Mission: Our mission is to cure pancreatic cancer by:Funding scientific and clinical research related to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of pancreatic cancer
Providing research information and clinical support services to patients, caregivers and individuals at high risk
Increasing public awareness and hope for those dealing with this disease

Our Vision

The Lustgarten Foundation envisions a world in which pancreatic cancer is curable and patients will be treated effectively and enjoy a good quality of life.
Our operating principles to achieve this vision include:

Continuing to be the largest private funder of pancreatic cancer research in the world
Striving for excellence
Emphasizing compassion
Having a commitment to serve
Having integrity to our mission, to those we serve, and to ourselves

The Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1999, and donations are tax-deductible.