The Dana-Farber Society

Defy cancer now and into the future

Jim and Barbara Sadowsky

Dana-Farber Society Co-Chairs and Institute Trustees Jim and Barbara Sadowsky

The Dana-Farber Society (DFS) honors those who have made a legacy gift to the Institute to commemorate their dedication and impact on cancer research and patient care. The Society's goal is to provide a future, dependable resource of funding to ensure Dana-Farber can continue to leverage the latest research advancements, foster collaboration among physician-scientists and provide patients with extraordinary care.

Membership is extended to those who have made a gift in their will, a beneficiary designation, a life income gift, or other planned gift to support Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, the Jimmy Fund, the Friends of Dana-Farber or the Pan-Mass Challenge.

To honor your incredible dedication to defy cancer through your planned gift, you will receive:

  • Confidential, personal planned giving recommendations and guidance
  • Updates on research and patient care initiatives at Dana-Farber
  • Invitations to the annual Dana-Farber Society Recognition Dinner and other exclusive educational and social events
  • Recognition in the Dana-Farber Society’s donor list
  • If you are 65 and older, your gift intention may qualify for immediate recognition as part of the Dana-Farber Campaign
  • Knowledge that your support makes a profound difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families

Create a legacy to conquer cancer and join the Dana-Farber Society through any of the following planned gifts:

If you have already included Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund in your estate plans, please let us know by contacting us or completing this confirmation form. We would be delighted to welcome you into the Dana-Farber Society!

See a list of the generous Dana-Farber Society members!