The Jimmy Fund
@thejimmyfund.bsky.social
Since 1948, the Jimmy Fund has supported the fight against cancer at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
“Knowing Capri’s team at @danafarber.bsky.social was in her corner gave me strength and comfort in the hardest moments.” – La’Shee, Capri’s mom
November 14, 2025 at 3:02 PM
“Knowing Capri’s team at @danafarber.bsky.social was in her corner gave me strength and comfort in the hardest moments.” – La’Shee, Capri’s mom
From lemonade stands to marathon miles, Caitlin Fink, vice president of the Jimmy Fund, shares how Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund invites everyone to join our mission to defy cancer. Read more here: strategichcmarketing.com/running-towa...
Running Toward Hope: How Communities Power Cancer Research and Care
From Jacksonville to Boston, two remarkable partnerships show how grassroots generosity can fuel research, treatment, and hope.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:19 PM
From lemonade stands to marathon miles, Caitlin Fink, vice president of the Jimmy Fund, shares how Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund invites everyone to join our mission to defy cancer. Read more here: strategichcmarketing.com/running-towa...
“I lost my sister, Maggie, to cancer last September—the day after her 47th birthday. Running for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute gives me a way to honor her memory, carry her spirit forward, and turn my grief into action by supporting research that saves lives.”
November 7, 2025 at 3:34 PM
“I lost my sister, Maggie, to cancer last September—the day after her 47th birthday. Running for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute gives me a way to honor her memory, carry her spirit forward, and turn my grief into action by supporting research that saves lives.”
“Walk day was incredibly special for our team at UpperEdge, as we honored our dear friend and colleague, Chip. Having Chip’s wife, Mechele, and his sons, Charles and William, join us made the day even more meaningful. We’re already looking forward to next year!”
November 5, 2025 at 3:45 PM
“Walk day was incredibly special for our team at UpperEdge, as we honored our dear friend and colleague, Chip. Having Chip’s wife, Mechele, and his sons, Charles and William, join us made the day even more meaningful. We’re already looking forward to next year!”
This month, we recognize everyone affected by pancreatic cancer, lung cancer, stomach cancer, and carcinoid cancer.
November 3, 2025 at 3:15 PM
This month, we recognize everyone affected by pancreatic cancer, lung cancer, stomach cancer, and carcinoid cancer.
After treatment for breast cancer, Yesenia is now back to doing what she loves.
“One of my proudest traditions is finally reaching the summit of our annual hike in just over an hour, a testament to resilience, healing, and the people who have cheered me on along the way.”
Go, Yesenia!
“One of my proudest traditions is finally reaching the summit of our annual hike in just over an hour, a testament to resilience, healing, and the people who have cheered me on along the way.”
Go, Yesenia!
October 31, 2025 at 2:50 PM
After treatment for breast cancer, Yesenia is now back to doing what she loves.
“One of my proudest traditions is finally reaching the summit of our annual hike in just over an hour, a testament to resilience, healing, and the people who have cheered me on along the way.”
Go, Yesenia!
“One of my proudest traditions is finally reaching the summit of our annual hike in just over an hour, a testament to resilience, healing, and the people who have cheered me on along the way.”
Go, Yesenia!
“I was treated at Dana-Farber for stage 3 Hodgkin lymphoma. Because of the care and treatment I received, I have been in remission since August 2021. Since then, I have gone on to marry my best friend and have two beautiful, healthy baby boys.”
October 21, 2025 at 2:35 PM
“I was treated at Dana-Farber for stage 3 Hodgkin lymphoma. Because of the care and treatment I received, I have been in remission since August 2021. Since then, I have gone on to marry my best friend and have two beautiful, healthy baby boys.”
Join us for a virtual Careers Info Session hosted by our recruiting team on Wednesday, 11/5, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. EST!
We’ll be covering:
- An overview of our teams within the Division of Philanthropy
- More information about our culture and mission
- Current open roles
- Any questions you have!
We’ll be covering:
- An overview of our teams within the Division of Philanthropy
- More information about our culture and mission
- Current open roles
- Any questions you have!
Careers Info Session: Division of Philanthropy
This session is open to all prospective candidates, regardless of level of experience. At this session, from 5:30-6:30PM EST, we will provide an overview of the teams that comprise the Division of Philanthropy, share information about our culture and mission, and give you the opportunity to ask members of our hiring team questions. We encourage all interested individuals to attend and learn more about future opportunities.
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October 16, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Join us for a virtual Careers Info Session hosted by our recruiting team on Wednesday, 11/5, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. EST!
We’ll be covering:
- An overview of our teams within the Division of Philanthropy
- More information about our culture and mission
- Current open roles
- Any questions you have!
We’ll be covering:
- An overview of our teams within the Division of Philanthropy
- More information about our culture and mission
- Current open roles
- Any questions you have!
“Billy fought hepatoblastoma, a rare liver cancer. He faced the hardest battle of his young life until he passed at age 3. Though he isn’t here today, his spirit is alive, and because of your support, we are determined to pay it forward.”
