Stories
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Running Toward Life
2023 Memphis Marathon® Weekend presented by Juice Plus+
11/30/2023
Hundreds of participants and supporters gather to fundraise for the kids of St. Jude and help find a cure for childhood cancer.
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Possibilities
Natalie got a second chance – and then a third – at St. Jude
11/29/2023
Experience the overwhelming whirlwind of emotions as Nicole's family deals with a fractured arm, a potential cancer diagnosis, and the unexpected support from loved ones during their ordeal.
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Running Toward Life
Because of Brady, Andrew runs
11/28/2023
Andrew Mortimer runs in the St. Jude Memphis Marathon® to honor his baby brother, Brady, and to inspire more people to give.
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Storied Lives
‘Tangible Sense of Hope’
11/21/2023
Uncover the remarkable healing journey of two little girls who overcame brain tumors with the help of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, where cutting-edge treatments and compassionate care make a difference.
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Possibilities
These first-time parents thought they were losing their baby to brain cancer. St. Jude gave them hope.
11/21/2023
After 11 months of treatment, Emma remains cancer free.
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Running Toward Life
Running is this St. Jude Hero’s passion and St. Jude is her mission
11/17/2023
Follow Te'Retta Hall's transformation from volleyball player to passionate runner and St. Jude ambassador. Learn how her dedication to the cause inspires others to support the work of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Selfless
Grandmother’s commitment to St. Jude extends to the next generation
11/17/2023
Learn how Laura Jackson's motto "If you believe in something, you should do it" led her to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® and help children with sickle cell disease. Discover how she's using her knowledge of investing and philanthropy to make a lasting impact.
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Running Toward Life
When Tyler couldn’t run, others ran for him; now it’s his turn
11/15/2023
Witness the incredible journey of Tyler, a former St. Jude patient, as he prepares to run the entire 26.2 miles of the marathon. Support him in raising funds to support the mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®.
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Selfless
Generosity comes full circle for grandparents who have donated to St. Jude for years.
11/15/2023
Discover the inspiring story of Jaime Padilla, who became a supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® and never imagined that his monthly donations would one day help his own granddaughter, Janelle.
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Twins are inseparable after one is treated for brain cancer at St. Jude
11/15/2023
Janelle is learning to walk again and is encouraged by her sister, Amalia.
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St. Jude patient Beckett reunited with family in time for Thanksgiving
11/09/2023
Experience the comforting chaos of a family who values togetherness above all else, and follow the heartwarming journey of Beckett and his siblings in a surprise reunion.
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Embracing memories: St. Jude families remember their children on Día de los Muertos
10/31/2023
The celebration allows families to display mementos and their child’s favorite foods on special altars.
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Embracing life amid loss
10/30/2023
After two cancer diagnoses and a third scare, St. Jude offered compassionate care for the Brumfield family.
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Storied Lives
St. Jude childhood cancer survivor (literally) on top of world
10/24/2023
He’s learned an object in motion stays in motion, so Tom keeps moving
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Possibilities
Even cancer couldn’t change St. Jude patient’s inner spirit
10/16/2023
Arearn's youngest child, Kenadie, brings laughter and joy as she confidently claims to be her mother's favorite. Despite facing health challenges, Kenadie's spirit remains strong, and she continues to defy cancer with the support of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®.
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Selfless
Decoration Skelebration for St. Jude
10/12/2023
One man's love for halloween decorations sparked a nationwide decorating effort to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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News & Updates
Gene editing brings new era of hope for cure to sickle cell disease
10/10/2023
Claudia's world shattered when she learned her son would be born with sickle cell disease, a genetic disorder that affects red blood cells. This condition is prevalent among African Americans and those of African descent, but it is also common among those of South and Central American ancestry. Sickle cell disease causes lifelong health complications.
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Selfless
She became a CEO overnight and decided to measure success differently
10/03/2023
Tammy Whitworth becomes CEO of Window World after her husband's death, driven by a promise to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Selfless
Supporters of St. Jude Memphis to Peoria Run have raised more than $25 million
09/21/2023
For 31 years, Kevin Pautler has run this relay in memory of his son, Dusty, and to fight the cancer that took him away.
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Salvadoran teen organizes bake sale in Canada and hosts movie premiere to benefit St. Jude
09/19/2023
Isabella Ramos-Berdugo, the first international student to become a member of the St. Jude Leadership Society, finds new ways to help raise funds for St. Jude where her childhood friend was treated
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Excitement and jitters replace treatment and IVs as new school year starts for Mayela
09/19/2023
Read about Mayela's journey from battling leukemia at St. Jude to starting sixth grade with excitement and a bit of nervousness.
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Tennessee teen raises $100,000 for St. Jude, creates community portal for doing good
09/15/2023
Julia Gilmore may not have written the book on how to be a young fundraiser for St. Jude, but she wrote the website.
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Illinois girl starts St. Jude fundraiser to help best friend through cancer
09/15/2023
Addy and CJ bring their community together for a serious purpose — but don’t take them too seriously.
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Supporting St. Jude makes teenage brothers feel “like superheroes”
09/15/2023
Amir and Damian Carrizosa are believers in the mission of St. Jude. They want to make a believer of you, too.
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At $70,000 raised and counting, 11-year-old’s swim for St. Jude makes big splash
09/15/2023
Each year since he was 5, Sawyer Hansen collects donations and swims one hour of laps for St. Jude.
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‘We wanted to give back’
09/15/2023
St. Jude helped Memphis school kids by providing science instruction. Now these students are helping the kids of St. Jude.
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Wyatt's Lemonade
There are lemonade stands, and then there’s Wyatt’s Lemonade on the way to Sturgis
09/15/2023
This South Dakota kid turned local celebrity has raised more than $73K for St. Jude.
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13-year-old Chicago artist on mission to help St. Jude kids, one painting at a time
09/15/2023
Arsh Pal uses art to foster hope and healing and support his charitable giving.
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Selfless
“If it wasn’t for St. Jude, you guys wouldn’t be here”
09/14/2023
The family of a 1960s era St. Jude patient honors their patriarch with Papa’s Bear Cubs, a team for St. Jude Walk/Run Kansas City
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Selfless
The ripple effect of courage
09/13/2023
Former St. Jude patient becomes firefighter to help others
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Possibilities
Treated for a brain tumor, Jean Pierre heads to Penn State University
09/12/2023
As he prepares to move out of the country for college, he said he feels well prepared for the challenges ahead.
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Possibilities
Childhood leukemia survivor prepares to pursue a medical career, wants to give back
09/12/2023
Juan Sebastian, who ranks third in his graduating class, has been accepted to the Universidad de los Andes in Bogotá, where he will study medicine.
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Storied Lives
St. Jude cancer survivor: ‘I was one of those children that didn’t die at the dawn of my life’
09/11/2023
Craig’s leukemia didn’t stop him from graduating high school early. His cancer journey also inspired his mother to help other children and their families.
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Selfless
What a mom learned during son’s cancer treatment at St. Jude pushed her to top of Mount Kilimanjaro
09/11/2023
Every year, Sam’s gratitude spurs her to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
09/08/2023
This collection showcases the impact the Hispanic community has made on the mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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National Sickle Cell Awareness Month at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
08/31/2023
For more than 60 years, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has been committed to understanding, treating and finding cures for sickle cell disease.
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News & Updates
FedEx St. Jude Championship 2023
08/15/2023
Scenes from the 2023 FedEx St. Jude Championship
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News & Updates
FedEx St. Jude Championship highlights friendships at weeklong event
08/15/2023
From custom golf shoes to friendship bracelets, St. Jude kids remind golfers about a mission bigger than competition.
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Possibilities
As Lauren navigates college, she wants the world to know she's more than 'the girl who had cancer'
08/11/2023
Days after a surgery that removed the grapefruit-sized tumor wrapped around her lower spine, Lauren was walking around St. Jude Research Hospital in Memphis.
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With St. Jude on his team, Emmanuel worked hard and kept the faith on the football field
08/11/2023
Emmanuel was diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a cancer of the eye, in 2008 when he was 4 years old.
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News & Updates
Polaris Dawn - the first of three Polaris missions to advance human spaceflight
08/10/2023
The Polaris Program is a first-of-its-kind effort to rapidly advance human spaceflight capabilities while continuing to raise funds and awareness for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.® Polaris Dawn is the first of three Polaris missions and is scheduled to launch this year.
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Recognizing Black Philanthropy Month
08/09/2023
How Black philanthropists are transforming lives and powering the St. Jude mission.
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Possibilities
St. Jude patient Olivia named 2023 FedEx 'Purple Eagle' honoree
08/07/2023
FedEx names a plane in honor of a 7-year-old St. Jude patient at the FedEx St. Jude Championship.
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Around the World
Lebanese pediatric cancer charity partners with St. Jude amid years of crisis and instability to save kids
07/28/2023
For 21 years, CCCL has worked with St. Jude to save the lives of children with cancer in Lebanon and, increasingly over the past decade, displaced children.
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Around the World
King Hussein Cancer Center in Jordan continues long partnership with St. Jude to help more children with cancer
07/28/2023
For 22 years, the King Hussein Cancer Center and the King Hussein Cancer Foundation have partnered with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to save the lives of children with cancer in Jordan and across the Middle East., including Raghad.
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The Power of Hope
07/25/2023
How 4-year-old Lucas never lost faith in the healing power of St. Jude.
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Around the World
House of Hope
07/25/2023
Foundation in Philippines collaborates with St. Jude to help children with cancer
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St. Jude Place
St. Jude Imagine Academy helps care for the whole child
07/19/2023
When catastrophic illnesses create upheaval for St. Jude patients, the St. Jude Imagine Academy provides a sense of normalcy, sends them home ready to move forward.
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Around the World
Childhood cancer foundation partners from 13 countries visit St. Jude
07/18/2023
Participants in the ALSAC Global Scholars program learn about fundraising best practices.
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Possibilities
Nothing in her experience as a mom of five prepared Nicole for childhood cancer. But St. Jude offered hope.
06/22/2023
For most of 18 months, Nicole and her daughter Natalie have made St. Jude their home while Natalie receives treatment for neuroblastoma.
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Sickle Cell Awareness Day
Recognizing World Sickle Cell Day
06/16/2023
June 19 is World Sickle Cell Day. St. Jude has been committed to understanding and treating sickle cell disease for more than 60 years.
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Selfless
Vernon Rayford — son, doctor, father — considers support of St. Jude as ‘full circle’
06/14/2023
From marathon runs to his Phi Beta Sigma chapter, Dr. Rayford advocates for sickle cell disease research and the care of minorities and marginalized communities worldwide.
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What a mother’s love will do for patient of St. Jude
06/08/2023
From the moment Megan saw the photograph from the adoption agency, she knew she would do anything for her new daughter — including help save her life.
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‘My child has cancer’
06/08/2023
Mother’s online diary chronicles Rinoa’s treatment at St. Jude
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Celebrating Father's Day
Celebrating Father's Day
06/06/2023
In this collection, St. Jude dads share their experiences of parenting during a childhood cancer journey.
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St. Jude helped Adrienne find the art in life
06/06/2023
St. Jude patient Adrienne reflects on her cancer journey and path to a career in creativity.
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After saying ‘I do’, husband says thank you to St. Jude supporters
05/30/2023
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital gave Parker’s wife, Allie, a second chance at life.
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Journey to motherhood full of grief, loss and joy
05/19/2023
As a childhood cancer survivor, St. Jude has been woven into Jessica’s entire life. Now, it’s woven into her daughter’s as well.
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Around the World
Polaris Program donates Starlinks to St. Jude Global partners in 5 countries
05/17/2023
Hospitals and foundations that are part of the pilot program will be able to provide better care to patients due to high-speed, low-latency broadband internet.
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Possibilities
Five years after completing neuroblastoma treatment at St. Jude, Lucas dreams of a life by the sea
05/17/2023
The boy from Chile returned to the research hospital for a medical check-up — a crucial moment for him and his family.
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Perspectives
'We found something on his brain’
05/12/2023
Mom comforts son, Hudson, through cancer treatment at St. Jude.
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Possibilities
It’s not about the cards, candy or flowers — ‘He is my gift’
05/12/2023
For Mother’s Day, St. Jude mom Erika celebrates all the little moments with her son after treatment
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Bella is dad’s heart, his ‘everything’
05/10/2023
After diagnosis of a brain tumor, this family came to St. Jude where ‘the darkness entirely vanished.’ Now, dad cherishes every moment with his daughter.
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Perspectives
A Mother’s Day wish fulfilled thanks to St. Jude
05/02/2023
I arrived with my son, Carlos, at St. Jude on May 10. It was Mother’s Day in my native land of El Salvador, a day mothers normally wake up to smiles and hugs from their children. This one was very different.
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Possibilities
Mom & daughter: a cancer journey taken hand-in-hand
05/02/2023
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital helped this family survive life’s darkest moments to arrive at the most joyous of occasions.
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Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
05/01/2023
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital honors the contributions and influence the AAPI community has on its mission while sharing the stories of the children and families St. Jude serves.
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News & Updates
St. Jude scientists help show how new gene editing techniques can correct the mutation that causes sickle cell disease
04/27/2023
The novel approach, developed in collaboration with the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, is a hopeful step on the path to a cure.
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Around the World
30-year partnership between St. Jude, a hospital and a foundation in El Salvador
04/19/2023
A Salvadoran mother finds the answer to her son’s suffering and death from cancer.
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The St. Jude mission is to save more lives – everywhere. What makes it possible is you.
04/14/2023
At St. Jude, we believe every child deserves a chance to live their best life and celebrate every moment — no matter where they live. Treatments invented at St. Jude have helped raise the survival rates for children with cancer in the United states, where 4 out of 5 children survive. In many developing countries, however, fewer than 1 out of 5 survive. Your support gives kids with cancer around the world that chance.
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Storied Lives Podcast | Lindsey
04/13/2023
When Lindsey was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at 10 years old, her condition was so severe, doctors wanted her to take an emergency medical flight to St. Jude...but Lindsey refused.
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Selfless
Restaurateur of Lebanese-Syrian descent inspired by Danny Thomas’ ‘unconditional love’
04/12/2023
Lydia Massaad sees it as her mission to follow in the St. Jude founder’s footsteps, lighting his path, to share this lifesaving mission with the world.
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St. Jude and Monster Jam put a smile on Calvin’s face
04/11/2023
After a cancer diagnosis, this St. Jude patient found hope and light through art while in treatment.
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Storied Lives Podcast | Mariangeles
04/06/2023
When Mariangeles came to St. Jude, she was stepping into the unknown. She was from Venezuela. She only knew a few words of English, and she’d never heard of Elvis or his hometown. She also had no other choice: doctors in her hometown had given her a week to live.
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Arab American History Month
Celebrating Arab American History Month
04/03/2023
Danny Thomas, the founder of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, was the child of Lebanese immigrants. This collection details many who share that heritage, and how, over time, this support spread to include people from all backgrounds who have united around the lifesaving mission of St. Jude.
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Storied Lives Podcast | Addie
03/30/2023
Addie says what helped her push through treatment was chasing her dreams of performing and one day hearing her own music on the radio.
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Possibilities
‘The world just stopped’ with brain tumor diagnosis
03/30/2023
From the day their lives ‘changed forever,’ Sasha’s parents counted on St. Jude for their daughter’s mental and physical well-being.
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News & Updates
Study at St. Jude discovers a way that could keep soft tissue cancer from returning
03/30/2023
Results offer a promising lead for how researchers could find new ways to prevent relapses of other types of solid tumor cancers in kids
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Selfless
New York volunteer gives 100% to St. Jude
03/24/2023
When Regina Allen-Maxwell, was recruited to volunteer on behalf of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, she knew she needed to learn more about St. Jude and its mission.
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Selfless
Hoosier Hero to celebrate $500,000 fundraising milestone at St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Nashville
03/22/2023
Henderson’s involvement with St. Jude fitness events had begun at a point in her life — her late 40s — when she wanted to make a change in her overall fitness and stamina.
