Santa Barbara, CA – The Cancer Foundation of Santa Barbara, the leading fundraising and grant-making institution in Santa Barbara County dedicated to cancer care, has published its 2024 Annual Report. This year’s report commemorates the Foundation’s 75th Anniversary and highlights its history, partnerships, and financial contributions. The report is available online at www.cfsb.org/about-us/publications.

In 2024, the Foundation provided $3.5 million to support programs at Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, including oncology nutrition, genetic counseling, and patient navigation. The Foundation provided an additional $203,000 to assist community programs and services, all of which aim to provide resources for individuals navigating cancer. The report features testimonials from patients who benefited from these programs, illustrating the tangible impact of donor generosity.

2024 Community Grantees include:
– Pediatric research at Cottage Health
– Cold cap trial program with UCLA Health

A significant milestone of 2024 was the Foundation’s 75th Anniversary celebration, marked by a sold-out lecture featuring Nobel Laureate Dr. Jennifer Doudna at the Granada Theatre. Co-hosted with UCSB Arts & Lectures, this event underscored the Foundation’s decades-long commitment to advancing cancer care for the Santa Barbara community.

“As we enter our next quarter-century, we look forward to broadening our support not only for Ridley-Tree Cancer Center but also for other local cancer organizations that assist patients throughout their cancer journey,” shared Lori Willis, Executive Director of the Cancer Foundation.

The Cancer Foundation invites the community to join its mission to provide superior cancer care for all Santa Barbara County residents. To learn more or to participate in a behind-the-scenes tour, contact info@cfsb.org.