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“The V Foundation continues to make a difference in the fight against cancer,” said Co-chairperson Amy Marks Dornbusch. “In the last two years alone, we’ve raised over $19 million dollars through the amazing support of our sponsors, donors and our generous bidders.”
Since 1999, the V Foundation Wine Celebration, benefitting the V Foundation for Cancer Research, has raised over $137 million for cancer research and related programs. This three-day signature series of events in the stunning Napa Valley demonstrates that commitment, passion and giving become the catalyst for positive change. For more information, please visit winecelebration.org.
The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach and ESPN commentator. Since 1993, the Foundation has funded more $290 million in cancer research grants nationwide. The V Foundation awards 100% of direct donations to cancer research and programs. The V Foundation’s endowment covers administrative expenses. The Foundation awards peer-reviewed grants through a competitive award process strictly supervised by a Scientific Advisory Committee. For more information on the V Foundation or to make a donation, please visit v.org.
Coach K at The Wine Celebration:
— The V Foundation (@TheVFoundation) August 7, 2022
“When someone is told they have cancer, they’re thrown in the ring. And their competitor has won a million times or more. It’s lonely. With the V Foundation and The Wine Celebration, when that person enters the arena, we’re there.” pic.twitter.com/vvMUIjn1Hx
2022 V Foundation Wine Celebration Raises $6.5 Million https://t.co/tVRbNCh3JP pic.twitter.com/MU4Pbzj9JX
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