National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation

"I have proudly volunteered with this organization since it's inception. I am a cancer survivor and I know first hand the toll it can take on an individual and their family, financially and mentally. Having the support of an organization like this can really take the weight of the diagnosis off and allow them to concentrate on fighting for their health and well being. I also appreciate how the NPCF supports alternative treatment options and research to diagnose and battle pancreatic cancer. Sometimes you have to think outside of the box to find the answers. Thank you for all you do NPCF!!!"

"My mother died of pancreatic cancer in 1991. When she was diagnosed 2+ years before that, the only encouragement possible was several months of life or very limited options for treatment since she had already had surgery to reroute her digestive tract around the her pancreas. With radiation and chemo she extended her life span by that additional time. So much has already changed since then. Recently, I had a melanoma removed. Research has established a link between Pancreatic Cancer and Melanoma according to my dermatological surgeon. The carry the same gene signature allowing doctors to catch pancreatic cancer sooner – one of the hoped for possibilities when diagnosing the disease. In the past most people, including my mom went a long time before being diagnosed and when the diagnosis came it was already too late. I am donating because I hope with a little more research, solutions might be found my grand kids, children and other loved ones who carry the gen for pancreatic cancer might not suffer and die a hopeless death."

"My mother was diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer several years ago. I contacted the NPCF with her for support and did not receive a response until NOW requesting a review. I donated to the NPCF in my mom's name, but received NO support or contact from them. My mom was looking for support, resources, and recommendations for financial support while she was in hospice. I do not know how many emails or contacts the NPCF receives but to contact me over eight years after my mom's death is disappointing. I hope they begin to do better. There are so many individuals who need help."

"I contributed in honor of a very close friend who died from pancreatic cancer. I have no knowledge of the effectiveness of this foundation's efforts on behalf of pancreatic cancer patients and their families, but can only hope that there are positive outcomes."

"Wonderful organization that not only helps individuals with pancreatic cancer, but also their families who are going through a challenging time. I organized a fundraiser a bit over a year ago and raised over $1000. I was proud to donate every cent to NPCF to support everything they aim to do!"