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Storied Lives Podcast | Adrienne
03/16/2023
Adrienne doesn’t remember much about her treatment at St. Jude because she was so young. She was diagnosed with ALL, acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in 1979. At that point, St. Jude hadn’t even been open 20 years.
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Storied Lives Podcast | Amy
03/16/2023
Amy knows firsthand that St. Jude never gives up on its patients because she’s been a patient twice.
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St. Jude patient shares her story with First Lady Jill Biden
03/14/2023
Katherin acknowledges that talking about her cancer journey has become a personal mission that motivates her to give her best every day.
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Possibilities
More than 10 years after a cancer diagnosis, an independent St. Jude patient is ready to ‘fly’
03/10/2023
Kayla’s mom worried a cancer diagnosis and treatment that followed would change the person her daughter was meant to be.
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Storied Lives Podcast | Enrique
03/09/2023
When Enrique’s daughter Arianna was three, she was diagnosed with a rate type of brain cancer called ATRT, which stands for Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor. Doctors gave her 13 months to live. The family came to St. Jude and, with cutting-edge treatments, helped Arianna live a lot longer.
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News & Updates
Donors help St. Jude care for the whole child
03/08/2023
Psychosocial services support patients and families during treatment, providing ‘joy and peace’ amid uncertain times
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Possibilities
After relapse, Luna finds hope and healing at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
03/07/2023
Cancer journey gives dad a new perspective and big dreams for his daughter and the mission of St. Jude to end childhood cancer everywhere.
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A big football player gets chance to see little boy with cancer all grown up
03/06/2023
Pro Football Hall of Famer Howie Long first met Owen when he was 5 and in treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Thanks to St. Jude research, Carrie celebrates life, looks forward to parenthood
02/28/2023
A protocol developed at St. Jude made it possible for Carrie to be treated at her local hospital. Today, she works in support of St. Jude, “the best humanity has to offer.”
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Storied Lives
Long-term Hodgkin lymphoma survivor reflects on her life 50 years after her treatment at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
02/27/2023
Robin Segal is a mother and grandmother, living an active life and treasuring her time with family.
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Selfless
TacticalGramma’s video game livestream connects followers to St. Jude
02/27/2023
Video game streamer and grandma Michelle Statham inspires others to help, too
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News & Updates
Black History Month and the stories that helped shape a movement
02/24/2023
As we celebrate Black History Month, we must remember history is still being made today and that we are all responsible for the care, dignity and respect of our neighbors.
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Around the World
Casa de la Amistad has partnered with St. Jude to raise childhood cancer survival rates in Mexico
02/15/2023
The organization has implemented new programs and is running an early detection campaign for childhood cancer.
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Around the World
Cancer survivor vows to ‘look after every kid with cancer in India’
02/15/2023
CanKids, a charity dedicated to kids with cancer in India, works with St. Jude so more kids live.
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Around the World
Foundation partners across the world join St. Jude Global Alliance
02/15/2023
The aim is to improve worldwide survival rates so there is no difference based on where a child grows up.
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Possibilities
Dad reflects on challenges of childhood cancer, burden lifted by St. Jude
02/14/2023
When Calvin was diagnosed with cancer, his family’s whole world was ‘flipped upside down.’ St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital provided a sense of calm.
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Storied Lives Podcast | Craig
02/09/2023
Without soccer, Craig might not have come to St. Jude. One day in high school, he got injured at practice. A trip to the doctor led to a diagnosis of a hernia and a torn spleen. And a blood test showed something more: leukemia.
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Storied Lives Podcast | Paula
02/09/2023
Her daughter Carson came to St. Jude when she was seven years old to be treated for osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer. The cancer metastasized to her lungs, and after 16 months Carson passed away.
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Storied Lives Podcast | Scott
02/09/2023
Without soccer, Craig might not have come to St. Jude. One day in high school, he got injured at practice. A trip to the doctor led to a diagnosis of a hernia and a torn spleen. And a blood test showed something more: leukemia.
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St. Jude Storied Lives Podcast
02/08/2023
St. Jude Storied Lives brings you intimate conversations with the patients and families of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. It’s hosted by Joel Alsup. He was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer, when he was 7 years old.
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Possibilities
Tina's 15th birthday, a celebration of life after a brain tumor
02/07/2023
Coming to St. Jude and meeting her doctor, we stopped being afraid." This teen's family remembers her experience with cancer while celebrating her birthday in style.
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News & Updates
On this St. Jude Founder’s Day and World Cancer Day we renew our resolve to make cures possible for every child — everywhere
02/02/2023
Discover the inspiring story of Danny Thomas, who founded St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 61 years ago with a mission to cure childhood leukemia. Today, St. Jude is a world-renowned center for pediatric research and treatment, thanks to the generosity and dedication of people like you who believe in Danny’s dream.
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Selfless
The NFL’s Jay Feely already was a supporter of St. Jude. Then it got personal
02/02/2023
The kicker turned CBS Sports NFL analyst learned a lot more about St. Jude after his niece was treated for cancer at St. Jude.
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From surviving to thriving after pediatric cancer
01/31/2023
St. Jude patient Allie builds a new life and a home on love and gratitude
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Born with sickle cell disease, Za’Mya thrives in care of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
01/26/2023
Mom credits St. Jude for the life her daughter is able to lead and includes its supporters among her family and village.
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News & Updates
New Family Commons area and support programs provide resources and respite to St. Jude families
01/26/2023
Home-away-from-home is possible thanks to historic $50 million gift from AbbVie
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Selfless
Fueled by a family legacy of giving, Jim Bourazak of Peoria rides on for St. Jude
01/19/2023
He knows how much St. Jude helps families because it helped his.
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Possibilities
Twelve years after first undergoing treatment at St. Jude for brain cancer, Ian enjoys life
01/18/2023
His dad credits the St. Jude commitment to ongoing cancer research for saving Ian, adding, “From day one, we have never seen a bill.”
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Selfless
Emma Myers, star of Netflix’s “Wednesday” on giving: “It heals the world”
01/13/2023
Emma Myers’ family are long-time supporters of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Possibilities
St. Jude patient takes her first steps for the second time
01/10/2023
St. Jude mom cheers as Eri’Elle learns to walk again
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Selfless
Quilt made with fabric featuring artwork of St. Jude patients tells a story
01/03/2023
Specialty fabrics offer more than something to snuggle under. They benefit the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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This little girl celebrated beating cancer at St. Jude in an unusual way
12/29/2022
Stella was 4 when she was diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia and treated at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Now 10, she has big dreams for the future.
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Felicity spent her very first Christmas in treatment at St. Jude. Today, she's growing up.
12/16/2022
An aggressive brain tumor could have ended her life, but Felicity is thriving thanks to St. Jude.
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News & Updates
Global collaboration spurs treatment breakthroughs at St. Jude
12/16/2022
We’ve seen scientific advancements over our 60-year history and through generations of patient families, but we can’t stop because there’s still so much to do.
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News & Updates
New study achieves 99 percent remission in children who relapse with most common childhood cancer
12/16/2022
An international collaboration St. Jude helped lead with a longstanding global partner finds success using novel combination of “reprogrammed” immune cells
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Selfless
How coloring pages and crayons are giving kids at St. Jude a chance
12/15/2022
In September, which is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Chili’s guests would be offered a coloring page featuring the outline of a chili pepper for a $1 donation to St. Jude.
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Perspectives
Marlo Thomas’ dedication to St. Jude means keeping her father’s promise
12/12/2022
Danny Thomas’ children grew up witnessing their father create the legacy St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. It was a powerful lesson in determination, love, empathy and compassion, taught by example.
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Selfless
A teenager in El Salvador honors her friend by fundraising for St. Jude
12/12/2022
As the first international participant in the St. Jude Leadership Society, Isabella Ramos-Berdugo wants to encourage other teens around the world to spread the word of St. Jude and its lifesaving mission.
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Selfless
Eri'Elle is always "ready for fun," despite intensive cancer treatment.
12/09/2022
Once unable to walk due to a tumor, St. Jude patient Eri'Elle is all about play.
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Selfless
Eri'Elle is always "ready for fun," despite intensive cancer treatment.
12/09/2022
Once unable to walk due to a tumor, St. Jude patient Eri'Elle is all about play.
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St. Jude Thanks and Giving®
12/08/2022
Every year, retail and corporate partners, celebrities, media and thousands of supporters across the country give to the annual St. Jude Thanks and Giving® holiday campaign to help the children of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Perspectives
Actress Sofia Vergara: St. Jude is doing great work here and around the world
12/08/2022
I’ve been supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital since 2012 and it’s one of my favorite things to do during the year.
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Selfless
When she lost her life to cancer, 9-year-old Carson left her piggy bank to St. Jude.
12/08/2022
Inspired by her actions, her mom encourages others to be drops that 'ripple out' to help cure childhood cancer.
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News & Updates
One event. One global family.
12/07/2022
On the largest single day of fundraising for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the love and care of millions were on display.
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Running Toward Life
2022 St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend
12/03/2022
More than 20,000 participants representing all 50 states and 75 countries took an emotional journey through the streets of Memphis as part of the St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend presented by Juice Plus+.
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Running Toward Life
St. Jude patient Katherin caps off big year with a first-time run in the St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend
12/03/2022
Filled with joy, Katherin finished her first St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend, thrilled to cross the finish line at AutoZone Park and grateful for the 20,000 participants who ran to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Running Toward Life
There’s no better way to celebrate 50 years of life than at the St. Jude Memphis Marathon
11/30/2022
Joe Skillen has run the St. Jude Memphis Marathon in a suit and believes fundraising should include a bit of fun.
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Selfless
St. Jude Supporter Smirky Shares His 'Why'
11/28/2022
Meet content creator Smirky who shares about his very important connection to the St. Jude mission through his cousin Faith and participation in the St. Jude PLAY LIVE campaign.
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News & Updates
St. Jude Memphis Marathon® runner turned St. Jude grandmother
11/18/2022
When granddaughter Stella became a patient, Becki 'had to do more’ to support the St. Jude mission.
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Running Toward Life
Kansas minister pushes to do more for St. Jude patients with a light-hearted approach to fundraising
11/17/2022
Joe Skillen has run the St. Jude Memphis Marathon in a suit and believes fundraising should include a bit of fun.
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News & Updates
Giving thanks for life and laughter
11/17/2022
The unbridled happiness of a St. Jude patient is reason for gratitude. Knowing we must do more for kids in need around the world is the reason we won’t stop.
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Perspectives
The moments that cemented Chip and Joanna Gaines’ steadfast support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
11/17/2022
The home improvement duo’s first visit to St. Jude ‘changed us forever.’
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News & Updates
Bold and innovative thinking the cornerstone of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
11/10/2022
St. Jude is focusing on the most difficult cancers to solve and collaborating with institutions around the world as it continues to be determined to impact families everywhere
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Perspectives
What Michael Strahan gets in return for giving to St. Jude teaches him important lessons about life
11/04/2022
Since his first visit in 2010, Michael Strahan has been a relentless supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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News & Updates
Childhood cancer, a journey traveled together as one
11/03/2022
The mission to cure childhood cancer is a global one, filled with like-minded communities sharing in success, tragedy and hope.
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Possibilities
St. Jude keeps Eliza giggling
10/27/2022
Mom and dad felt hopeless when their 4-month-old ‘ray of sunshine’ was diagnosed with retinoblastoma. St. Jude gave them hope and years of memories ahead.
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Home from St. Jude
Going 'Home from St. Jude' with lights flashing and sirens blaring was easy part
10/17/2022
Medulloblastoma is a rare cancerous brain tumor. Luke’s tumor was putting pressure on his brain and triggering vomiting.
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News & Updates
SAFER Ukraine provides a blueprint for responding to other global health crises
10/13/2022
Research led by St. Jude scientists is cited in The Lancet Haematology.
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News & Updates
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a blueprint for collaboration and care
10/13/2022
Cancer doesn’t know boundaries or borders, and neither should the care and treatment of children in need.
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Possibilities
Tina's quinceañera: a tradition of a lifetime
10/11/2022
After overcoming a cancer diagnosis at age 10, this St. Jude patient and her family celebrated her 15th birthday in style.
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News & Updates
Landmark study finds new gene mutations that drive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)
10/06/2022
St. Jude scientists helped lead a comprehensive genomic analysis to uncover the impact of genes on the treatment and outcome of the world’s most common childhood cancer.
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News & Updates
Ironmen: Three St. Jude dads tackle the IRONMAN 70.3 Memphis to honor their kids
10/05/2022
When they met at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, these patient dads developed a bond that would carry them through years, and across miles
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Selfless
Illinois teenager's "Streetside Serenades" raise funds for St. Jude
10/05/2022
Nathan Rastovac raised $3,500 for St. Jude with the Streetside Serenades. But the fundraising was thwarted several times by the pandemic.
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News & Updates
St. Jude continues to chart progress in how to understand and treat sickle cell disease
10/03/2022
Pioneering work in St. Jude labs provides "promising" path to a cure using gene editing.
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Running Toward Life
Three St. Jude dads unite for the St. Jude IRONMAN 70.3 Memphis
09/30/2022
Joining forces to fight cancer and honor their kids, they embarked on a lifelong friendship and the ultimate endurance test.
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News & Updates
‘ St. Jude never stopped trying’ to cure difficult-to-treat cancer
09/30/2022
Jonah passed away far too soon, but his family and community keep his selfless spirit and wish to give back alive by walking and running during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
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Selfless
Unconventional path launched St. Jude advocate Sian Proctor into space
09/28/2022
As a child, her parents encouraged her dream of becoming an astronaut. They never told her it might be difficult for a young Black girl.
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News & Updates
St. Jude Walk/Run Photo Gallery 2022
09/26/2022
Scenes from the 2022 St. Jude Walk/Run
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St. Jude Inspire Audio Stories | The long road home
09/23/2022
Each cancer journey is different. For Jennings, it’s meant years of treatment, hundreds of highway miles between his home state and St. Jude in Tennessee, and two bone marrow transplants. St. Jude Inspire writer Karina Bland tells the story of Jennings through the eyes of his dad Joel.
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Storied Lives Podcast | Emily
09/23/2022
When Emily was 16, she was an active kid, filling her days with extracurricular activities and time with friends. But then she became lethargic. She got painful headaches. Eventually, she was diagnosed with leukemia.
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News & Updates
Why we walk: For patients like Eri’Elle and her mom, who found hope at St. Jude
09/22/2022
During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we offer gratitude to everyone participating in St. Jude Walk/Run events. Your support means the world for kids in need around the globe.
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Running Toward Life
St. Jude supporter walks for the children who survive – and the ones who don’t
09/21/2022
Heidi Guest worried about what she would feel the first time she visited St. Jude. What she saw made her want to be a part of the mission.
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News & Updates
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, thy name is Hope
09/15/2022
During September — Childhood Cancer Awareness Month — tens of thousands team up to walk and run for our mission. Those team names speak volumes.
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Running Toward Life
Latino activist supports St. Jude for a big reason
09/14/2022
David Carrizosa believes when people give to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, it changes the world for the better.
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Possibilities
Families rocked by cancer describe healing power of unity at St. Jude
09/13/2022
“When you’re together, you can make things happen,” said Stephanie, a St. Jude parent.
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News & Updates
A letter of love, the promise of hope
09/08/2022
In a note to her son, Regina gives thanks for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the community that helped heal Emmanuel.
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News & Updates
At St. Jude, research drives clinical care, but what drives the researchers?
09/08/2022
Two St. Jude physicians talk about the vision of Danny Thomas, and how the care they feel for families drives their search for better treatments.
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Running Toward Life
Uncle of St. Jude brain cancer survivor realizes when you run for St. Jude, you’re never alone
09/07/2022
There’s a harmony in running in the St. Jude Walk/Run event that makes Zach Kepsel feel connected to others – even in the middle of the vast Utah desert.
