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Help Dear Jack fully fund 2022 programs for young adult cancer patients and survivors.
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How We Help
The Dear Jack Foundation provides quality of life programming that directly benefits young adult cancer patients, survivors and their families.
The programs facilitated by Dear Jack offer hope and guidance to young adults and their support system who are facing or who have faced a life-threatening cancer diagnosis.
Learn MoreVoices of AYA Cancer
Learn about the unique challenges AYA cancer patients and survivors face through the personal stories of Dear Jack community members.
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In Their Words
Inspired by our friend Jack, the namesake of the Dear Jack Foundation, Letters to Jack is a collection of real and inspirational stories from the AYA cancer community and those who love and support them.
Andrew McMahon: Jack’s Influence
"It was 12 years ago when I first uttered the words “Dear Jack.” At the age of 21, I was courting a successful career in the music business and was,..."
Read MoreAllison: Why I Chose to Stay in the Deep End
"Dear Jack, For as long as I can remember I always had a PLAN. Since I was a little girl, I told everyone who asked what I wanted to be..."
Read MoreTara: Getting Mindful About Grief
"Pause for a moment and notice how you feel when the word grief comes to mind… Perhaps it seems like a word that may not apply to you right now...."
Read MoreKarissa: How the Fear of COVID Helped Me Let Go of the Fear for My Life
"Dear Jack, It pulsed through me like lightning through a power line. It ran up my body, twisting every nerve, before settling into a tangle in my throat. Fear. I..."
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Every dollar you donate provides an opportunity to create hope, guidance, and community for the 89,000 young adults diagnosed with cancer annually.
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AYA Cancer Statistics
Physical, emotional, and financial hardships often persist for years after treatment, especially without the protocols or resources that specifically address the needs of the AYA cancer population.
89K
New cases of adolescent and young adult cancer each year.
633K
Adolescent and young adult survivors in the U.S. today.
75%
Percentage of adolescent and young adult survivors who report the need for a support group or opportunity to connect with others.
7x
It is 7x more likely a 15-39 year old will be diagnosed with a rare or aggressive cancer compared to someone under the age of 15.
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