On October 31st the LA Cancer Challenge is making a triumphant return to the UCLA campus once again! We are delighted to share that a dedicated supporter of the Foundation, […]
Lessons Learned on a Path to Wellness
By Laura Metzger My journey began eight years ago. I experienced an acute epigastric episode of diarrhea and vomiting for eight hours. It was a red flag. I had just […]
Living Hope, a 19-year Survivor Story
By Roberta Luna I am a wife, a mother, a bit of a thrill-seeker, an advocate, a volunteer and as of April 1, 2021, a nineteen-year pancreatic cancer survivor, with […]
Celebrating a 13-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor for Father’s Day
In 2021, Steven, a husband, father and medical professor, shared his story as a patient and a long-term pancreatic cancer survivor. At the time of diagnosis, his son and daughter […]
Summertime Purple Ribbon Events are Making a Comeback!
Returning to in-person activities is becoming a reality for many across the country and we’re excited about the countless reunions that await! As we begin dreaming up plans to re-unite […]
Advocating for Women Facing Pancreatic Cancer
This Mother’s Day, as you celebrate, honor or remember the special women in your life, join us in taking action on behalf of the countless moms who have fought pancreatic […]
Tour de Pier 2020 Research & Program Review
The Tour de Pier, the Hirshberg Foundation’s signature, collaborative spin event, brings together 3 great charities to fundraise for cancer. 2020 looked a whole lot different than we expected but […]
Healing Blooms, A New Partnership Grows with Viola Floral
The Hirshberg Foundation is honored to partner with Viola Flora for Healing Bloom Zooms, a no-cost flower arranging classes for cancer patients and survivors. The class aims to support patients […]
Celebrate Birthdays with a Facebook Fundraiser
Over the past year, many of us have celebrated quarantine birthdays by finding new and unique ways to share our special day with friends and family from afar. From car […]
Celebrate and Learn from 10, 20 and 30-year Survivors of Pancreatic Cancer
We are honored to present a celebration and conversation with three long-term survivors of pancreatic cancer, Philip, Michelle and Donna. Our guests discuss how they have dealt with the highs […]