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Running Toward Life
St. Jude mom walks to help cure brain cancer that claimed son’s life
09/01/2022
Mom and organizer of the St. Jude Walk/Run team Jonah and the Whales says her son 'never wanted another family to have to walk this road.'
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News & Updates
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is a time to reflect and to act
09/01/2022
Your support during September — and year-round — means the world to kids in treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, to the families of those we’ve lost and to kids yet to be diagnosed.
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Possibilities
St. Jude eye cancer survivor thriving on football field and in life
08/30/2022
Emmanuel lost an eye to cancer - but never his vision for the future.
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Perspectives
Dear Emmanuel: St. Jude mom pens emotional letter to son starting college
08/30/2022
Regina worked in health care and was a breast cancer survivor when Emmanuel was diagnosed with eye cancer as a 4-year-old. She's called St. Jude a "community of hope" and credits Emmanuel's child life specialists for his can-do optimism after his left eye was removed.
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Selfless
California woman finds it in her “heart and soul” to raise funds through ‘The Holy Walkamoles’ for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
08/30/2022
Jessica Burpee formed the St. Jude Walk/Run team, which has raised more than $30,000.
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News & Updates
St. Jude began as a bold dream; we continue to boldly dream for the future
08/26/2022
When American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities was founded in 1957, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital was still a dream. A blue-sky idea guided by imagination, heart and compassion.
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Selfless
Inspiration amidst the pandemic: St. Jude gives New York businessman a reason to be generous during difficult times
08/26/2022
Michael Duggal had been a longtime supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, but now he's even more involved, donating funds and space for the St. Jude 60th Anniversary NYC Gala.
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Possibilities
Reid’s St. Jude journey is a quilt of stories, lessons and triumphs
08/19/2022
This family wasn’t planning for childhood cancer — no family does — but St. Jude was here for them and became their ‘saving grace.’
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News & Updates
FedEx Purple Eagle ceremony becomes St. Jude family reunion
08/18/2022
Every year, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital partner FedEx names a plane for a St. Jude patient. Every year, a mini family reunion breaks out and warms the heart.
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Possibilities
St. Jude kids shine on the world stage at FedEx St. Jude Championship
08/15/2022
Will Zalatoris has first PGA TOUR win in a contest that provides enduring support for St. Jude.
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Possibilities
FedEx St. Jude Championship: St. Jude brain cancer survivor excels at second shot
08/12/2022
Ad airing during the PGA TOUR highlights Ian’s perseverance on course and in life.
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News & Updates
St. Jude leaders, supporters celebrated during Black Philanthropy Month
08/11/2022
In August, and year-round, we offer our deepest gratitude to pioneers of color who have led the way and the generous donors who help make it possible.
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News & Updates
Celebrating 10 years: FedEx Purple Eagle honorees then and now
08/10/2022
In the past 10 years, 10 St. Jude patient have been honored as FedEx Purple Eagle honorees, a program in which a plane features the name of a child or a grandchild of a FedEx team member. Here’s what they’re up to now.
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Possibilities
St. Jude patient Riley honored as Purple Eagle patient
08/10/2022
For this year’s FedEx St. Jude Championship, Riley will be honored as the Purple Eagle patient, a program in which a plane features the name of a child or grandchild of a FedEx team member.
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News & Updates
Kids of St. Jude spend memorable day with PGA Tour pro at Overton Park 9 golf course
08/09/2022
Collin Morikawa took time out to play with St. Jude kids at newly restored public golf course in Memphis, creating community impact that goes far beyond sports.
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Possibilities
FedEx St. Jude Championship: 18th hole marks end of emotional trek for St. Jude cancer survivor
08/09/2022
For years, Will Patton's parents have been synching his yearly checkup visits to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital with the PGA TOUR stop in Memphis.
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News & Updates
Leadership and compassion on display in the next generation of St. Jude supporters
08/05/2022
When the St. Jude Leadership Society visited, inspiration, purpose and kindness were the order of the day.
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News & Updates
Spurred by the mission and inspired by a trailblazer, Mississippi doctor gives to support St. Jude
08/04/2022
As Dr. Rayford learned more about St. Jude — how it had opened as an inclusive hospital in 1962 at the height of civil rights strife in the South and welcomed children regardless of race, and how it employed and promoted doctors, scientists and staff of color, as well — Rayford knew this was a cause that deserved his support.
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News & Updates
Jared Isaacman and Polaris Dawn inspire St. Jude supporters, patients
07/27/2022
Stories of great courage and purpose instill a sense of service and selflessness in future generations.
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Selfless
Polaris Dawn takes St. Jude back to space, boosting efforts to save more children worldwide
07/27/2022
Tech entrepreneur and adventurer Jared Isaacman is commanding the new space mission, just as he led Inspiration4 that raised more than $250 million for St. Jude last year.
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Running Toward Life
A promise fulfilled: honoring a friend as a St. Jude Hero
07/26/2022
Luis Fortin is determined to run every year, inspired to raise funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in memory of his friend.
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News & Updates
St. Jude is here, for the kids we love and those we’ll never know
07/22/2022
Through compassion and a sense of purpose greater than the individual, the mission of St. Jude has spread love, care and hope around the world for 60 years.
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Possibilities
Charlotte has changed her mother's life, and her outlook. 'She made me a mom,' and then 'a cancer mom.'
07/15/2022
When 7-year-old Charlotte was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, her treatment plan at St. Jude was tailored to her particular subtype of medulloblastoma, giving her a second chance at life. Her mother, Barbara, tells their story.
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Special Report: Ukraine
Ukrainians evacuate childhood cancer patients, join convoy to visit Polish triage center
07/07/2022
'It was emotional': Doctor and foundation leader travel across border to meet St. Jude colleagues who came from half a world away
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News & Updates
Generations of selfless service have fueled the St. Jude mission
07/06/2022
After Moira was treated at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for leukemia, she's lived her life to the fullest. And that includes giving back any way she can.
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News & Updates
Honoring Dr. Jackson and a legacy of culture and innovation
07/01/2022
When Dr. Rudolph Jackson came to St. Jude in 1968, he wanted to make an impact. Thanks to our supporters, that impact continues into the future.
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News & Updates
St. Jude researcher Ellis Neufeld, MD, PhD, receives national award for work in pediatric hematology
06/23/2022
Neufeld is the recipient of the 2022 George R. Buchanan Lectureship Award from the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (ASPHO).
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Special Report: Ukraine
St. Jude Inspire Audio Stories | The chain remains unbroken
06/23/2022
St. Jude Inspire podcast host Geoffrey Redick talks with writer Kristina Goetz about Natalia Vilcu’s experiences helping pediatric cancer patients leave Ukraine to continue treatment.
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News & Updates
St. Jude offers comfort, support for dads on their special day and year-round
06/17/2022
On Father’s Day, we honor dads and father figures as they love and care for their kids during challenging days of treatment.
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Possibilities
Like son, like father: St. Jude dad hopes to be like cancer survivor son
06/16/2022
As he gets ready to send his son, Pete, off to college, St. Jude dad Jeff is thankful for a life that almost never was.
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Perspectives
We celebrated the 'milestone miracles' with our daughter at St. Jude until she was declared cancer-free
06/15/2022
Kenneth R. Lewis' daughter, Lauren, was treated for stage IV neuroblastoma at St. Jude in 2005. She graduated high school last month and is preparing to attend college in Alabama this fall.
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Possibilities
St. Jude dads' bond forged through shared worry and hope
06/13/2022
With their daughters in treatment, Dan and David relied on each other for support, found friendship through common experience.
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News & Updates
When a family’s focus changes due to a cancer diagnosis, St. Jude is there
06/09/2022
A brain tumor was the last thing Jillian expected for her son, who loved the outdoors and had a contagious giggle. Thankfully, St. Jude supporters helped lift the weight of worry from her family.
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Home from St. Jude
A long journey of one kind ends with long ride 'Home from St. Jude'
06/08/2022
Sometimes, on a journey, there are roadblocks, detours and delays along the way. Cancer is like that, too.
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News & Updates
Cutting-edge research leads to uplifting hope
06/03/2022
For 60 years, patients and parents have put their faith in the science, researchers and doctors of St. Jude, helping advance treatment for kids of the future.
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Perspectives
My son is thriving thanks to the progress St. Jude has made treating medulloblastoma
06/01/2022
Jillian Bolding's son, Alexander, was treated for medulloblastoma at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in 2018. She is now working as the Regional Development Director in Oklahoma for ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude.
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News & Updates
St. Jude develops new tool to track genetic variations for rare diseases, shares it freely
05/31/2022
Scientists have developed and shared a computational tool that could help identify why some people are prone to rare diseases — from multiple cancers to neurodegenerative diseases like ALS.
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News & Updates
At St. Jude, a collaborative approach takes scientific research from bench to bedside
05/31/2022
By working together, doctors and researchers at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital develop new treatments and improve outcomes for patients.
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News & Updates
From humble beginnings, a campaign and a dream to help save lives worldwide
05/26/2022
When St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital opened in 1962, a Louisiana pediatrician sent his toughest cases to be treated. Thanks to Dr. Mack — and you — our mission now has a global reach.
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Around the World
One mother's actions aimed at improving childhood cancer treatments across Mexico
05/26/2022
After her daughter was treated at St. Jude, Claudia Blanco vowed to provide better care for other kids back home.
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News & Updates
From clinical trials to cures: a breakdown of research at St. Jude
05/23/2022
Kinlee's journey with medulloblastoma shows how research in the labs at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital can translate to better outcomes for patients.
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News & Updates
St. Jude graduates fulfill their dreams, one milestone at a time
05/20/2022
As we reflect on the Class of 2022, let’s celebrate the determination and care it takes for childhood cancer patients to reach this stage.
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Special Report: Ukraine
Partner foundation in Moldova helps evacuate Ukrainian kids with cancer despite fears for their own safety
05/18/2022
Without time to ask 'how, when and how much,' two Moldovan women rushed to join the humanitarian effort when St. Jude called for help.
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St. Jude Class of '22
05/12/2022
Becoming the people they are today hasn’t been easy, but these St. Jude cancer survivors are graduating high school with passions and dreams intact.
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St. Jude Class of '22
05/12/2022
Becoming the people they are today hasn’t been easy, but these St. Jude cancer survivors are graduating high school with passions and dreams intact.
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St. Jude Class of '22
05/12/2022
Becoming the people they are today hasn’t been easy, but these St. Jude cancer survivors are graduating high school with passions and dreams intact.
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Selfless
Dr. Donald Mack: A life of service, a legacy of hope
05/12/2022
As a young pediatrician, Dr. Mack thought he could cure anything except childhood cancer. He counted on St. Jude for that.
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As Lauren heads off to college, she wants the world to know she's more than 'the girl who had cancer'
05/12/2022
She was treated at St. Jude as a toddler, now she's a gymnast, pianist, scholar and fashion designer.
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High school baseball, golf standout beats cancer twice
05/12/2022
With the help of St. Jude doctors, this patient now cancer-free has dreams of becoming a doctor himself.
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Teen's high school scrapbook documents St. Jude 'adventure'
05/12/2022
Abby's kindness is evidence of parents' philosophy during brain cancer treatment.
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Childhood leukemia survivor prepares to pursue a medical career, wants to give back
05/12/2022
Juan Sebastian's journey fighting cancer reinforced his love of science and biology, and he now dreams of becoming a doctor — at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
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Emma, the reigning Miss Teen Magnolia State, was treated for cancer at St. Jude
05/12/2022
But she wondered: Can you claim an experience you don’t remember?
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Appreciative of each day, St. Jude childhood cancer survivor happy to live an ordinary life
05/12/2022
Pete is just regular kid doing regular things. And that's enough for him.
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With St. Jude on his team, Emmanuel worked hard and kept the faith on the football field
05/12/2022
'Root for that guy,' says Emmanuel's high school coach.
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Giving back for the gift of life
05/12/2022
At 8 years old, Moira was treated at St. Jude. As a graduating senior, she appreciates what she has and is on a journey of growth and service.
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A little nervous but hopeful after high school, St. Jude cancer survivor casts his line
05/12/2022
Dylan's experienced a brain tumor, blindness and the pandemic, so he figures he can get through anything now.
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Jean Pierre, diagnosticado con un tumor cerebral, irá a la Universidad de Penn State
05/12/2022
El amor por la construcción y el diseño se despertó cuando era paciente en St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Teen’s memories of high school include St. Jude cancer experience filled with grace notes
05/12/2022
Angelina draws from cancer experience for her kind acts.
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Diagnosed with a brain tumor, Jean Pierre headed to Penn State University
05/12/2022
Love of building and design was sparked while a patient at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Sobreviviente de leucemia se prepara para seguir una carrera médica
05/12/2022
La lucha contra el cáncer reforzó el amor por la ciencia y la biología para Juan Sebastian y ahora sueña con convertirse en médico en St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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With St. Jude on his team, Emmanuel worked hard and kept the faith on the football field
05/12/2022
'Root for that guy,' says Emmanuel's high school coach.
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Teen finds comfort in St. Jude, hair bands and vinyl records
05/12/2022
Gage feels grateful just to be alive after brain cancer. Now he wants to help others facing the same challenges.
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Special Report: Ukraine
St. Jude Inspire Audio Stories | The capital of brave people
05/10/2022
When Russia invaded Ukraine, the people who run the Tabletochki Charitable Foundation got to safety and then got back to work. They knew many of the people they serve — Ukrainian kids with cancer — could no longer be treated in their home country.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Rock n Roll runner Lynda Tysver
05/02/2022
Lynda's support of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital spans more than 30 years and touches every area of her life. And like St. Jude, she won't stop.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Rock n Roll runner Frank Griggs
05/02/2022
Many people vacation overseas, with a bucket list of top destinations around the world. Frank Griggs travels with a purpose around America, bringing his running shoes and his own version of a bucket list.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Rock n Roll runner Dave Lew
05/02/2022
St. Jude Hero Dave Lew says he fell in love with the St. Jude Memphis Marathon since the moment he set foot in the Bluff City. Now, after nine years, he reflects on who pushed him to run in the first place and why he still continues to do so.
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Possibilities
New treatment offers hope for devastating brain tumor diagnosis for 6-year-old girl
04/29/2022
Lizzie is back home in Texas going to school, participating in jiu-jitsu, and hoping to become a triathlete just like her older brother and sister.
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Special Report: Ukraine
St. Jude partner from Ukraine holding onto dream despite war
04/26/2022
Tabletochki Foundation makes life better for Ukrainian kids with cancer and won't give up on dream of country’s first pediatric oncology hospital.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Rock 'n' Roll runner Anamaria Castaneda
04/22/2022
Through the power of radio, St. Jude Hero Anamaria Castaneda is able to spread the St. Jude mission to English- and Spanish-speaking people across Nashville. She says any audience can receive the message of St. Jude — regardless of language — because cancer is a universal problem.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Special Report Ukraine: Yuliya Nogovitsyna
04/22/2022
Yuliya Nogovitsyna, a Ukrainian mother and the program director of the Tabletochki Foundation says it's not just her kids she has to think about in this time of war but hundreds of others with cancer diagnoses.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Special Report Ukraine: Natalia Wobst
04/22/2022
A global network of cancer centers is now the pathway to safety for hundreds of Ukrainian pediatric cancer patients. In this episode, we hear from someone who got to meet several Ukrainian patients when they arrived in Memphis.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Rock 'n' Roll runner Sue Ellen Henderson
04/22/2022
Sue Ellen Henderson doesn’t run fast, but she does run with purpose. She’s a St. Jude Hero, entering the St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Nashville Marathon every year, rain or shine.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Rock 'n' Roll runner Rob Devine
04/22/2022
Rob fell in love with distance running, but wanted to find a purpose to propel him. His dad inspired him to become a St. Jude Hero, and now he's hooked on the lifesaving mission.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Special Report Ukraine: Malgorzata Dutkiewicz
04/22/2022
As director of Herosi Foundation, a St. Jude Global partner and pediatric cancer charity in Poland, Malgorzata is now working around the clock on the complicated logistics of safely evacuating patients to clinics and hospitals in Poland and beyond.
