Claudia Adams Barr Program in Innovative Cancer Research

This year, my teammates and I hope to raise $4.5 million for the Claudia Adams Barr Program in Innovative Cancer Research. 100% of every dollar donated will fund innovative cancer research. The Barr Program has had a tremendous impact on not only cancer research but also the scientists receiving funds. The Barr Program provides seed money to young investigators with unique and promising ideas. Indeed, scientists who begin pioneering research with Barr Program funds are almost all successful in securing future grants from other sources (generally the NIH) to continue their work. Thus funds raised each year can be used to support new projects.