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Our Mission

The V Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to saving lives by helping to find a cure for cancer.  The Foundation seeks to make a difference by generating broad-based support for cancer research and by creating an urgent awareness among all Americans of the importance of the war against cancer.  The Foundation performs these dual roles through advocacy, education, fundraising, and philanthropy.

Our Inspiration

"Don't Give Up, Don't Ever Give Up"
Click here for a transcript of Jimmy's 1993 ESPY speech

The V Foundation for Cancer Research was started in 1993 to honor Jim Valvano. From very humble beginnings of Jim's personal friends and family, The Foundation grew. Today, that circle of friends has expanded and the support structure of The Foundation includes people of all walks of life, those who knew Jim personally, those who knew of Jim and many who have joined the cause simply because they believe in the possibility of Jim's final wish - to fund research to find cures for cancer.

The V Foundation takes great pride in its fiscal responsibility and is proud to announce that it gives 100 percent of all new direct cash donations to cancer research and related programs.

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News

November 26, 2008: Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Charity Dinner Benefits The V Foundation for Cancer Research

On Friday, November 21, over 50 of The V Foundation’s friends enjoyed an exclusive dinner at Raleigh’s newest fine dining establishment, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. Held in Fleming’s private dining room, the evening included a reception followed by a seated dinner and wine pairing from a selection of delicious offerings.

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Times Square SupersignJimmy V Week Returns December 3-9 Following $700,000+ Raised in Inaugural Event

Week-Long Initiative to Raise Awareness for Cancer Research Features Special Content Across Multiple ESPN Platforms Including Simultaneous Launch, Special Vignettes, ESPN.com Chats and Men’s and Women’s Jimmy V Basketball Classics

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Legendary Basketball Commentator Dick Vitale Releases New Book for the Holidays Dick Vitale's New Book

November 11, 2008: Dick Vitale, legendary sports broadcaster and a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, goes on record by ranking the most memorable players and moments from 1 to 50 in his latest book.

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