Bar Mitzvah Project in memory of Ethan’s grandfather, Robert “My grandfather was a larger than life figure in his community in the Bay Area. He was constantly involved with charitable […]
You Can H.E.L.P. Fund Spotlight – David Bradley’s Triathlon Fund
In early 2008, my mother, Eleanor, was diagnosed with this awful disease. This past summer I competed in a Half Ironman in her honor to raise awareness and money for […]
Event Spotlight – Glenda Jane Koffler Memorial Golf Tournament
Editors Note: Last year we were approached by Jinny Koffler, a young woman who wanted to honor her mother-in-law and raise money for the Hirshberg Foundation. She, along with family […]
Event Spotlight – Jose’s Angels: Swinging and Running for Pancreatic Cancer
You thought you had a busy Fall? While most people were getting ready for the holidays, Jose’s Angels were working tirelessly on not one, but two fundraising events to support […]
Ronnie Never Gives Up!
Since 2007 the Cottonfest Bluegrass music festival, held in honor of both Cotton and Doyle, has raised thousands of dollars for pancreatic cancer research. Ronnie’s long time passion for music and his love of family has guided him to bring together his community and continue fighting on behalf of his loved ones. Ronnie and Denise will never give up the fight against pancreatic cancer!
Jeremy Never Gives Up!
Since 2003, when Jeremy was in the 10th grade, he’s held countless online coin auctions raising more than $85,000 dollars to date! Jeremy joined the fight against pancreatic cancer in honor of his grandfather and today those funds continue to advance research. His dedication and generosity has been unwavering, demonstrating that he will never give up until we find a cure!
Emily Never Gives Up!
Through the sale of tickets and art, Art Can Cure raised more than $5,000 for the Hirshberg Foundation. Emily’s love of her grandmother and her passion for art inspired her to join the fight against pancreatic cancer and make a difference. The funds she raised in 2007 helped suppport ground breaking research. Emily continues to inspire all of us to never give up!
Event Spotlight – Owner of Pappo Pays Tribute to his Papa
Chef John Thiel dreamed of opening a restaurant. His father’s passion for food and wine inspired Thiel to become a chef, and together they spoke of running a business. In […]
Event Spotlight – Chicago Marathoner Honors Dad She Never Met
Editors Note: Last year we were contacted by Hillary Cavan, a young woman from Chicago, who was training to run in the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon, and wanted to raise […]
We Will Never Give Up for Heather!
Heather touched the lives of so many and her story has remained in our hearts and minds for over a decade. Her beautiful smile and hopeful spirit is etched in our hearts. Her endurance and positive attitude is an inspiration to all of us to never give up.






