journey to the Jude: Inspired by global adventures, postdoc recruiter Deanna Tremblay seeks world-class scientists
Inspired by her global adventures, postdoc recruiter Deanna Tremblay of Academic Programs seeks world-class scientists.
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Pediatric Cancer Genome Project sparks a decade of discovery
Leaders at St. Jude launched a bold initiative in 2010 to define the genomic landscape of pediatric cancer.
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Sharing a birthday with St. Jude
Five-year-old Della will celebrate her sixth birthday on the same day St. Jude opened its doors in 1962. She wants to mark the occasion by raising money for the kids of St. Jude.
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‘Tis the season for science: Elf rescue teaches students fun lesson
Patients in the St. Jude School Program used math and science to rescue stranded elves. Discover how they saved the holidays.
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My Corner of the World: Regina Kolaitis, PhD
Scientist turned liaison Regina Kolaitis of the St. Jude Liaison Office explains the breadth and depth of hospital’s research efforts to a non-scientific audience.
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Physical therapist grateful for her colleagues, opportunities after earning hospital’s highest staff honor
Amanda Curry received the hospital’s highest employee honor for her work with a new mobility program for patients. Discover why she thanks and credits her colleagues.
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Longtime employee shares story of personal, family military service
Seven years of U.S. Navy service helped prepare veteran Yvonne Carroll for her role as director of hematology patient services. Read her story.
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St. Jude talent experience advisor extends hospitality to job candidates and their families
From hospitality to human resources: Linda Smith of Human Resources changed careers to help St. Jude advance its mission.