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Possibilities
St. Jude patient Kamryn shares big personality with the world
04/19/2022
Melissa looks up to and admires her son, thanks St. Jude for giving her hope.
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Possibilities
Karate set the foundation; St. Jude helped Zoe achieve her goals
04/06/2022
After treatment for a brain tumor, Zoe’s determination and positive attitude led her to realize her dream of becoming a champion.
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Possibilities
St. Jude cancer survivor Katherin takes no day for granted
04/05/2022
Diagnosed with cancer at 19, Katherin made it through treatment thanks to her family, her faith and St. Jude.
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Special Report: Ukraine
These women are the linchpin in global effort to save Ukrainian kids with cancer
04/05/2022
The only two employees of Herosi Foundation, a St. Jude partner, have been critical in getting more than 730 kids with cancer to safety so far.
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Special Report: Ukraine
St. Jude Inspire Audio Stories | You don’t pause to say, “Should I help?” You help.
04/05/2022
Natalia Wobst and Yuri Yanishevski are ALSAC employees who have met the Ukrainian patients and their families who are being treated at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Perspectives
St. Jude is "the right place at the right time" for brain cancer patient Von
03/31/2022
First-person essay by Von's mom describes their journey to "the right place at the right time," St. Jude.
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Special Report: Ukraine
St. Jude welcomes second group of pediatric cancer patients from Ukraine
03/29/2022
A plane chartered by St. Jude brought children from Ukraine to Memphis to continue medical treatment disrupted by the Russian invasion.
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Special Report: Ukraine
First Lady Jill Biden visits St. Jude, highlights research and global outreach
03/26/2022
"You offer healing and hope," Dr. Biden said after meeting with Ukrainian evacuees receiving cancer treatment at St. Jude.
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Special Report: Ukraine
“I am here with one purpose—to cure my son.”
03/25/2022
Mothers of Ukrainian cancer patients at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital speak of their heartbreak and hope.
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Special Report: Ukraine
Meeting four young Ukrainian cancer patients has renewed my soul
03/24/2022
I was a refugee from Ukraine 31 years ago. My welcome to the young evacuees from my homeland at St. Jude: You're safe now.
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Special Report: Ukraine
First evacuated Ukrainian childhood cancer patients arrive in U.S. — at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
03/22/2022
The four children are among more than 600 evacuated to advanced cancer centers across Europe and North America to resume treatments.
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Special Report: Ukraine
Ukrainian couple volunteering to help children with cancer get to safety
03/20/2022
Through St. Jude, they’re giving back by translating medical records of evacuated Ukrainian children to be treated across Europe, North America.
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Special Report: Ukraine
Long established St. Jude global partnerships speed evacuation of Ukrainian kids
03/18/2022
St. Jude Global has worked for years with Ukrainian partners, others across globe to save more kids with cancer, enabling rapid, mass humanitarian response.
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Possibilities
Family emerges from ‘dark place’ of cancer diagnosis together, stronger thanks to St. Jude
03/17/2022
Riku was treated for medulloblastoma, a brain tumor, at 3 years old. Today, this caring and kind boy is back home in Japan, playing soccer and attending school.
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Possibilities
After treatment for leukemia at St. Jude, Luna looks to the stars
03/16/2022
Luna aspires to be a doctor, teacher, physical therapist and now an astronaut, all careers inspired by her time at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Around the World
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital coordinating global partners to evacuate children with cancer from Ukraine
03/15/2022
Hundreds of kids have been moved to hospitals across Europe and some may soon come to U.S., St. Jude.
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Around the World
Philanthropist Jared Isaacman, his Polaris Dawn team, aid ill Ukrainian children through network coordinated by St. Jude
03/14/2022
Team delivers Starlink technology to Poland, enabling global partners to communicate, helping get kids with cancer to safety and treatment.
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Selfless
Sigma Gamma Rho 'ambassador' Sandra Aguilar lives her values for St. Jude
03/07/2022
Her sorority, a longtime supporter of the mission, pledges to raise $1 million this year.
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Around the World
Determined Ukrainian aids kids facing battle on two fronts
03/01/2022
St. Jude partner working to sustain essential treatment for young cancer patients even as she’s stranded 4,600 miles from home.
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Possibilities
During treatment at St. Jude for kidney cancer, Bailey dreamed of what she'd be when she grew up
02/24/2022
Now that she is done with treatment, Bailey has her sights set on a law career and being in the Marine Corps, just like her dad.
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Selfless
St. Jude mother, worried her son would be forgotten, realizes he left a legacy.
02/16/2022
Amelia Salas lost one son to cancer. She’s counting on what St. Jude researchers and doctors are learning from genetic testing to save another.
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News & Updates
With her Sichuan sauce and her support for St. Jude, Fly by Jing's founder is bringing people into the fold
02/16/2022
Jing Gao uses her wildly popular brand to change how the world views Chinese food
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News & Updates
The Purpose that Unites Us
02/09/2022
Sixty voices tell a single story of support, hope, the power of dreams and a common purpose.
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Kindness
For musician Rick Monroe, a prayerful song is his gift to St. Jude kids
02/08/2022
The Nashville artist says the lryics of the song took on new meaning for him after his family was touched by cancer.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Tylur French: Supporting St. Jude through art
02/04/2022
Sculptor Tylur French's work for St. Jude is a shimmering ode to the lifesaving mission on the Memphis campus and on the seas. Work he does on behalf of the research hospital gives him clear purpose: "This is really what I'm supposed to be doing."
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Ashtyn: A life with special purpose
02/04/2022
Ashtyn's parents always knew she had a special purpose on earth. Now that she's doing well after treatment for medulloblastoma, they are grateful for the chance to see what her future will hold.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Maity Interiano: Bringing news and St. Jude to Hispanic audiences
02/04/2022
Univision news anchor Maity Interiano says her parents instilled in her the spirit of giving from an early age, a lesson she carries on in her support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Damon Willis: Following lessons from mom
02/04/2022
When Damon Willis was a kid, his mother was a nurse at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and he still remembers her coming home from work and telling her children about the young patients she cared for.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
David Karam: Continuing a family legacy
02/04/2022
St. Jude has been a part of David Karam’s life for as long as he can remember, starting when he volunteered at events as a child with his family. Now, as chair of the ALSAC/ St. Jude Boards of Directors and Governors, he said, “It is a noble and honorable mission.”
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The Purpose that Unites Us
George Simon: Working toward a day St. Jude is no longer needed
02/04/2022
George Simon, a member of the ALSAC/ St. Jude Boards of Directors and Governors, inherited the mission of St. Jude from his father. He looks forward to a day when there's no longer a need for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
George Jalinos: Part of his DNA
02/04/2022
As a a member of The New York St. Jude Hope and Heritage Gala, George Jalinos is a pillar in the Lebanese Syrian community, and says it's in his DNA to support the mission of St. Jude.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Maria Chandler: Helping Hispanic families at St. Jude
02/04/2022
Maria Chandler, one of the first Hispanic volunteers at St. Jude, has been helping Spanish-speaking patients and their families at the research hospital since 1985.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
St. Jude dad Chris: Searching for a cure for sickle cell disease
02/04/2022
Chris first joined the St. Jude family in a way no one would choose: as a patient dad. Determined to contribute to finding a cure for the sickle cell disease that afflicts his two daughters, he now works as a lab technician at St. Jude.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Anthony Brown: Finding courage in kids of St. Jude
02/04/2022
Gospel singer Anthony Brown shares an inspiring story about how the children of St. Jude gave him courage on the red carpet, and how St. Jude is now part of his life’s purpose.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Yesenia Salgado: Supporting other parents
02/04/2022
After the death of her son, Yesenia Salgado says she can relate to the parents and families helped by St. Jude, and finds purpose in supporting them.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
AJ Rafael: Giving back to fulfill a father's legacy
02/04/2022
Musician AJ Rafael used to watch his father play the piano at churches in his community in California. Now he plays to honor his legacy, and supports St. Jude in the process.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
St. Jude nurse Teresa Street: Science and kindness
02/04/2022
St. Jude may be Danny Thomas’ dream, but many people come together to make it a reality. For more than 20 years, St. Jude nurse Teresa Street has been one of them.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Joyce Aboussie: Finding a life-long purpose
02/04/2022
Joyce Aboussie recalls how her dad came home from a meeting with Danny Thomas and announced he planned to support the entertainer's goals, despite the family's limited resources. Now a member of the ALSAC/ St. Jude Boards of Directors and Governors, she inherited a sense of purpose that has spanned her life and culminated in her own service.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Alfa López: Spreading love and compassion through the airwaves
02/04/2022
Radio host Alfa López has supported St. Jude for decades, participating in the Promesa y Esperanza radiothons. Her passion for St. Jude came about because she had to cope as a mother of a child with health challenges.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Frederick Azar, MD: Supporting the mission in Memphis
02/04/2022
Frederick Azar, MD, vice chair of the ALSAC/ St. Jude Boards of Directors and Governors, believes it's a point of pride as a Memphian to have St. Jude in his city and to work to support the mission.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Danny Thomas: Founding St. Jude
02/04/2022
St. Jude founder Danny Thomas said no child should die in the dawn of life. Sixty years after the doors of St. Jude opened, doctors and scientists are committed to improving childhood cancer survival rates around the world.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Imani Brown: Daring to make a difference
02/04/2022
Her mother’s act of daring in the face of injustice — and her mother's death from cancer — inspires Imani to raise the funds and awareness needed to help cure childhood cancer.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Paula Head: Honoring her daughter's memory
02/04/2022
Paula Head lost her daughter, St. Jude patient Carson, to cancer. After her daughter’s passing, she came to work at ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude, and is now an advocate who represents St. Jude patients and their families. For her, Carson’s story is the purpose that unites us.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Jason Farmer: Giving back to St. Jude
02/04/2022
Jason Farmer, a volunteer and long-time supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, talks about his family's participation in the nutrition and wellness program at the research hospital when he was a child growing up in an impoverished Memphis neighborhood during the civil rights era.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Judy Habib: Another circle in our lives
02/04/2022
Growing up, Judy Habib remembers always having the community of St. Jude in her life. As a member of the ALSAC/ St. Jude Boards of Directors and Governors, she reflects on the goodness that came out of the common struggle to build St. Jude.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Techniq: Streaming for St. Jude
02/04/2022
Along with the purpose he found at St. Jude, Frank Ellerbe — known to his fans on Twitch as Techniq — gained perspective. He found it in the smiles of the children treated here.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Donnie McClurkin: Remembering the early days of St. Jude
02/04/2022
Singer-songwriter and pastor Donnie McClurkin says he remembers the "Danny Thomas days" of St. Jude and he continues to be motivated by its mission to help children with cancer.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Kevin Burpee: Making a difference through giving
02/04/2022
Kevin Burpee calls St. Jude “a life-changing organization” and not only for the patients who receive treatment at the research hospital in Memphis. It's one reason he's such an ardent supporter.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Alberto Pappo, MD: Inspired by a culture of excellence
02/04/2022
Alberto Pappo, MD, is sure there’s no other place like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. He worked at St. Jude, left for a time, and came back for a compelling reason.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
St. Jude dad Rob: Celebrating second chances
02/04/2022
A few years ago, Rob was focused on his business, making money and providing for his family. But with his daughter's cancer diagnosis, his priorities changed.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Tim Wang: Promoting inclusivity and service to others
02/04/2022
Tim Wang, the founder and principal of TDW+Co, serves on the Pacific Northwest Advisory Council of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude. Wang's sense of service is driven by his love for his community and his commitment to promote inclusivity in the world.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Paul Ayoub: Carrying on a legacy
02/04/2022
Paul Ayoub, Chairman of the St. Jude Board of Governors, talks about the legacy he and other early supporters inherited from Danny Thomas, and the purpose he feels to carry that dream forward to help St. Jude families.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Bertha Idrovo: Donating in honor of her children
02/04/2022
Bertha Idrovo never got a chance to hold her two babies, but every month she donates to St. Jude to save lives of other youngsters.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
St. Jude patient Heather: Finding my passion
02/04/2022
Heather was diagnosed with leukemia when she was 17 years old and was treated at St. Jude. Inspired by her Child Life specialists, she knew she wanted to pursue a career helping children.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Carlos Rodriguez-Galindo, MD: Improving care on a global scale
02/04/2022
When he came to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital from his native Spain, Carlos Rodriguez-Galindo, MD, only planned to stay for a year. But after nearly three decades in the United States, he now is the director of St. Jude Global, which aims to improve care for children with cancer around the world.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
eL Seed: Finding symmetry with St. Jude
02/04/2022
Working mainly with Arabic calligraphy to create art that speaks of peace and unity, eL Seed says he feels a powerful symmetry with St. Jude in Memphis — from its founder Danny Thomas to its care of sick children from all over the world and its belief in the healing qualities of art.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Maggie Cupit-Link, MD: Working for ‘the kids who inspired me’
02/04/2022
Maggie Cupit-Link, MD, was supposed to be taking a summer research job at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. But instead, she entered the doors as a patient. The experience gave her a new calling, uniting her with the mission of St. Jude.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
James Downing, MD: Part of the mission
02/04/2022
When James Downing, MD first came to St. Jude, he was struck by how different it was from any other place he’d ever worked. “It was really walking through those doors, meeting every person who was part of this institution, part of the mission. And it was different than anywhere else that I had been.”
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Gladys Abi-Najm: Creating a legacy of generosity through Lebanese food
02/04/2022
Through her restaurant business, Gladys Abi-Najm has introduced Americans to the joys of Lebanese cuisine, one piece of pita bread at a time. Her family's heritage is what unites her with St. Jude.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Joseph Shaker: Reflecting on the founding of St. Jude
02/04/2022
A member of the ALSAC/ St. Jude Boards of Directors and Governors, Joseph Shaker says only St. Jude founder Danny Thomas could have brought everyone together for the purpose of making St. Jude.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Robert Vargas: Finding artistic inspiration from St. Jude
02/04/2022
Robert Vargas, a Los Angeles-based artist, sees parallels between his massive, colorful murals and the work that is being done at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Diego Hijano, MD: Innovating at St. Jude
02/04/2022
As an assistant member in the Infectious Diseases Department at St. Jude, Diego Hijano, MD, says that what sets St. Jude apart is the ability to be innovative with treatments and the possibility of discovering new approaches for patients.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Tomi Abbott: A nurse donor who promotes the lifesaving mission of St. Jude
02/04/2022
Tomi and her husband are healthcare professionals who live in Portland and believe in the lifesaving mission of St. Jude.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Ann Tack-McClure: Running for cancer research
02/04/2022
Ann Tack-McClure has run in 73 marathons and doesn't plan to stop anytime soon. Through her running, she has raised thousands of dollars for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. A breast cancer survivor, she said she will continue to raise funds for cancer research.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Luis Fonsi: Singing the praises of St. Jude
02/04/2022
Singer Luis Fonsi first visited St. Jude about 15 years ago. After experiencing the mission first-hand, he says he left with "a smile and a desire to share about St. Jude with the entire world."
