Every dollar makes a difference
The majority of St. Jude funding comes from generous donors like you. Approximately 75% of our budgeted costs are covered by public contributions. Your donation counts and will be used to provide breakthrough research and treatment of childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases for patients like Brinley.
How far can your donation go?
St. Jude freely shares its groundbreaking discoveries, and every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save thousands more children. St. Jude has treated children from all 50 states and from around the world, and trains international healthcare professionals so they can use that knowledge in their own countries.
Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for anything
Thanks to donors like you, families, like Tammy's, 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. Your support means St. Jude has the freedom to focus on what matters most — saving kids regardless of their financial situation.
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Provide 1 patient with rehabilitation weights*
Help patients regain strength and mobility after cancer treatment.
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Feed a St. Jude family for 1 day*
Provide a family with meal cards for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in our cafeteria.
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Provide 12 IVs to St. Jude patients*
Most patients at St. Jude use IVs to deliver fluids, medicines and nutrients.
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Provide a child a pair of pediatric crutches*
Help a patient walk during treatment with crutches sized especially for them.
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Provide one red blood cell transfusion*
Children undergoing treatment for cancer and other deadly diseases often need transfusions.
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Fight childhood cancer during Thanks and Giving
During this season of Thanks and Giving, give thanks for the healthy kids in your life, and give to those who are not. Your donation is tax-deductible.
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Join the stars in supporting St. Jude
Watch our Thanks and Giving commercials featuring celebrity supporters like Jennifer Aniston, Michael Strahan, Sofia Vergara, Luis Fonsi, Yara Shahidi and Brad Paisley with St. Jude patients, and learn about their support of St. Jude.
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Danny's gratitude: The reason we are here
During this time of year, we reflect on what we give thanks for. But did you know that the spirit of gratitude is the reason that St. Jude Children's Research Hospital came to be?
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Holiday Gifts from Brands That Give Back
While you're out shopping for the holidays or Christmas, look for our logo at many of the world's most respected companies to learn who donates to St. Jude with a purchase.
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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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Gifts that benefit St. Jude
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Why St. Jude stands out
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Saving lives of children around the world
Did you know that the efforts of St. Jude save the lives of young patients not just in the United States, but worldwide? Get the facts.
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Saving children's lives at no cost to families
At St. Jude, our families never have to choose between affordable care and getting the best treatment for their child.
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Meet Pepe
Pepe and his family have known cancer more intimately than most families. Watch their journey in this 4-part series, and how they found hope through it all.
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Meet Nolan
Nolan is a 9-year-old kid who is filled with resilience and loves to play soccer. Read his story to find out how St. Jude has changed his life.
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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 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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Meet Brieanna
Brieanna is an adventurous girl who loves to spend her time outdoors. Watch this fun video of her playing hide-and-seek with Michael Strahan.
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Meet Mikayla
Mikayla is a talented fifth-grader. She loves theater, drawing, coloring and singing in choir.
*Items listed here are representative of services and supplies that are part of the treatment and care of children at St. Jude. The cost of each item or service is an approximation and will vary based on actual costs incurred and individual patient needs. Your donation will be used for the general operating needs of St. Jude, where no family ever receives a bill for treatment, travel housing, or food.