By Shirley Gordon, Penny Lewis and the Cape Cod Mah Jongg Group “Have fun every day”, were words that our dear friend, Jill Hecsh Levine, lived by. Jill was a happy upbeat […]
Owen Never Gives Up!
To date, the Annual Dal Bon Memorial Golf Tournament has raised nearly $50,000 dollars for pancreatic cancer research. The event is one of our highlights of the summer, bringing together the community in Grass Valley & Auburn, CA. The Dal Bon family’s continued dedication to Never Give Up inspires us all to continue the fight!
Dr. Reber Never Gives Up!
Dr. Reber’s reputation as a world renowned surgeon has made him a leading force in his field. Today, as a crucial member of the Hirshberg Foundation Scientific Advisory Board his contribution has gone above and beyond. Dr. Reber is a Distinguished Professor of Surgery, Chief of Pancreatic and Gastrointestinal Surgery at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. His accomplishments and accolades distinguish him in this field and we are privileged to have him on our board.
Dr. Go Never Gives Up!
For 20 years, Dr. Vay Liang Go has played an instrumental role guiding the foundation’s scientific efforts and developing the Foundation’s international Seed Grant Program. As Chair of the Hirshberg Foundation’s Scientific Advisory Board, Dr. Go has opened doors for medical professionals and investigators eager to launch a career in the field of pancreatic cancer research. His remarkable accomplishments continue to inspire up-and-coming investigators to set a higher standard in their pursuit for a cure and Never Give Up!
Kat’s Father’s Day Tribute – Thom Mrozek
My dad has always been a role model to me. He’s funny, passionate, and never fails to cheer me up. He taught me how to golf and how to stand […]
A Strong and Beautiful Woman – My Mother’s Day Tribute
My Mom was definitely not supposed to get cancer. The thought was impossible and unreal. This strong, beautiful woman who lived each day focused on taking care of her family, offering unwavering support and strength and functioning as the glue that held everything together. The possibility of her being seriously ill was unthinkable.
My Mom’s Journey – A Mother’s Day Tribute
By Sari R. My mom has always been a huge influence in my life- as a friend, a role model and someone I grew up wanting to emulate. She has […]
Richard Hatch Memorial Fund
Richard Hatch, star of the original “Battlestar Galatica” passed away on February 7, 2017 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Hatch was best known for his role as Captain Apollo […]
We’re Fighters!
By Leslie N. This year our family learned the devastating news that my father had pancreatic cancer. Having watched a very close friend pass one year earlier from this horrific […]
My Greatest Inspiration
By Sebastian B. My Dad has been one of my greatest inspirations from a very young age. My Dad has been my rock, fueling and motivating me to pursue my […]