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The Purpose that Unites Us
St. Jude mom Jayne: Danny Thomas' dream inspires and saves lives
02/04/2022
Jayne found hope at St. Jude for her daughter Claire, who was diagnosed with medulloblastoma. Her family wants to be part of ensuring St. Jude is a place of hope far into the future.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Leticia Barr: Inspiring younger generations
02/04/2022
Leticia Barr's main goal in life is to inspire younger generations. She wants her kids to understand the world — and her support of St. Jude is part of the process of teaching them.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Marlo and Tony Thomas: Making dad's dream their own
02/04/2022
Marlo and Tony Thomas followed their famous dad, Danny, into the family businesses — show business and St. Jude. Their success in the former gave them a voice they used in the latter, building on his legacy of love and healing.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Kenzie: Passing joy on to other patients
02/04/2022
After successful treatment at St. Jude, Kenzie says she hopes to work at the research hospital one day, to bring joy to other children like her doctors did for her.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Patrick Warburton: A defining role
02/04/2022
You know his face from TV shows like 'Rules of Engagement' and his voice from animated features like 'Bee Movie.' But to see Patrick Warburton support the kids of St. Jude is to know his heart.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Justin Baker, MD: Finding reasons to celebrate
02/04/2022
Dr. Baker is head of Quality of Life and Palliative Care at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and, surprisingly, finds a lot to celebrate. “It helps me dream, it helps patients and families dream,” he said.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Sarah Ford: Living a full, healthy life
02/04/2022
After she was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 1985, Sarah Ford's doctor referred her to St. Jude to take advantage of groundbreaking treatment the research hospital was providing. There's a family story about what her doctor told her parents: That they would all, one day, be dancing at her wedding.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Esther Obeng, MD, PhD: Drawn to curing the incurable
02/04/2022
At St. Jude, Esther Obeng, MD, PhD, found a blend of her passions: treating patients as a physician and conducting research aimed at finding new therapies and cures.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Dean Troutman: Trekking with a sense of purpose
02/04/2022
After the death of his wife, Dean Troutman began an impressive solo trek that motivated others to get involved. This inspiring 91-year-old finds purpose in helping the kids of St. Jude.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Amar Gajjar, MD: Part of a 'much larger mission'
02/04/2022
When Amar Gajjar, MD, arrived at St. Jude in 1987, the research hospital's medulloblastoma program was in its infancy. At that time, survival rates were low. He decided to make it his career to improve those outcomes.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Bobby Bones: Introducing listeners across America to St. Jude
02/04/2022
Radio and TV personality Bobby Bones says his goal is to educate people on what’s happening at St. Jude — a place where children come from near and far for treatment. “It’s a rare thing. And that’s why I’m so passionate about it.”
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Gloria de Dios: Building a 'mini St. Jude' in Guatemala
02/04/2022
Gloria de Dios is known as the Danny Thomas of Guatemala. She helped establish a clinic for pediatric cancer patients that she describes as "a mini St. Jude," where survival rates have risen from 20 percent to almost 70 percent.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Sarah Shaw: Becoming part of St. Jude's 'magical story'
02/04/2022
Sarah Shaw works in publishing and loves a good story. She was captivated by the story of St. Jude. Now she’s helping to write it.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Raj Betapudi: Running for a cause
02/04/2022
Running for St. Jude is a passion that gives long-time supporter Raj Betapudi a sense of joy, and of purpose.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Quincy: Finding healing at St. Jude
02/04/2022
Quincy was treated at St. Jude for Wilms tumor, a type of kidney cancer. He hopes to return to St. Jude one day — as a surgeon helping other kids.
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The Purpose that Unites Us
Leslie Ducruet: Helping children with cancer in Panama
02/04/2022
In Panama, one of the biggest problems doctors face in regard to pediatric cancer is late diagnosis. Through education and support, Leslie Ducruet and FANLYC work to make sure children get the treatment they need.
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News & Updates
St. Jude to pay tribute to pioneering doctor who dedicated his life to treating sickle cell patients
02/01/2022
Rudolph Jackson was one of the first Black doctors at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital when he arrived in Memphis in 1968.
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News & Updates
So far from home, families look to St. Jude and each other for comfort
01/28/2022
Two families found more than a support system when their daughters were in cancer treatment. They found lifelong friends.
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News & Updates
St. Jude aims to create a sea change in global childhood cancer care
01/20/2022
The story of one mother’s struggle and loss in Moldova highlights inequity in healthcare around the world.
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Possibilities
St. Jude mother watches son go from crawling in pain because of cancer to running a half marathon
01/20/2022
'All I could think of is that they had just saved my niece’s life... They’re gonna save his.'
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News & Updates
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a time for service, commitment to doing good
01/13/2022
Through peace and kindness, two servant leaders showed us equality and doing for others can overwhelm the world.
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News & Updates
Many countries struggle to provide chemotherapy drugs to their children; St. Jude wants to change that
01/11/2022
Working with WHO, St. Jude will invest $200 million over 6 years to increase access to quality cancer medicines for children across the globe.
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Around the World
Many countries struggle to provide chemotherapy drugs to their children; St. Jude wants to change that
01/11/2022
Working with WHO, St. Jude will invest $200 million over 6 years to increase access to quality cancer medicines for children across the globe.
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Possibilities
As Elaina undergoes treatment for a second tumor, St. Jude is a constant
01/07/2022
Six-year-old Elaina has a genetic condition that pre-disposes her to cancer throughout her life. For families like hers, St. Jude is a lifeline of continuing care.
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2 Bonus: Hayley Arceneaux
01/04/2022
St. Jude employee, Hayley Arceneaux, became the first childhood cancer survivor in space in 2021. Her favorite moment in orbit? Reconnecting with her patients back at St. Jude.
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2 Bonus: Jared Isaacman
01/04/2022
Jared commanded the first all-civilian space flight, raising more than $250 million to benefit St. Jude. And although he'd been to space, he had yet to visit the St. Jude campus. His experience here showed him yet another link between space exploration and the discoveries made on earth.
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Perspectives
My hero, No. 17: How the stories of St. Jude taught a jaded journalist to see the light
01/03/2022
A retiring writer’s appreciation of the patients of St. Jude, some of the bravest and boldest souls I’ve ever met
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: the people of Alaska, embracing the mission of St. Jude from more than 3,000 miles away
01/03/2022
When Brandi Noe and her family moved from the Lower 48 to Alaska, she didn’t expect people there to be familiar with St. Jude — the children’s research hospital in Memphis where she was treated as a young girl for cancer of the eye.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: Chris and Renee Cotnoir, whose cooking stream has raised thousands for St. Jude
12/30/2021
When Renee Cotnoir lost her father to pancreatic cancer, she and her husband, Chris, honored his legacy of service by fundraising for St. Jude.
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Home from St. Jude
Two families with daughters with same rare brain tumor diagnosis form bond even after they go 'Home from St. Jude'
12/29/2021
Macey and Avery's parents supported each other through tough times in the hospital. Now they vacation, hang out and celebrate holidays together.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Larry and Susan Patrick, who use the airwaves to rally a region around St. Jude
12/28/2021
Every spring, Larry Patrick — a former broadcaster turned radio-industry pro — rushes between his Big Horn Radio Network country stations in Wyoming to get behind the microphone during an annual, two-day radiothon for St. Jude.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: the people of Puerto Rico, who support St. Jude amid their own suffering
12/28/2021
When the island of Puerto Rico was thrashed by Hurricane Maria in 2017, the volunteers who stage an annual golf tournament benefitting St. Jude could have canceled the fundraiser. But their devotion shone through.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Nikki Morris, a St. Jude survivor giving back in her home state
12/27/2021
Some of Nikki Morris’ earliest memories date from when she was a St. Jude patient. Diagnosed with retinoblastoma at 2 years old, she underwent chemotherapy and the removal of her right eye.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: a young man from Washington, who gives to St. Jude despite his own hardships
12/27/2021
All his life, Nathan Ehline has needed a wheelchair and help from a lot of people — parents, doctors, teachers. Because he's received so much himself, he finds such joy in helping others. It’s why he enjoys giving back by raising funds and awareness for charity, including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: Sue Kessler, a marathoner with a huge heart for St. Jude
12/23/2021
Sue Kessler didn’t start running until she was in her mid-20s. Daily runs soon inspired her to sign up for a half marathon and then a full. She eventually worked up to eight marathons a year.
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Selfless
Epsilon Sigma Alpha introduced Dotti Hunkele to the St. Jude mission. Then she heard Danny Thomas speak and was ‘hooked for life’
12/23/2021
A visit to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital with her ESA sisters sparked four decades of devotion.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: The Solomons, who raise tens of thousands each year for the St. Jude Brain Tumor Program in honor of their son
12/22/2021
When they lost their 5-year-old son Joshua to a rare brain cancer, Labrina and Trent Solomon decided information and awareness would lessen the hurdles other families like them faced.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: Sarah Emerson, who continued to support St. Jude during her own cancer fight
12/22/2021
Sarah Emerson of Maine hated running as a child. But after a friend urged her to watch a race, she was inspired and began to run.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: ' St. Jude DJ' Van Johnson, who gives fundraisers in Nevada a joyful soundtrack
12/21/2021
It was a date night for Van Johnson and Kristal Vega, but she had somewhere to be — a Las Vegas fundraising gala for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Possibilities
Cancer treatment at St. Jude was lifesaving for Ava, life-changing for her family
12/21/2021
After medulloblastoma treatment, fresh promise and new priorities.
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Home from St. Jude
15-year-old soccer player celebrates being home from St. Jude with those who cared most: her entire Illinois town
12/20/2021
Through a series of kind acts, Tessa’s hometown showed her she was out of sight, but never out of mind during cancer treatment.
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Selfless
Andrew Dean, dressed as elf, embarks on 36-hour holiday fundraising journey for St. Jude
12/17/2021
Collecting donations and dishing out holiday cheer, Andrew hopes to ease the burden of children with cancer.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: Zach Meadows, a former patient whose St. Jude experience inspires his students
12/15/2021
On his first day as a teacher at Lashmeet Matoaka Elementary School in Princeton, West Virginia, Zach Meadows introduced himself to a bunch of fifth graders.
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News & Updates
Therapy developed by researchers at St. Jude significantly improves cure rates among neuroblastoma patients
12/09/2021
"Remarkable" results show survival for high-risk neuroblastoma patients increased from 51 percent to 74 percent, according to a study published by St. Jude researchers this week
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Tony DeVary, a St. Jude survivor inspired to make a career out of helping others
12/07/2021
Tony DeVary was 3, going on 4, when he was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It was at the most advanced stage and doctors in his hometown said there was little hope. But there was hope — at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Running Toward Life
2021 St. Jude Memphis Marathon Experience
12/04/2021
More than 20,000 runners, both in-person and virtual, showed their support for the patients of St. Jude during the 2021 St. Jude Memphis Marathon.
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2E9: Missy, patient mom and runner
12/03/2021
Missy “hates” running, so why has she run so many marathons? Because of the cause — St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, which is treating her daughter, Julie, for a brain tumor. How grateful is Missy for Julie’s care and the research behind it? This year’s St. Jude Memphis Marathon will be her eighth, and overall it will be the 19th marathon she’s run in support of St. Jude.
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Kindness
We're grateful for Joe Farris, the St. Jude Santa who brought joy to generations of patients
12/02/2021
Joe Farris loved Christmas, and he loved kids. What that love looked like in action was this: for more than half a century, Joe faithfully brought Christmas cheer to St. Jude patients not once but twice a year, in July and December.
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2E8: Jose Zambrano, runner and supporter
12/02/2021
If running a marathon is hard, what is running a marathon clad in 45 pounds of firefighting equipment? For first responder Jose Zambrano, it’s a way to attract attention to the charities he supports. As a St. Jude Hero, “Fireman Joe” has run dozens of marathons with the St. Jude logo affixed to his helmet and the St. Jude mission close to his heart.
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News & Updates
Memphis family helps push St. Jude Marathon fundraising total to $100M
12/02/2021
Caleb and his family are now 'fundraisers for life'
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2E7: John Bennett, runner and supporter
12/01/2021
John Bennett’s involvement with the St. Jude Memphis Marathon has been long-standing and sometimes, long-distance. He ran the inaugural event in 2002. Ten years later, he ran in Afghanistan. Within the confines of a forwarding operating base, to be exact, and with fellow service members he recruited to the cause. Today, John supports the mission of St. Jude as an employee of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude.
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Home from St. Jude
Oregon teen dances for the sheer joy of normalcy eight months after coming 'home from St. Jude'
11/30/2021
Angelina's parents celebrate their determined teen with two birthday cakes after a year in treatment
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Running Toward Life
T-shirts by St. Jude Memphis Marathon supporters say it all
11/30/2021
Race day gear of patient families highlight bravery and strength, love and loss
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2E6: Sarah Emerson, runner and supporter
11/30/2021
Sarah Emerson’s love of running began with small steps — from a treadmill to a 10K and eventually up to marathons. Along the way, she added meaning to the miles by running as a St. Jude Hero. Then Sarah was diagnosed cancer. She responded with her greatest feat of running — completing the Boston Marathon, near the end of treatment, for the benefit of St. Jude.
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Possibilities
First a St. Jude supporter through Best Buy, now a St. Jude dad
11/29/2021
After visiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Mark Lavoie learned: The family you’re helping may someday be your own.
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2E5: John F., patient dad and runner
11/29/2021
John is an endurance runner, and a St. Jude dad. When the St. Jude Memphis Marathon went virtual in 2020, he decided to run each event in a way that symbolized his family’s experience with childhood cancer. Like running in wet sand. Like running on a treadmill with the elevation high. But it was the full marathon that was most meaningful reflection of where they had been as a family.
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Possibilities
A victory against cancer and a holiday celebration like no other
11/25/2021
With their daughter back home, Marlene and Juan Manuel are looking forward to a Christmas filled with food, family and the giggles of little Mikayla.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Jerry Thompson and his sister Theresa for sharing their mountain with St. Jude
11/23/2021
In the middle of the Saddle Up for St. Jude trail ride in Maui, Hawaii, Theresa Thompson will fill with a kind of happiness that’s almost spiritual, “like church.”
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Elise, the little girl who inspired a college basketball team
11/23/2021
When Iowa State University women’s basketball coach Bill Fennelly was diagnosed with cancer in 2011, a patient at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital offered up some advice. It was 5-year-old Elise, who had become an honorary member of the Cyclones — and had faced cancer herself a year earlier.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Jared Isaacman, who’s been to the stars and back to help St. Jude
11/22/2021
Ask Jared Isaacman what’s the most amazing place he’s been this year and he’ll surely say: Space.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: Jeremiah, a former St. Jude patient, for his vision of the Hope Garden
11/21/2021
Jeremiah Godby was 6 years old and planning his own funeral. In 1991, when he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia with a rare Philadelphia chromosome mutation, there was little likelihood of survival.
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Running Toward Life
Supporters 20 years running
11/19/2021
The St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend marks its 20th anniversary and these runners have participated every year since the start.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Cade Watson's family, for uniting southwestern Virginia to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
11/19/2021
A person could drive through Damascus, Virginia, in five minutes, but to know its heart, they’d do well to spend two hours on the Saturday before Valentine’s Day at the St. Jude Sweetheart Banquet.
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Possibilities
Avyan got treatment at St. Jude while his parents got a 'huge relief mentally' from medical bills
11/18/2021
"It’s a huge, huge blessing," says his mother. "It’s like a holy place for me.”
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2E3: Julie Wurl, supporter
11/18/2021
Julie Wurl worked at an adult oncology center, so she understood how cancer affects families. But listening to a Country Cares for St. Jude Kids Radiothon literally moved her to tears — and to hand-deliver a donation. It was only the beginning for her. Julie’s now the volunteer coordinator for radiothons throughout Wisconsin.
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2E2: Dean Troutman, supporter
11/18/2021
Age is just a number. In Dean Troutman’s case, that number is 90. The age at which he set out to walk 3600 miles, alone, to raise money and awareness for St. Jude. When things didn’t go according to plan, it looked like Troutman’s Trek would be cut short. But help came from unexpected quarters.
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2E4: Lindsay Walter, supporter
11/18/2021
Lindsay Walter wasn’t a St. Jude patient, but she could relate to part of what pediatric cancer patients face. She’s bald. Not because of the effects of cancer treatment, but a condition called alopecia. A wig covered her baldness but didn’t help her self-confidence. Then one day this St. Jude Hero had an epiphany.
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2E1: The Solomons, bereaved family and supporters
11/18/2021
Nothing prepared the Solomons for the loss of their firstborn Joshua to inoperable brain cancer. They found strength and purpose and establishing a non-profit that gives annually to St. Jude’s brain tumor program, helping other families facing some of the same struggles they did.