October 15, 2025 at 2:13 PM
“Billy fought hepatoblastoma, a rare liver cancer. He faced the hardest battle of his young life until he passed at age 3. Though he isn’t here today, his spirit is alive, and because of your support, we are determined to pay it forward.”
Owen, 5, is currently receiving treatment for B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia at Dana-Farber’s Jimmy Fund Clinic, and he was recently able to return to playing tee ball!
October 7, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Owen, 5, is currently receiving treatment for B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia at Dana-Farber’s Jimmy Fund Clinic, and he was recently able to return to playing tee ball!
WE DID IT! Thank you for an unforgettable day at the Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai.
To our incredible community of walkers, volunteers, donors, and supporters, your dedication to Dana-Farber’s mission to reduce the burden of cancer for everyone inspires us today and every day.
To our incredible community of walkers, volunteers, donors, and supporters, your dedication to Dana-Farber’s mission to reduce the burden of cancer for everyone inspires us today and every day.
October 5, 2025 at 11:17 PM
WE DID IT! Thank you for an unforgettable day at the Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai.
To our incredible community of walkers, volunteers, donors, and supporters, your dedication to Dana-Farber’s mission to reduce the burden of cancer for everyone inspires us today and every day.
To our incredible community of walkers, volunteers, donors, and supporters, your dedication to Dana-Farber’s mission to reduce the burden of cancer for everyone inspires us today and every day.
It’s been an incredible day walking together against cancer with this community. Your dedication at the Jimmy Fund Walk inspires us all year long!
October 5, 2025 at 8:19 PM
It’s been an incredible day walking together against cancer with this community. Your dedication at the Jimmy Fund Walk inspires us all year long!
POV: It’s a perfect day to defy cancer! The Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai is HERE. Let’s cheer each other on today—all the way to the finish line. We walk together against cancer. ❤️💙💛
October 5, 2025 at 2:43 PM
POV: It’s a perfect day to defy cancer! The Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai is HERE. Let’s cheer each other on today—all the way to the finish line. We walk together against cancer. ❤️💙💛
Ready for our moment. ✨
The Life of a Jimmy Fund Walker helps make cancer care and research at @danafarber.bsky.social possible. We are together against cancer.
#JimmyFundWalk #TSTheLifeofaShowgirl #TheLifeofaShowgirl #TLOAS #TaylorSwift
The Life of a Jimmy Fund Walker helps make cancer care and research at @danafarber.bsky.social possible. We are together against cancer.
#JimmyFundWalk #TSTheLifeofaShowgirl #TheLifeofaShowgirl #TLOAS #TaylorSwift
October 3, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Ready for our moment. ✨
The Life of a Jimmy Fund Walker helps make cancer care and research at @danafarber.bsky.social possible. We are together against cancer.
#JimmyFundWalk #TSTheLifeofaShowgirl #TheLifeofaShowgirl #TLOAS #TaylorSwift
The Life of a Jimmy Fund Walker helps make cancer care and research at @danafarber.bsky.social possible. We are together against cancer.
#JimmyFundWalk #TSTheLifeofaShowgirl #TheLifeofaShowgirl #TLOAS #TaylorSwift
“Lots of other kids don’t know I’m a warrior, but I do. I know the good chemo guys fought a big battle. I try to be that tough every day.”– Connor, age 7
We walk together against cancer for patients like Connor and their families this Sunday, October 5, at the Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai.
We walk together against cancer for patients like Connor and their families this Sunday, October 5, at the Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai.
October 2, 2025 at 2:39 PM
“Lots of other kids don’t know I’m a warrior, but I do. I know the good chemo guys fought a big battle. I try to be that tough every day.”– Connor, age 7
We walk together against cancer for patients like Connor and their families this Sunday, October 5, at the Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai.
We walk together against cancer for patients like Connor and their families this Sunday, October 5, at the Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai.
After a long road and grueling treatment, David is cancer-free!
On Sunday at the Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai, we walk side by side for and with people like David, because together, we can show cancer patients they never have to walk alone. We are together against cancer. ❤️
On Sunday at the Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai, we walk side by side for and with people like David, because together, we can show cancer patients they never have to walk alone. We are together against cancer. ❤️
October 1, 2025 at 7:28 PM
After a long road and grueling treatment, David is cancer-free!
On Sunday at the Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai, we walk side by side for and with people like David, because together, we can show cancer patients they never have to walk alone. We are together against cancer. ❤️
On Sunday at the Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai, we walk side by side for and with people like David, because together, we can show cancer patients they never have to walk alone. We are together against cancer. ❤️
This month, we recognize everyone affected by breast cancer and liver cancer.
October 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
This month, we recognize everyone affected by breast cancer and liver cancer.
“Dana-Farber and my wonderful donor gave me a second chance at life with a stem cell transplant in 2024. I knew running the Boston Half for Dana-Farber's team was the perfect way for me to say ‘thank you’ to everyone who has cared for me during treatment.”
