Causes: Philanthropy, Private Grantmaking Foundations

Mission: The mission of the William Guy Forbeck Research Foundation is to promote advances in the field of oncology, particularly pediatric oncology, by shortening the cancer research timetable.

Results: The William Guy Forbeck Research Foundation has facilitated communication and networking between oncologists and researchers for thirty years. In addition, the Foundation spearheaded the development of the international Neuroblastoma Consortium, a group of family foundations in the United States, Europe, Canada, and more, which are dedicated to pediatric cancer research. For more information on publications and research from our Forbeck Scholars please visit our website at www. wgfrf. org.

Target demographics: shorten the timetable in finding a cure

Direct beneficiaries per year: 16 top oncologists by funding their research and facilitating their relationships with each other

Geographic areas served: cancer research

Programs: focus meetings between top oncologists nationally and internationally, funding and supporting new researchers in the field through our Scholar Award program, hosting annual Scholar Retreats where our scientists can meet and collaborate on current research projects, and culminating all of the top research ideas at the Annual Forum.