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St. Jude Soundbites
S2E4: Lindsay Walter, supporter
11/18/2021
Lindsay Walter wasn’t a St. Jude patient, but she could relate to part of what pediatric cancer patients face. She’s bald. Not because of the effects of cancer treatment, but a condition called alopecia. A wig covered her baldness but didn’t help her self-confidence. Then one day this St. Jude Hero had an epiphany.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Friends like Jim, who helped support the families and research of St. Jude
11/18/2021
It was during a virtual event with fellow St. Jude supporters in early 2021 that 95-year-old Jim Guth found himself being serenaded with an online rendition of “Happy Birthday.”
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News & Updates
St. Jude scientists make prestigious list of Highly Cited Researchers
11/17/2021
Thirteen scientists working in laboratories and clinics at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital have been named to a prestigious list of “Highly Cited Researchers.”
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Linn Ann, driven by her sister’s memory to help find more cures and save more kids
11/17/2021
Linn Ann Huntington’s decades of supporting @StJude began at an early age, after her little sister passed just 34 days before St. Jude opened in 1962.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Arturo Natalino, who continues his family's decades-long tradition of supporting St. Jude
11/16/2021
It started decades ago with the news that a young boy in a New Haven neighborhood who played for the local baseball league had been diagnosed with leukemia.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: fishing personality Fat Cat Newton, who pours his humor and heart into helping St. Jude
11/15/2021
Combining humor with his love of fishing, B. “Fat Cat” Newton has created a social media persona that’s almost literally larger than life. His heart is even bigger.
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Home from St. Jude
Little Lucas is 'Home from St. Jude' after a brain tumor threatened his life.
11/15/2021
Family celebrates mundane again after nearly a year of treatments, 'No More Chemo' party, and emotional homecoming.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: The Velasquez family, who works to improve the health of a city that once saved their son
11/14/2021
Pedro Velasquez’s treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital was not easy; oncologists on the Memphis campus would spend two and a half years trying to eradicate the aggressive T-cell variation of acute lymphoblastic leukemia he had.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: Bianca, a teen who raised money to help kids with cancer after St. Jude Children's Research Hospital treated her brother
11/12/2021
Bianca's little brother Beckett was diagnosed with leukemia and treated at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital when he was 9. He was too young to know what that meant, but 13-year-old Bianca did.
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Lorenzo Sandlin, a bereaved father who led a community crusade for St. Jude
11/12/2021
Lorenzo Sandlin arrived at O’Neal Elementary School in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, more than three decades ago with a passion for education and a love of “trying to help children better themselves.”
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Jose Zambrano, who runs in full firefighter gear for St. Jude
11/11/2021
Jose Zambrano, a California firefighter, began to run in part to reduce the stress from his life-and-death work.
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Inspiration4 crew visits St. Jude campus
11/10/2021
Inspiration4 crew visits St. Jude campus
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Kindness
We’re grateful for: Tina Marshall, who helps coordinate St. Jude Sunday of Hope campaigns
11/10/2021
Tina Marshall is grateful for the example set by parents who went into the community to give back with their eight children in tow. Service was already part of her life when a chance meeting with a grieving father at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital truly connected her to the mission.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: St. Jude Hero Matilde Flores, who runs in memory of a childhood friend
11/09/2021
When Matilde Flores runs and raises money as a St. Jude Hero, it’s personal — even though her family hasn’t been touched by cancer.
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St. Jude Inspire Audio Stories
11/08/2021
St. Jude Inspire is where you can find standalone audio stories of patients, families, staff and supporters of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Kindness
We are grateful for: Shirley Krcmar who dedicates her life to the St. Jude cause
11/08/2021
When Danny Thomas took the stage in 1970 in St. Paul, Minnesota, Shirley Krcmar was in the crowd. Her trip for the Epsilon Sigma Alpha international council convention would change the course of her life.
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Around the World
How Far One Mother Would Go
11/08/2021
Racing time, fearful mom crosses a border to solve medical mystery as her son grows ill back home in Moldova.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: Volunteer Henry Hanten who goes the distance for his favorite cause
11/05/2021
There may be no limit to the lengths Henry Hanten would go to help the kids of St. Jude. But we know the number is north of 50,000 miles.
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Kindness
We're grateful for: Vinnie DePaola, who has taken up his late wife's favorite cause
11/04/2021
He honors his late wife by supporting St. Jude, her favorite cause.
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Possibilities
St. Jude cancer survivor shines in international paraclimbing competitions
10/29/2021
After treatment for Ewing sarcoma, Micah discovered a love of climbing and a path to an identity beyond his battle with cancer.
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Running Toward Life
20 years of running for St. Jude results in $100 million for the kids
10/26/2021
The St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend marks its 20th anniversary, and these runners have participated every year since the start.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Amy, childhood cancer survivor
10/19/2021
Amy was a sixth grader whose biggest worry in the world was the next day’s spelling test. Then she was diagnosed with leukemia. After successful treatment, she relapsed as a high schooler. But St. Jude didn’t just give her a second and third chance at life. It gave her a purpose
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St. Jude Soundbites
Ryan, Brody’s dad
10/19/2021
When a child is sick, a parent’s instinct is to do something — anything — to help. That was especially true for Ryan, a first responder in his professional life. When his son, Brody, was diagnosed with leukemia, Ryan felt helpless. So he put his trust in St. Jude.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Jillian, Alexander’s mom
10/19/2021
When a child is diagnosed with cancer, the whole family’s life is upended. That’s how it was for Jillian when her son Alexander was treated at St. Jude for a cancerous brain tumor. She had to learn to release control. Only then could she master the minute-by-minute life of a cancer mom.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Nadine, Braxton’s mom
10/19/2021
Being a mom isn’t easy in the best of times. So imagine all the usual roles and responsibilities, plus having a child with cancer. When Braxton was diagnosed with a brain tumor, Nadine found solace at St. Jude, where she found herself part of a whole new family.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Brittney, Ashtyn’s mom
10/19/2021
A pediatric cancer diagnosis is devastating, but in that moment families also have crucial decisions to make — including where to seek treatment. When Brittney and Kiara, moms to 5-year-old Ashtyn, couldn’t agree whether to stay home or uproot the family, they asked for a sign.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Quinton, Quincy’s dad
10/19/2021
For many patients, the toughest part of treatment is losing their hair. It’s that moment when they tell the world: I have cancer. But as Quincy braced for that side effect of chemotherapy, his dad, Quinton, found a way to make being bald not so bad, after all.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Janine, Marina’s mom
10/19/2021
Janine felt scared and alone. Her 2-year-old daughter Marina had been diagnosed with retinoblastoma. But then mom felt the human touch of St. Jude, a place where healing comes with hope — and hugs. Suddenly, the fear left Janine and she could focus on what truly mattered.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Tekia, Dallas’ mom
10/19/2021
Dallas has been through a lot, from the death of his father to the tumor on his back to the bullying he faced because of his condition. So St. Jude was more than a place for medical treatment. It was a place to feel safe, to find moments of joy — joy that Dallas radiates back to everyone he meets.
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St. Jude Soundbites
Rob, Ava’s dad
10/19/2021
Your life is good. No, your life is great. Then your daughter is diagnosed with medulloblastoma — brain cancer — and everything is different. When Rob’s daughter was treated at St. Jude, he didn’t just get Ava back. He got a new perspective on life.
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Mission of a Lifetime
Episode 4 - These kids have my entire heart
10/18/2021
In this episode we’ll hear from Hayley and her mom Colleen Arceneaux about what happened during the three days in orbit, and how Inspiration4’s fundraising effort will help support the ongoing mission of St. Jude.
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Possibilities
Immunocompromised during COVID-19, Luxe came to St. Jude for a cure
10/12/2021
Luxe had a failing immune system as the COVID-19 pandemic swept the world. St. Jude helped heal her and kept her safe.
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Mission of a Lifetime
Elizabeth, Eleanor’s mom
10/06/2021
Eleanor arrived at St. Jude on her very first birthday. It wasn’t exactly the celebration her mom, Elizabeth, had planned. In the months of leukemia treatment that followed, Eleanor made friends all over the hospital. But two in particular always put a smile on her face: Puggle and Huckleberry.
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St. Jude Soundbites
St. Jude Soundbites
10/05/2021
St. Jude Soundbites collects the stories that unfold around St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, as told by those who live them: patients, parents, donors, volunteers and more.
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Running Toward Life
St. Jude IRONMAN 70.3 Memphis
10/04/2021
St. Jude IRONMAN 70.3 Memphis
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Running Toward Life
Walking in the rain for kids at St. Jude? Tutu wonderful
09/30/2021
It was raining the morning of the St. Jude Walk/Run, but that didn't stop Team Tutu from taking to the street to raise money for a mission that matters.
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Selfless
From the seas to safari, this Carnival Cruise director promotes St. Jude no matter where he is
09/28/2021
Using #groovetheworld, Mike Pack is the face of Carnival's company-wide support of St. Jude. The cruise line has already raised nearly $300,000 for St. Jude since July.
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St. Jude Place
Chadwick Boseman visits St. Jude kids
09/27/2021
Chadwick Boseman visits St. Jude kids
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Hayley Arceneaux returns to St. Jude
09/25/2021
Hayley Arceneaux returns to St. Jude
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Possibilities
Jace sets the pace after cancer as an infant
09/24/2021
The treatment team at St. Jude made sure Jace's future mobility remained a priority.
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Selfless
Can one person change a life? In unimaginable ways, St. Jude advocate says
09/23/2021
Marcelino Quiñonez overcame a lot of challenges with the help of community. Now he's leading the charge to help others.
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Running Toward Life
How to train for the St. Jude Walk/Run: Just keep walking
09/22/2021
Follow along through September as writer Karina Bland recruits her ‘virtual’ St. Jude Walk/Run team, dons a tutu, and raises money for a mission that matters.
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St. Jude Place
Hayley Arceneaux coloring sheets
09/22/2021
Download and color pages inspired by Hayley's historic mission to space.
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Mission of a Lifetime
Episode 3 Bonus - They’re in outer space right now, and I’m in bed
09/17/2021
In this bonus episode, we’ll hear from Jake Rogal. He’s one of the producers for the TIME/Netflix docuseries “Countdown: Inspiration4 Mission to Space.” He’ll talk about the technical challenges of filming in zero gravity and fighter jets, and the personal connections he’s made with the crew members.
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Running Toward Life
It’s hard to ask for help – unless it’s for kids at St. Jude
09/15/2021
Follow along through September as writer Karina Bland recruits her ‘virtual’ St. Jude Walk/Run team, dons a tutu, and raises money for a mission that matters.
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Selfless
Romero Britto’s ‘happy art’ celebrates Inspiration4 mission, supports the kids of St. Jude
09/14/2021
Artist on board with space-themed coloring pages, live painting during launch party dinner
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Selfless
Inspiration4: St. Jude in space
09/10/2021
As the Inspiration4 mission gets real for the all-civilian crew, St. Jude cancer survivor Hayley Arceneaux hopes the trip will inspire pediatric cancer patients around the world.
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Running Toward Life
How do you convince people to put on a tutu to raise money for St. Jude? Just ask
09/08/2021
Follow along through September as writer Karina Bland recruits her ‘virtual’ Walk/Run team, dons a tutu, and raises money for a mission that matters.
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Mission of a Lifetime
Episode 2 - Go girl! Go to space!
09/06/2021
A pediatric cancer survivor has never been to space. But that will change soon. Later this month, Hayley Arceneaux and her Inspiration4 crew mates will orbit the Earth for three days in the first all-civilian mission to space.
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Small in population, this Virginia town is big of heart, wrapping its arms around local St. Jude families
09/03/2021
Grateful St. Jude parents give back by fundraising: "This is our God-driven mission."
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Running Toward Life
Team Tutu: It’s no sweat helping St. Jude
09/02/2021
Follow along through September as writer Karina Bland recruits her ‘virtual’ St. Jude Walk/Run team, dons a tutu, and raises money for a mission that matters.
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Her heart led her to Maryland, a $367 pill led her to become St. Jude donor
08/31/2021
The cost of a single pill made this mom a St. Jude supporter and advocate for life.
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Mission of a Lifetime
Preview: St. Jude Mission of a Lifetime
08/30/2021
Every year, tens of thousands of people apply to become NASA astronauts. The vast majority aren’t accepted. But private space exploration could someday offer wider access. Soon, a childhood cancer survivor with an internal prosthetic will become the youngest American in space, as part of the first all-civilian mission. Inspiration4 will orbit Earth for three days and raise $200 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Hear the story by subscribing to St. Jude Mission of a Lifetime, wherever you get your podcasts.
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Mission of a Lifetime
Episode 1 - Solving for space solves for earth
08/30/2021
In our first episode, we’ll learn how the Inspiration4 mission came to be and get to know three of the crew members: Dr. Sian Proctor, Chris Sembroski and Jared Isaacman.
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Mission of a Lifetime
St. Jude Mission of a Lifetime Podcast
08/30/2021
Someone whose life was saved at St. Jude will become the youngest American in space. Hear about the full crew on St. Jude Mission of a Lifetime.
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News & Updates
Chip Gaines cuts his hair to support St. Jude kids like his fishing buddy Bailey
08/27/2021
‘Operation Haircut Part 2’ raises more than $300,000 as ‘Fixer Upper’ star boldly goes bald — again — for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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This Oklahoma dad wrote the book on hope after his son's stay at St. Jude
08/27/2021
Isaac Walsh survived a brain tumor and twenty-one surgeries. His dad was inspired to write a book about his son’s harrowing but hope-filled journey.
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For ' St. Jude DJ,' what happens in Vegas can be felt in Memphis
08/25/2021
Upbeat and joyful, just like the songs he plays, ‘ St. Jude DJ’ Van Johnson provides the soundtrack for Las Vegas fundraising events from galas to poker tournaments.
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Kindness
Meet Dean: 90-year-old Dean Troutman's walk to benefit St. Jude kids
08/13/2021
90-year-old Dean Troutman set off on July 10 for what he'd planned as a year-long, 3,000+ mile trek to raise money for St. Jude in memory of his wife Peggy.
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Big Horn Radio sings the praises of St. Jude across northern Wyoming
08/12/2021
The generosity of radiothon listeners flows, like the state's many streams, into a mighty river of support for the kids of St. Jude.
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She left her No. 7 hockey jersey behind in North Dakota for a new life that began at St. Jude
08/11/2021
The hockey rink was her favorite place to be in the world, but Paige found a second home at St. Jude, where she got well — and even attended prom.
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Devotion. It’s what drives this St. Jude volunteer across South Dakota and beyond
08/11/2021
He’s participated in nearly 100 radiothons over 30 years, across his home state of South Dakota and throughout the Upper Midwest.
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Tough as leather, this daughter of Montana and St. Jude cancer survivor is a lesson in perseverance
08/10/2021
Cedar lost most of the vision in her right eye to retinoblastoma. Now she’s looking forward to high school, rodeo competitions and learning how to drive.
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Two bouts of childhood cancer at St. Jude reset the course of this Colorado educator's life
08/10/2021
'She’s going to want to help people.' Once a competitive skier, Jessie learned the lessons of the slopes, helping others stay on course and avoid obstacles.
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St. Jude came too late for her little sister but Kansas woman holds it dear
08/09/2021
She started supporting St. Jude before it even opened, a little girl learning to count change by the nickels she saved. So began a lifetime of love for the cause.
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'Fat Cat' hooks Minnesota fishing fans with humor and the hard reality of his cancer as a child
08/09/2021
Social-media star is a master of silly humor and side-splitting laughs, but his love for St. Jude and sick kids is straight from the heart.
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She lost an eye to cancer, but gained a sense of adventure as bold as Alaska
08/06/2021
Kodiak Island, a place of wild beauty with a surprising history of supporting faraway St. Jude, enthralls former patient Brandi Noe .
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Possibilities
St. Jude patient Kenzie honored as FedEx 'Purple Eagle' patient
08/05/2021
After being treated at St. Jude for acute lymphoblastic leukemia, Kenzie is 'a normal teenager' looking forward to a future helping other cancer patients.
