Our Work

We have had to opportunity to both contribute to existing research programs and also seed funding studies that have led to medical breakthroughs.

We are proud to say that we are 100% volunteer based and every dollar we raise goes toward fulfilling our mission. With nearly zero overhead costs, and none of our officers, directors, or employees accepting compensation for their work, the donations and support we receive go straight to our work and help to turn our dream of finding research for a cure for cancer into a reality.

  • The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leader in the fight back against cancer, and through groundbreaking research, experts MD Anderson have pioneered many improvements in treating stomach cancer. Their physicians have led some of the largest international studies on chemotherapy for stomach cancer, and they continue to explore new, more advanced treatments. With a treatment approach focused on improving both outcomes and quality of life for patients, they have built several programs in gastric cancer focused on MD Anderson’s core values of caring and discovery.

    Fund Recipient: 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023

  • They are leader in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer and their world-renowned team of experts provides an integrated, personalized and patient-centered approach to cancer care— including treatment, research, support, education and outreach. Their stomach cancer research focuses on Causes, Diagnosis, and Prediction—and Translates this all into Treatment. Our hope is that our gift will support the advancements of their work, contribute to keeping families whole, and bring our world closer to being cancer free.

    Fund Recipient: 2020

  • The transitional research conducted there provides those with a cancer diagnosis and their families with the best weapon there is for fighting back: Hope. They have been a leader in the fight back against cancer for over 40 years, offering patients the most up to date and innovative treatment options available through the integration of cutting-edge research into state-of-the art care. Our contribution will help support the Gastrointestinal Research Program, and contribute to the research being done to fight back against stomach cancer.

    This organization was founded in memory of Michon Runyon, who passed away from stomach cancer in 2014. She received her treatment at UNMC, and our hope is that the work we will be able to support will allow our mission to continue forward.

    Fund Recipient: 2018

  • Established in 2002, the Saint Louis University Cancer Center is accredited by the American College of Surgeons through its Commission on Cancer (CoC) and National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). They combine the latest advances in research, prevention and education with individualized care. Plus, as part of an academic medical practice, they are able to offer their patients access to clinical trials, where promising innovations in cancer treatment take shape.

    Fund Recipient: 2015

  • Saint Louis University (2015)

  • University of Nebraska (2018)

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center (2019)

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center (2020)

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center (2021)

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center (2022)

“I am proud to be part of Project Periwinkle and our mission of helping those affected by stomach cancer. I hope our work makes a difference and allows those an opportunity to live his or her passion.”

— Christine Southall, Board Member—