Support the Future of Cancer Care and Research
Your gift helps Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center advance cancer research, improve patient care, and train the next generation of cancer leaders.
The Impact of Philanthropy
Philanthropic support has helped shape Vanderbilt-Ingram from the beginning. Donor investments fuel discoveries in the laboratory, expand access to innovative treatments and provide resources that support patients and families throughout their cancer experience.
Many of the advances in cancer care today began as promising ideas supported by philanthropy. Gifts of all sizes help researchers pursue new questions, clinicians deliver exceptional care, and trainees prepare for careers dedicated to ending cancer.
Gifts Big and Small Change our Future
The Lovell Family Fellowship Fund was established in 2021 by Beth Lovell Williamson and Paula Lovell to support fellowship programs and research in blood cancers in the Division of Hematology and Oncology in the Department of Medicine at Vanderbilt Health. This gift was made in honor of their parents, J.C. and Mary Lovell, both of whom had blood cancers, and in the continued hope of Paula’s own successful treatment of blood cancer.
Where Your Gift Can Make a Difference
Whether you are passionate about research, patient support, education, or community impact, there are many ways to give.
Director’s Innovation Fund (opens in a new tab)
Support emerging opportunities across research, patient care, education, and outreach. These flexible funds help Vanderbilt-Ingram respond quickly to areas of greatest promise and need.
P³ Catalyst Awards (opens in a new tab)
Each year, Vanderbilt-Ingram researchers compete for funding to pursue the future of cancer discovery and care. These innovative projects are early in the process of discovery, and philanthropic support helps launch ideas that may not yet qualify for traditional funding sources.
Patient Care (opens in a new tab)
Support services help improve quality of life for patients and families throughout treatment and survivorship.
Education & Training (opens in a new tab)
Help prepare future cancer researchers, physicians, and healthcare professionals through programs that support learning, mentorship, and career development.
Areas of Greatest Need (opens in a new tab)
Provide flexible support where it can have the greatest impact. These funds allow Vanderbilt-Ingram to address emerging opportunities and urgent needs across the Cancer Center.
Music Therapy (opens in a new tab)
Music therapy can help to address a variety of health care goals, including managing stress, alleviating pain, promoting physical rehabilitation, family bonding, and emotional expression.
Clinic Wish List
We welcome donations of items to make our patients, families, and caregivers more comfortable during their time with us. If you would like to donate any of these items or access our Amazon Wishlist, please email our Patient and Family Resource Center.
- Individually wrapped snacks like chips/pretzels, granola bars, mints, and sweets
- Small water bottles or small cans of ginger ale
- Coloring books and crayons/colored pencils (both adult and children versions welcomed)
- Cozy socks, lip balm, small lotion bottles
- Soft cotton hats or headscarves
Planned Giving
Planned gifts are a powerful way to leave a lasting legacy while helping shape the future of cancer care and discovery. By including Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in your long-term plans, you can support innovative research, compassionate patient care, and the development of new treatments that will benefit generations to come. Your investment in our mission today creates hope and healing for the future.
Corporate Giving and Engagement Opportunities
Businesses play an important role in advancing cancer research, patient care, and education at Vanderbilt-Ingram. We work with organizations to identify meaningful partnership opportunities, from philanthropic support and sponsorships to employee engagement and fundraising initiatives.
Help Shape the Future of Cancer Care
Together, we can help create a future with better treatments, more breakthroughs, and greater hope for patients and families affected by cancer.