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Possibilities
Caring, compassionate Colton lost a kidney to cancer, but never lost heart
08/05/2021
Throughout treatment at St. Jude, Colton focused on his concern for others. Now, he says, 'I can be a kid again.'
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Blind child's heartfelt, 75-cent donation to St. Jude decades ago resonates with Washington man even today
08/05/2021
From a priceless gift of pocket change in 1959 to social media-driven fundraising today, those who give to the kids of St. Jude are all connected — at the heart.
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News & Updates
Celebrating Black Philanthropy Month
08/04/2021
In August, we recognize our African-American donors and the rich tradition of philanthropy in the community.
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Loss of childhood classmate to cancer spurs Oregon woman to run with St. Jude 'Heroes Latinos'
08/04/2021
Matilde Flores never forgot the loss of classmate Maria to cancer. So she began supporting St. Jude in her honor, bringing Oregon's Latino community along with her.
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Going 26.2 miles in bunker gear, California's 'Fireman Joe' renders aid for St. Jude
08/03/2021
You can’t miss this St. Jude Hero, dressed as the firefighter he is in real life — a 45-pound burden he happily carries to bring more attention to the cause.
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Going 26.2 miles in bunker gear, California's 'Fireman Joe' renders aid for St. Jude
08/03/2021
You can’t miss this St. Jude Hero, dressed as the firefighter he is in real life — a 45-pound burden he happily carries to bring more attention to the cause.
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4,000 miles from St. Jude, Hawaii ranch family saddles up for sick kids
08/02/2021
On the Saddle Up for St. Jude trail ride, the view from the mountains is stunning. But what’s in the hearts of these riders is even more beautiful.
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60tst
07/30/2021
For as long as St. Jude has existed, this family has supported it with full hearts and hard work. From coin-jar drives to dances, they’ve done it all for the cause.
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Supporting St. Jude is part of this Connecticut family's DNA
07/30/2021
For as long as St. Jude has existed, this family has supported it with full hearts and hard work. From coin-jar drives to dances, they’ve done it all for the cause.
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Like a second father: St. Jude support deepens New Hampshire friendship
07/30/2021
Jim Guth passed away shortly after his 95th birthday, but not before connecting one last time with the cause he loved — the kids of St. Jude.
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News & Updates
St. Jude partnership helps Armenian kids with cancer
07/29/2021
Founder Danny Thomas' dream of no child dying in the dawn of life is spreading around the globe.
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Vermont runner eyes 103 marathons, $100K for St. Jude
07/29/2021
Once Sue Kessler started running, she didn’t want to stop. Then she discovered a way to bring extra meaning to all those marathons — running as a St. Jude Hero.
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In a year, this MIT student athlete went from brain cancer at St. Jude to mentoring Boston high schoolers
07/28/2021
He’s busy as a student at MIT and member of the rowing team, but this St. Jude survivor has a heart for helping — he mentors high schoolers in his spare time.
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New Jersey volunteer blossoms in the light of a 'God moment' at St. Jude
07/27/2021
Love, compassion and a commitment to community: The guiding lights of Tina Marshall's life led her naturally to the cause of St. Jude.
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Delaware school counselor: St. Jude saved my life then inspired it
07/27/2021
When Tony DeVary helps one of his middle-school students through a challenging time, he can channel the care he received as a young patient at St. Jude.
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Maine woman runs through pain of cancer for St. Jude kids facing their own marathons
07/26/2021
Sarah Emerson knew what it was like to support cancer patients through her fundraising for St. Jude. That support flowed back to her, when she needed it most.
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Indiana childhood cancer survivor finds 'recipe for life' in mom's St. Jude journal
07/23/2021
From cancer survivor to cancer researcher, Adam Ferrari draws on the care he received at St. Jude, and his mother’s diligence in chronicling the journey.
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Dear St. Jude: Michigan man's selfless dying wish is to aid kids with cancer
07/22/2021
Ira Jackson made sacrifices to donate to St. Jude. As he faced death, his plea was for others to take his place in supporting the mission to save more children.
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Ohio woman has raised money for St. Jude since founder Danny Thomas asked for her help 50 years ago
07/22/2021
When Shirley Krcmar heard Danny Thomas speak about his dream in 1970, it changed the course of her life. She has been dedicated to the cause now for half a century.
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News & Updates
A leap forward in 1971 is inspiration for the work we do today
07/21/2021
When St. Jude ended its Christmas in July celebration 50 years ago, it was a sign of great and hopeful days ahead.
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Chance meeting on a flight inspires Nebraska man's dedication to St. Jude
07/21/2021
A St. Jude Hero and cancer survivor was able to put a face — and a family — with a cause, when thanked by a patient dad. Now there’s no stopping this marathoner.
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Hardwood hero: St. Jude patient stars on Iowa State Cyclones' team without scoring a point
07/21/2021
Honorary teammate, fan favorite and all-American inspiration Elise has helped spread the story of St. Jude across this basketball-loving state.
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For this Wisconsin volunteer, every February and March means it's time for St. Jude radiothons
07/20/2021
Hearing stories of sick children had her ‘bawling my eyes out,’ Julie Wurl said. But then radio DJ Randy 'Shotgun' Shannon encouraged to join the cause.
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Illinois child survives rare cancer at St. Jude, returns to build garden where hope grows
07/19/2021
Years after St. Jude saved his life, Jeremiah Godby returned to campus and saw the need for an outdoor space for spiritual healing. Then he helped make it happen.
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When Alabama allergies weren't the cause of Devin's symptoms, St. Jude was there for us
07/16/2021
In 2013, Danielle was a busy single mom suddenly launched into the unknown by her son's cancer diagnosis. Here she reflects on that chaotic time and shares what it’s like on the other side.
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News & Updates
Empathy gleaned through care at St. Jude empowers survivors to lead purposeful lives
07/15/2021
Two former patients exemplify the love and compassion found at St. Jude by giving back to their communities and those in need.
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Growing up in Kentucky, Dwane Casey learned the value of an assist, on and off the basketball court
07/15/2021
‘It was from the heart’: Former national-champion point guard and current NBA coach Dwane Casey followed his grandfather’s lead in supporting St. Jude.
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St. Jude survivor empowers Arkansas students as a deaf-blind intervener
07/14/2021
As a young girl, Nikki Morris lost her right eye to retinoblastoma. Now she works with deaf-blind students, teaching them that differences need not be debilitating.
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Possibilities
Possibilities: Mayela
07/13/2021
Kid entrepreneur Mayela brings verve to her time at St. Jude as her family finds relief during her leukemia treatment
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When St. Jude becomes family and its home — Memphis — becomes yours
07/13/2021
St. Jude treated their children, but entire families are fortified here, too. Some families like the Velasquezes even stay to give back to the city that healed them.
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Louisiana town of 12,000 raises millions for St. Jude, sees impact on one of its own
07/13/2021
A boy, his mom and his teacher represent the Louisiana community that's worked for 45 years to make a difference at St. Jude two states over, and ultimately, everywhere.
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Around the World
‘Our work is not in vain’: City of Smile Foundation gives hope to children with cancer in Armenia
07/12/2021
This organization in Yerevan is part of the St. Jude Global Alliance working to end childhood cancer around the world.
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St. Jude treatment of sickle cell disease hits close to home for this Mississippi pottery shop
07/09/2021
A business literally shaped from Mississippi mud, Peter’s Pottery makes the world a brighter place — and a better one, too, with its support of St. Jude.
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News & Updates
Welcome to the United States of St. Jude, where hope heals and love rules
07/07/2021
We’re telling St. Jude stories from each state, capturing the caring nature of this great country.
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Rhode Island couple streams cooking show with a pinch of silly for St. Jude
07/07/2021
"We’re not famous or special, we just wanted to give our time and effort for something we care about."
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From a pub in Queens, a lifetime of love endures through a lifesaving mission
07/06/2021
Camille loved Vinnie — and St. Jude. He honors his wife of 66 years by raising thousands for her favorite charity, uniting his Queens neighborhood in the process.
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The improbable story of an Arizona baseball phenom saved at St. Jude
07/06/2021
Childhood melanoma kept Andrew from the sport he loved , but . But his town, and his team, rallied around him while he was treated at St. Jude.
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Young teacher brings lessons learned as St. Jude patient into West Virginia classroom
07/06/2021
Salina Meadows knew her little boy, Zach, couldn't cope with another brain surgery. They found hope, and the treatment he desperately needed, at St. Jude.
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Saluting the Army vets who helped a little South Carolina boy through cancer at St. Jude
07/06/2021
When members of the military befriended Evan Pertile, they taught him he could get through anything – even going bald.
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Washington, D.C. donor after St. Jude visit: you had me at hello
07/06/2021
Here is Corey Briscoe, in his own words, talking about the bond between St. Jude and his company, the power of African American philanthropy, and why there’s more to business than the traditional bottom line.
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From Utah with love: when the Tabernacle Choir sang to me
07/06/2021
Praying for strength in the bleakest of times, help arrived in a most unexpected way — the Tabernacle Choir appeared, like angels, singing just for me.
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Dear St. Jude: Letter from 8-year-old North Carolina girl tugs at the heart
07/06/2021
If Danny Thomas wanted one million donors to give one dollar, he found a friend in young Caroline.
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Proud Lebanese roots tie aptly named Pennsylvania cone maker to St. Jude
07/06/2021
Joy Cone Co. celebrated its 100th birthday with a $100,000 donation to St. Jude. It's been an annual gift ever since that celebrates the legacies of both organizations.
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Missouri school system's decades long support adds up to more than $1 million for St. Jude
07/06/2021
When a bereaved parent and principal launched a school fundraiser for St. Jude, an entire community embraced the effort.
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In Idaho, the house that Jack built (figuratively) saves lives (literally)
07/06/2021
‘It's so cool to see him grow up.’ For Idaho’s St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway builders, getting to know a local St. Jude patient makes it all the sweeter.
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Georgia family finds 'purpose in the pain' after losing son at St. Jude
07/06/2021
A son’s legacy and a family’s life-saving mission come together in Joshua’s Wish, raising thousands for the St. Jude brain tumor program.
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Cancer didn’t define the short life of budding New Mexico broadcaster. He did.
07/06/2021
From interviewing Peyton Manning during Super Bowl week to announcing a first-round NFL draft pick, this budding sports journalist lived life like a champ.
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Young St. Jude patient's determination mirrors the strength of her Puerto Rican homeland
07/06/2021
A love stronger than a hurricane: Grateful for the care its children have received over the decades, this island is unstoppable in its support of St. Jude.
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The heart of Cleburne: How the kindness of a little Texas boy lives on
07/06/2021
St. Jude patient Brody made his small corner of the world a better, kinder, more caring place. His spirit lives on in the hearts of all those who knew him.
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Possibilities
Military family finds community of care for 2-year old at St. Jude
06/30/2021
Griffin's family has lived all over the world, and found a new meaning for home while he was receiving treatment for leukemia
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Possibilities
Hayley Arceneaux’s St. Jude journey: From cancer patient to astronaut
06/30/2021
Hayley Arceneaux was treated at St. Jude for osteosarcoma. Now, she’s going to represent the research hospital in space. This is her St. Jude journey.
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Selfless
After seeing impact of St. Jude firsthand, fundraiser commits to Mission: Inspired
06/28/2021
Chris Kostecki is motivated by the care his family received when his sister Holly was treated at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Selfless
Inspired by his namesake, Minnesota’s Danny Thomas donates to St. Jude
06/25/2021
The generous gift was on behalf of Thomas & Sons Construction, the family business his Lebanese immigrant dad built.
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News & Updates
At St. Jude we hurt and heal as a family
06/24/2021
Last week’s World Sickle Cell Awareness Day brought us together to honor and remember those afflicted with the disease.
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Possibilities
Hazel is colorful, creative and cancer-free after treatment at St. Jude
06/22/2021
St. Jude's science helped Hazel overcome leukemia; her art celebrates the journey.
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News & Updates
A founder’s dream — a father’s dream — for St. Jude to save more lives around the world
06/16/2021
On Father’s Day, we celebrate those who go to any length to see their kids safe, happy and healthy.
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Possibilities
St. Jude making progress to subdue sickle cell disease
06/14/2021
New advances have increased the life-expectancy for patients born with the blood disorder, and researchers now are driving toward cure.
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News & Updates
As the St. Jude family grows, so grows hope and possibility
06/12/2021
The reasons our supporters choose St. Jude are as varied as the ways they raise funds and awareness for the mission.
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Storied Lives
Patient No. 9,800: VA doctor, St. Jude survivor and now, wonderfully, dad
06/11/2021
Dr. Matt DiVeronica was diagnosed with neuroblastoma as a toddler and treated at St. Jude. Now, he has his own little ones and provides care to Portland area veterans.
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Possibilities
Caleb's 'spectacular' podcast of hope
06/08/2021
Longtime St. Jude patient hopes to inspire others, especially those with special needs, to persevere and achieve goals.
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News & Updates
Life-changing science and generosity on display at St. Jude
06/03/2021
Gideon gives toys to his friends and fellow patients to help them smile. It’s a kindness that makes us all better, and fuels a mission.
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News & Updates
No matter where, no matter when, your support means so much to the kids of St. Jude
05/27/2021
Virtual events like marathons and walks have the power to connect supporters to our lifesaving mission the world over.
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News & Updates
Game, Set, Cure: Teen’s tennis tourney fundraiser a smash
05/24/2021
Inspired by her brother’s cancer experience, Annie Sallick, 15, creates tennis tournament to benefit the kids of St. Jude
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Possibilities
St. Jude Inspire Sports: Jake's Take on the NFL draft, with guest Fletcher
05/13/2021
Jake interviews Fletcher about his love for the Cleveland Browns, connection with Jarvis Landry and the impact of St. Jude
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News & Updates
Leading by example, serving from the heart: “Mrs. Tate” was among the first nurses at St. Jude
05/12/2021
As an African-American woman and a nurse at St. Jude, Maurice Walton Tate helped pave the way with caring and courage.
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News & Updates
During graduation season, we celebrate the future with new goals on the horizon
05/12/2021
An $11.5 billion strategic plan means more milestones, more dreams realized for St. Jude patients.
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News & Updates
Celebrating the moms who face the unknown of childhood cancer with empathy and determination
05/07/2021
Two moms experience different outcomes for their children, and look to St. Jude to ensure no mothers anywhere have to face the same.
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Selfless
eL Seed's hopeful art finds a home at St. Jude
05/06/2021
His artwork, incorporating Arabic calligraphy to create a message of hope, is showcased in the newly renovated Danny Thomas/ALSAC Pavilion
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Selfless
A Twitch Streamer moved cross country to be closer to St. Jude
05/06/2021
Trevor Gomes livestreams himself singing and playing piano to raise thousands for the lifesaving mission of St. Jude and has even trained as a tour guide
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Perspectives
I rise, endure, thrive: How motherhood empowers me in the same way surviving cancer has
05/04/2021
After surviving leukemia Heather believed she wouldn't be able to have children. Now, she shares her experience of being a brand new mom for the first time.
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The United States of St. Jude
04/30/2021
Join us on a remarkable journey across this land we all love, for St. Jude stories filled with heart and soul, inspiration and uplift, gratitude and giving.
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Generation Next
Generation Next
04/30/2021
For young people, helping others is a natural response. It’s reflexive. They see a child hurting and it triggers something. We’ve collected the stories of several young people who’ve made the St. Jude mission their own.
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News & Updates
More than just pixels and power-ups, video gaming provides a platform for friendship
04/30/2021
St. Jude patients Zac and Carson have forged a bond through cancer treatment and gaming.
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Possibilities
From Syria to St. Jude, a refugee recounts a harrowing journey to save his son
04/29/2021
In desperation, Hussam knocked on every door he could think of after his son was diagnosed with eye cancer, and found help in an unlikely place.
