Be Inspired
The one hundred are scientists, physicians, caregivers, patients, advocates, volunteers, philanthropists and others who have contributed to the fight against cancer in creative and meaningful ways. Read their stories, see their faces and be inspired. Learn More
Honor Your Cancer Hero
In the fight against cancer, everyone knows a hero. Too often, these unsung heroes — nurses, doctors, scientists, philanthropists, advocates, volunteers and others — go unrecognized. But you can help change this. Nominate your hero today. Learn More
Support the Fight Against Cancer
Your support is essential to our mission. There are a number of ways to support the one hundred and Mass General Cancer Center. Attend the dinner, ask your company to sponsor the event, make a gift in tribute to a special honoree, submit a nomination and help us spread the word! Learn More
Experience a Unique Event
Celebrate the exceptional achievements and remarkable spirit of the Mass General Cancer Center community at the fifth annual one hundred benefit gala on June 7, 2012. Learn More
View the 2011 Honorees
Lorraine A. Walsh, RN
Robert A. Weinberg, PhD
Maryellen Denning
Global Task Force on Expanded Access to Cancer Care and Control in Developing Countries
Linda and Scott Webb
The Mass General Department of Emergency Medicine Avon Walk Volunteers
Fredrica A. Preston, RNC, NP, AOCN
Keith T. Flaherty, MD
Lisette A. Packer, RN, BSN
Kenneth K. Tanabe, MD
Elana and Jack Sargent
The Moonlight and Miracles Committee
Voices of Hope
Lewis C. Cantley, PhD
The Spirit Flags Project
Trooper Marcell Strain
Karleen R. Habin, RN, BCCS, MPHC
Sir Mark Walport, FMedSci, Wellcome Trust
Jonathan Zuker
Janice McGrath
Shyamala Maheswaran, PhD
Hahnemann Hospital Foundation and Michael Hetherman
Tara K. Gustin, BS, RTT
The Wellness Warriors
Robert A. Ingram
Frank Lewenberg
Anne M. Brogan
Ellison 14 Wedding Team
The Danversbank Charitable Foundation and Kevin Noyes
Mark, Brooke and Gregg Goldstein
Mass General honors 100 individuals and groups for their diverse contributions to the fight against cancer.
There is strength in numbers and Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center proves this each year. the one hundred is the Cancer Center’s annual fundraiser, honoring 100 individuals and groups whose diligence and discoveries, philanthropy and passion have helped advance the fight against cancer. Funds raised at the gala support research, patient care, education and community outreach programs. Meet the Honorees.
Support Mass General Cancer Center's mission to eradicate cancer - support the one hundred.
Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center provides comprehensive and compassionate care to a diverse community of patients and families in an environment committed to research and education. An integral part of one of the world’s most distinguished medical centers, Mass General Cancer Center consistently ranks among the top cancer centers in the nation.
The Cancer Center’s commitment to eradicating cancer is fueled by scientific investigation conducted as part of the largest hospital-based research program in the United States. Through a powerful synergy between scientists in the laboratories and physicians at the bedside, the Cancer Center fosters innovation in basic, translational and clinical research.
Known for providing individualized, compassionate care to both adults and children, the Mass General Cancer Center comprises 20 fully integrated, multidisciplinary clinical programs and a vast network of support and educational services.
Proceeds from the one hundred support five key initiatives at Mass General Cancer Center.
- Discovering the FUNDAMENTAL CAUSES OF CANCER as a guide to prevention, early detection, and treatment
- TARGETING EARLY CANCERS through precision surgery and focused radiation
- Targeting complex and advanced cancers through “SMART DRUGS”
- Accelerating the DELIVERY OF RESEARCH discoveries to people with cancer
- A WORLD OF CARE: Treating the patient, supporting the family, and education of the community
