YOUR IMPACT

Accelerating Breakthroughs

Because of you, the brightest minds in cancer research are pursuing breakthroughs that benefit patients around the world. 

When I went to secure my first faculty role, they saw that I had some research funding, including that Conquer Cancer grant. It showed that I could put concepts and ideas together and deliver.
Dr. Corey Speers, endowed award recipient
Corey Speers

The Domino Effect

When it comes to research fundraising, the endowed gift is often considered among the most impactfuland for good reason. In a funding landscape characterized by competition and economic uncertainty, endowed gifts fuel an uninterrupted stream of scientific grants, year after year. The result? A continuous pursuit of oncology breakthroughs, no matter what.

Conquer Cancer grants help mentees become lifelong collaborators with their mentors.
Dr. Dawn Hershman
Dawn Hershman

The Conquer Cancer Family Tree

Donor-supported grants are helping to build a mentorship network that spans the entire oncology landscape.

In less than a decade, we’ve moved from patients with renal medullary carcinoma having less than one year to live to patients surviving much longer ... these milestones reflect the immense value of addressing unmet needs in rare kidney cancer research.
Dr. Pavlos Msaouel
Dr. Pavlos Msaouel headshot; he is smiling facing forward against a dark-gray background.

Funding Research for Every Cancer

Investing in research for underfunded cancers has tangible benefits for patients with common and rare cancers alike. By supporting underfunded focus areas, Conquer Cancer enables physician-scientists with promising ideas to continue pursuing treatments and cures for every cancer, every patient, everywhere.

I wasn’t surprised, really, that Natalie would pursue a career in science. But that we would end up in the same profession is just wonderful.
Dr. Everett Vokes
Drs. Everett and Natalie Vokes

Like Father, Like Daughter

Oncologists Dr. Everett Vokes and Dr. Natalie Vokes share a heartfelt conversation about their meaningful memories and shared experiences in the field of lung cancer care and research.

These articles are excepts from the March 2025 ASCO Connection publication.