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Selfless
Three years on, Lizzy's light remains an inspiration
04/27/2021
Her story is one of love, loss and legacy.
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News & Updates
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to invest $11.5 billion targeting childhood catastrophic diseases globally
04/27/2021
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is launching the largest strategic expansion in its nearly 60-year history, investing more than $11.5 billion over six years to accelerate research and treatment for children around the globe with catastrophic diseases.
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News & Updates
Sustainable care requires great hearts of compassion
04/23/2021
The St. Jude mission is bigger than any one of us; big enough to give hope for generations to come.
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Selfless
Mom, business manager, philanthropist: Sam Lupo juggles it all with grace
04/20/2021
The wife and business manager of megawatt Twitch streamer DrLupo runs a multimillion dollar business, while also raising millions to help St. Jude.
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Possibilities
Aspen's family finds kindness, joy at St. Jude
04/19/2021
During treatment for cancer, Aspen still has time for play
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News & Updates
Kindness and care bring us together as a St. Jude community
04/16/2021
Every April, parents ask us to remember their daughter by doing for others, a tradition built on love, empathy and care.
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News & Updates
Dr. Esther Obeng: At home in her lab at St. Jude
04/15/2021
Dr. Obeng's parents instilled in her a value for education, and she's putting it to use treating patients and researching new therapies and cures.
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Running Toward Life
With 46 marathons and eight ultras to her name, St. Jude Hero Lindsay Walter says baldness doesn't define her
04/14/2021
With 46 marathons and eight ultras to her name, St. Jude Hero Lindsay Walter says baldness doesn't define her...moving forward does.
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News & Updates
Teens ski 90,000 vertical feet in one day — and raise more than $9,000 for St. Jude
04/09/2021
Kayla Anderson was inspired by Inspiration4 commander Jared Isaacman to do something bigger than herself. With her friend Carter, she embarked on an amazing skiing feat for St. Jude.
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News & Updates
At the heart of our mission are the milestones reached by patients
04/09/2021
St. Jude patient Bailey’s 16th birthday shines a light on our purpose.
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Possibilities
Elliott favors fun over fear during cancer treatment
04/07/2021
When he was diagnosed with leukemia, St. Jude made a tumultuous time easier for the whole family
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News & Updates
Prosperity and Generosity join Hope and Leadership aboard Inspiration4
04/02/2021
The full crew for the first all-civilian mission to space benefiting St. Jude has been named, and they’re taking us all along for the ride.
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Selfless
Dr. Pui: This St. Jude doctor helped change the odds for childhood leukemia patients worldwide
03/31/2021
After 44 years at St. Jude, Dr. Pui — the "best of the best" in childhood leukemia therapy care — shows no sign of slowing down.
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News & Updates
St. Jude supporter ready to ‘rise above the Earth’ in historic mission to space
03/30/2021
Chris Sembroski, who grew up obsessed with the cosmos and has made aerospace his career, will be in the Generosity seat on Inspiration4.
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News & Updates
Inspiration4 revela a los dos últimos tripulantes de la misión espacial civil a beneficio de St. Jude
03/29/2021
La Dra. Sian Proctor y Christopher Sembroski ocuparán los dos asientos restantes en el vuelo espacial Inspiration4 que será lanzado más adelante este año.
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News & Updates
Inspiration4 reveals final two crew members for all-civilian mission to space benefiting St. Jude
03/29/2021
Dr. Sian Proctor and Christopher Sembroski will take the remaining two seats on the Inspiration4 spaceflight launching later this year.
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News & Updates
She got her ‘golden ticket’ to space, not from NASA, but through Inspiration4
03/29/2021
Accomplished scientist and explorer Sian Proctor, winner of the ‘Prosperity’ seat on Inspiration4, has a passion for making spaceflight accessible to all.
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Storied Lives
A St. Jude mother's resolve: 'She is not going to die.'
03/29/2021
It has been 20 years since Mariangeles Grear was cured of childhood cancer. It was her mother's voice that carried her through.
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News & Updates
Mom’s donation to St. Jude, decades ago, still impacts the mission
03/26/2021
$25 donation honoring a child stricken by cancer turned out to be so much more valuable and enduring
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Running Toward Life
St. Jude Heroes team surpasses $1 million raised
03/24/2021
The Dudes have gone from an unlikely beginning to top fundraisers.
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Selfless
'There is no goal we can't achieve': Tri Delta's support of St. Jude spans more than 20 years
03/24/2021
Tri Delta President Megan Shaw James talks about the fraternity's motivation to keep giving.
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Possibilities
Active and nature-loving Alexander receives specialized treatment for brain cancer
03/24/2021
At 7 years old, Alexander brings joy to all at St. Jude
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News & Updates
St. Jude donors, volunteers, corporate partners keep the beacon of hope shining
03/19/2021
From some of the largest businesses to individual supporters everywhere, our gratitude knows no bounds.
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Selfless
Country star’s song hits home, sweet home, with St. Jude
03/18/2021
Russell Dickerson’s ‘Home Sweet’ a perfect soundtrack for St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway
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Selfless
Grieving mother drops off a letter at a St. Jude radiothon that still inspires 20 years later
03/16/2021
Judy Cline found $25 in her son's wallet after he died from cancer. She kept it for months before deciding to donate it to St. Jude.
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Selfless
Dedicated Hispanic donors make St. Jude part of their legacy
03/15/2021
In one final act of giving, these women are leaving the children of St. Jude in their wills.
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News & Updates
When communities rally around St. Jude, kids everywhere benefit
03/12/2021
The unifying spirit of mission connects a moped-riding, high school teacher to a bride on her wedding day and kids in around the world.
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Perspectives
Cancer survivor channels late mom's daring to support St. Jude
03/10/2021
Fundraiser and cancer survivor Imani Brown talks about her mom's boldness, and her pain, and the healing power of supporting St. Jude.
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Possibilities
Even cancer didn't dim Azalea's 'sunny' spirit when she was diagnosed as a 2 year old
03/08/2021
Her parents laud St. Jude for helping them reclaim the life and family they so cherish
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News & Updates
As they grow, St. Jude patients teach us lessons in empathy
03/04/2021
Wise beyond their years and kind beyond words, the young patients of St. Jude have so much to offer the world.
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Possibilities
When he lost his right eye to cancer, Ty drew and baked for comfort, but also to help St. Jude
03/04/2021
Ty's creativity has raised thousands and helps him connect with others to support St. Jude.
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Possibilities
'Spicy' St. Jude patient rebounds from leukemia
03/02/2021
Mom is encouraged by Eleanor's unwavering spirit
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Possibilities
She had to learn to walk again after cancer surgery. Now Caitlin Adkins is an athlete and inspiration.
03/01/2021
CrossFit community gives childhood cancer survivor and St. Jude a 'lift'.
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News & Updates
St. Jude cancer survivor Hayley Arceneaux offers hope to us all as part of Inspiration4 crew
02/25/2021
Former patient and current employee will be along for the ride of her life on historic flight orbiting Earth.
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Storied Lives
St. Jude cancer survivor finally meets her bone-marrow donor - at her wedding
02/24/2021
Hillary Husband married her childhood friend over Valentine's Day weekend. The man who helped save her life was there to witness it.
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Storied Lives
Hayley Arceneaux: Mission of a Lifetime
02/22/2021
St. Jude cancer survivor represents "hope" aboard Inspiration4, world’s first all-civilian space flight.
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Possibilities
Through past and present, the Spence family holds strong ties with St. Jude
02/22/2021
Robert Spence found a sense of mission and equality at St. Jude. Decades later, his niece found life-saving treatment, and his son, a career.
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News & Updates
From then to now: How studying childhood cancer survivors today helps patients of tomorrow
02/19/2021
Patient No. 17 returns to St. Jude for program that helps clinicians and researchers improve future treatments.
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Kindness
Delivering Kindness: South Carolina teacher nears $1 million raised for St. Jude - on a moped
02/19/2021
What started as a new high school teacher's way to keep his kids occupied has given a community purpose. Frank Falls shares what drives him.
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News & Updates
"It's not enough to cure.''
02/15/2021
St. Jude LIFE study tracks survivors of childhood cancer to monitor the long-term health effects of disease and treatment.
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St. Jude Place
Centuries old Mexican game Lotería brings St. Jude kids joy during quarantine
02/15/2021
'Buenas' or 'bingo,' everyone wins
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Running Toward Life
St. Jude mom finds love after heartache
02/12/2021
After losing her son to cancer, Leigh Ann found new meaning through fitness – and a new partner with whom to share her life.
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News & Updates
Dr. Joseph Simone and Dr. Arthur Nienhuis: Legacies of servant leadership
02/12/2021
As we mourn the loss of cherished St. Jude directors, we look to their examples and recommit to carry our mission forward.
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Selfless
How a virtual world helped streamer lilsimsie deal with cancer in real life
02/10/2021
After her dad was diagnosed with cancer, Kayla Sims used gaming to cope. Now, she's using it to do good.
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Selfless
Every minute counts: How one CPA shares the St. Jude story with supporters
02/08/2021
James Ingold watched a family go from panic to hope in 60 seconds. Now, he asks others to fund St. Jude for just a minute.
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News & Updates
A sense of purpose as high as his aim
02/05/2021
In the spirit of St. Jude founder Danny Thomas, Inspiration4 commander Jared Isaacman makes space mission about something larger than himself
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Possibilities
Faith defines Selah's St. Jude journey
02/05/2021
A family pulls together through the unimaginable
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Possibilities
St. Jude Inspire Sports: Jake's Take on the big game
02/04/2021
Jake is back to talk about everything from his favorite team's success to the best snack for watching an important football game
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Selfless
Inspiration4 mission aims to inspire support for St. Jude
02/02/2021
Jared Isaacman, Founder and CEO of Shift4 Payments makes a special announcement with St. Jude
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News & Updates
St. Jude joins world’s first all-civilian mission to space
02/01/2021
Inspiration4 mission aims to inspire support for St. Jude, which is launching ambitious $200 million fundraising and awareness initiative.
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Selfless
Jared Isaacman is taking St. Jude on an ‘epic adventure’ to space, but it will be grounded in the good it can do on Earth
02/01/2021
Tech entrepreneur and adventurer is commanding the world’s first all-civilian mission to space, creating a unique fundraising and awareness opportunity for St. Jude .
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News & Updates
On Founders Day, we celebrate hope and thousands of lives saved
01/29/2021
Maintaining St. Jude is no small task, and we thank you for all you’ve done since 1962.
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Possibilities
From doubt to success: How Azalea's parents found the beginning of great things at St. Jude
01/29/2021
When Simone and Ricardo's daughter was diagnosed with cancer in Jamaica, the odds seemed insurmountable. Then a call from St. Jude changed it all.
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Selfless
Seven-year-old's art show unites North Carolina community to support St. Jude as little brother undergoes treatment
01/28/2021
Caroline’s art show for St. Jude involved an entire North Carolina community in one glorious, colorful, paint-splotched act of kindness.
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Possibilities
St. Jude patient Faith lives up to her name
01/28/2021
She brought a can-do attitude to even the hardest days of cancer treatment.
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Possibilities
Three patients, three protocols: Making progress through cancer research
01/27/2021
The stories of Brian, Caleb and Mason highlight the progress St. Jude continues to make in treating ALL, the most common form of childhood cancer.
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Storied Lives
Amy Jones’ journey to the extraordinary ordinary
01/25/2021
When her dream of a normal life was derailed, St. Jude was there to save her — twice. Now this grateful leukemia survivor has made her favorite cause her career
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News & Updates
Finding innovative ways to share the St. Jude story during social distancing
01/22/2021
No matter the medium, actions of our supporters prove the message still comes through.
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Perspectives
The happiest child I've ever met
01/21/2021
We thought we were going to lose our surviving daughter. But she's still here, and smiling, thanks in part to St. Jude.
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News & Updates
The billowing St. Jude Cloud fosters genomic data sharing
01/20/2021
The ever-expanding data-sharing platform launched in 2018 is a key to accelerating research and finding cures for pediatric cancer and other childhood diseases.
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News & Updates
Zimbabwe's childhood cancer challenges illuminate the need for collaboration
01/15/2021
A story from the other side of the world crystalizes the St. Jude Global mission.
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Selfless
Behind the scenes of a St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway
01/15/2021
In Colorado Springs, builder Covington Homes joins with its trade partners to make a dream come true for one lucky winner, all in support of St. Jude.
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Selfless
New York volunteer finds inspiration in his father's 9/11 service
01/14/2021
After his father died of cancer, New York City volunteer Kevin Dong was inspired to give his all to help St. Jude kids.
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News & Updates
Filipino artists spread joy for St. Jude during karaoke broadcast
01/12/2021
Musicians sang their hearts out and raised awareness for the mission of St. Jude during a karaoke event hosted by Roslynn Alba Cobarrubias.
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News & Updates
Wishing you hope and optimism for the New Year
01/08/2021
St. Jude stories from yesterday offer a roadmap of promise and inspiration for 2021 and beyond.
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Possibilities
St. Jude patient Smyrna becomes a Cook to Follow on Allrecipes
01/07/2021
She teaches us how to make a pineapple cake, and why pineapple might be the most inspiring fruit of all.
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Possibilities
Allrecipes names St. Jude patient Reed a 'Cook to Follow'
01/05/2021
Follow along as he makes his favorite deep dish pizza.
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Selfless
Nephew at St. Jude inspires uncle's Great Loop boat voyage
12/29/2020
Pandemic boating epic overcomes winds and waves for holiday reunion with ‘4-year-old superhero’
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Possibilities
From minister to medical, Ryan takes a journey of faith
12/28/2020
Ryan Pattat was diagnosed with a brain tumor at 7 years old. His story, and his faith, have inspired others.
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News & Updates
Star gamer DrLupo meets Dr. Lupo the St. Jude researcher, raises $2.3 million for his favorite cause
12/23/2020
Third annual 24-hour Twitch stream supports the kids of St. Jude and highlights the science that heals them.
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Kindness
Carson's traveling Christmas tree: One St. Jude patient's story
12/22/2020
Cancer has been keeping Carson away from home at Christmas, but not keeping him down.
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Possibilities
St. Jude Inspire Sports: Jake's Take with special guest, Oni
12/22/2020
Jake and St. Jude teen patient Oni talk Seahawks v. Bills, brain cancer treatment and recovery
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Perspectives
Our crisis at Christmas, and how Santa found my son, even at St. Jude
12/21/2020
Mack had not one but two illnesses that could have killed him. Then we were sent to St. Jude.
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Selfless
DrLupo meets... a real Dr. Lupo!
12/21/2020
The video game streamer meets his match in research scientist for St. Jude.
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News & Updates
This holiday season, remember those we’ve lost and saved
12/18/2020
On Christmas Eve three decades ago, a promise was made to save more lives around the world.
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Possibilities
A tale of Christmas past
12/18/2020
Each year, Kaylee's family remembers the journey that brought them where they are today.
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Selfless
St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway winners celebrate being home for the holidays
12/17/2020
Social distancing may mean scaled-back festivities for the holidays this year, but for these St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway winners, it’s all still a blessing.
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Selfless
Faith over fear: gospel singer encourages St. Jude families to never give up
12/15/2020
As a St. Jude Ambassador, gospel singer Evvie McKinney draws on her faith to inspire others.
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News & Updates
A new home for research collaboration at St. Jude
12/11/2020
Dr. Michael Dyer of St. Jude co-founded the Childhood Solid Tumor Network, and will spearhead research in the new advanced research center to help save the lives of patients like Slater.
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News & Updates
Unraveling the mystery of childhood tumors
12/11/2020
With projects like the Childhood Solid Tumor Network and the Advanced Research Center, St. Jude is forging breakthroughs in pediatric cancer.
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Selfless
Ty Morgan: Still passionate for St. Jude
12/11/2020
Colorado program manager looks forward to his 20th Country Cares for St. Jude Kids radiothon.
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Possibilities
The kid with the magic smile
12/11/2020
Cameron 's positive approach to cancer treatment encouraged everyone around him.
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