September 29, 2025 at 8:08 PM
“Dana-Farber and my wonderful donor gave me a second chance at life with a stem cell transplant in 2024. I knew running the Boston Half for Dana-Farber's team was the perfect way for me to say ‘thank you’ to everyone who has cared for me during treatment.”
Our idea of a perfect Sunday in October. Happy first day of Autumn!
The Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai is on Sunday, October 5. Sign up today with code TOGETHER for 50% off your registration fee: jimmyfund.gives/7oegwoa5.
#JimmyFundWalk
The Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai is on Sunday, October 5. Sign up today with code TOGETHER for 50% off your registration fee: jimmyfund.gives/7oegwoa5.
#JimmyFundWalk
September 22, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Our idea of a perfect Sunday in October. Happy first day of Autumn!
The Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai is on Sunday, October 5. Sign up today with code TOGETHER for 50% off your registration fee: jimmyfund.gives/7oegwoa5.
#JimmyFundWalk
The Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai is on Sunday, October 5. Sign up today with code TOGETHER for 50% off your registration fee: jimmyfund.gives/7oegwoa5.
#JimmyFundWalk
Vice President of the Jimmy Fund, Caitlin Fink, joins Karson & Kennedy on Mix 104.1 to talk about Jimmy Fund Day at Fenway Park! www.audacy.com/mix1041/late...
Good Vibe Tribe: 2025 Jimmy Fund Day At Fenway
Today we spoke with Caitlyn Fink VP of the Jimmy Fund. Each year, dreams become reality for participants at Jimmy Fund Day at Fenway and this year Dan gets to participate!
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September 18, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Vice President of the Jimmy Fund, Caitlin Fink, joins Karson & Kennedy on Mix 104.1 to talk about Jimmy Fund Day at Fenway Park! www.audacy.com/mix1041/late...
Meet Jackson! Jackson, 5, is a 2025 Jimmy Fund Walk Hero. Jackson loves doing crafts and special family events at the Jimmy Fund Clinic.
September 14, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Meet Jackson! Jackson, 5, is a 2025 Jimmy Fund Walk Hero. Jackson loves doing crafts and special family events at the Jimmy Fund Clinic.
“Supporting Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund has given our golf tournament purpose beyond the game. It’s not just about golf—it’s about coming together as a community to make a meaningful difference,” says Julia Owen, President of the Board of Directors at C&S Charities.
September 12, 2025 at 4:22 PM
“Supporting Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund has given our golf tournament purpose beyond the game. It’s not just about golf—it’s about coming together as a community to make a meaningful difference,” says Julia Owen, President of the Board of Directors at C&S Charities.
When Linda became a patient at Dana-Farber, her cancer had progressed to stage IV, and she had exhausted all available treatment options at her local hospital. That was 10 years—and several clinical trials—ago.
We walk together against cancer for patients like Linda at the Jimmy Fund Walk on 10/5.
We walk together against cancer for patients like Linda at the Jimmy Fund Walk on 10/5.
September 10, 2025 at 2:50 PM
When Linda became a patient at Dana-Farber, her cancer had progressed to stage IV, and she had exhausted all available treatment options at her local hospital. That was 10 years—and several clinical trials—ago.
We walk together against cancer for patients like Linda at the Jimmy Fund Walk on 10/5.
We walk together against cancer for patients like Linda at the Jimmy Fund Walk on 10/5.
“Knowing that our run helps provide life-saving treatments for patients like my friend, Owen, makes every step and dollar raised that much more crucial.” - Matan, running the Boston Half for Dana-Farber's team in support of his friend, Owen
#RunDanaFarber #BostonHalf2025
#RunDanaFarber #BostonHalf2025
September 9, 2025 at 1:43 PM
“Knowing that our run helps provide life-saving treatments for patients like my friend, Owen, makes every step and dollar raised that much more crucial.” - Matan, running the Boston Half for Dana-Farber's team in support of his friend, Owen
#RunDanaFarber #BostonHalf2025
#RunDanaFarber #BostonHalf2025
Meet some of our youngest Jimmy Fund Walk Heroes! Our Heroes are @danafarber.bsky.social patients who inspire participants as they walk.
Roman, 6, loves cars, action figures, baseball, and his sisters. Of his journey with cancer, Roman says, “I am proud of what I’ve done and I’m not going to stop!”
Roman, 6, loves cars, action figures, baseball, and his sisters. Of his journey with cancer, Roman says, “I am proud of what I’ve done and I’m not going to stop!”
September 7, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Meet some of our youngest Jimmy Fund Walk Heroes! Our Heroes are @danafarber.bsky.social patients who inspire participants as they walk.
Roman, 6, loves cars, action figures, baseball, and his sisters. Of his journey with cancer, Roman says, “I am proud of what I’ve done and I’m not going to stop!”
Roman, 6, loves cars, action figures, baseball, and his sisters. Of his journey with cancer, Roman says, “I am proud of what I’ve done and I’m not going to stop!”