Showing results for Philanthropy
-
![Kevin Lee Headshot]( "Kelvin Lee, MD, has energized IU’s cancer programs with a bold vision—growing research, expanding access to care, and strengthening the center’s statewide impact.")
Expanding IU’s Reach
In nearly five years at the helm, Kelvin Lee, MD, has expanded the reach and raised the profile of the IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center. ...
-
![Glass installation]()
A New Blueprint for Care
Decades ago, breast cancer care was uniform. Now, thanks to IU’s Kathy Miller, Hari Nakshatri and a new generation of researchers redefining precision medicine, the ...
-
![stock image of a cell]()
The Power Within
In clean rooms and crowded offices, researchers at the Brown Center for Immunotherapy are reimagining cancer care from the inside out — blending chemistry, computation ...
-
![A girl doing bench press]( "Pancreatic cancer survivor Judy Hetzel works out with guidance from IU’s supportive oncology team—strengthening both her body and confidence throughout her cancer journey.")
Supporting Survivors
Beyond medical treatments, caring for people on their cancer journeys is expanding to exercise, art therapy, psychology, acupuncture and much more.
-
![Dean Jay hess talking]()
‘One of the Best Jobs Imaginable’
IU School of Medicine Dean Jay L. Hess announced this summer that he will step down from his leadership role in July 2026. We spoke ...
-
![Stock image of letters on blue background]()
Reducing Tax Liability When a Stock Grows in Value
By donating appreciated stock directly or through a life-income arrangement, investors can avoid capital gains taxes while making a transformational impact at IU School of ...
-
![illustration of two people under money tree]()
Know Where You Stand Financially
An LCF Projection helps plan lifetime finances, ensuring retirement security and informed charitable giving decisions.
-
![Mobile Cancer screening unit image]()
On the Road to Stopping Lung Cancer
A new mobile unit will screen for high-risk patients around Indiana.
-
![Betty and David Klapper in the frame]( "David Klapper’s business success gave him the resources to support his wife, Betty, as she grappled with the onset of dementia. He hopes a gift to support research will allow IU to find ways to help other families cope with the challenges those efforts bring.")
From Love to Legacy
David Klapper’s devotion to his wife during her battle with dementia inspired him to support caregiving research at IU School of Medicine, aiming to improve ...
-
![Cheerful senior man in a wheelchair relaxing with his wife in their backyard at home.]()
How to Avoid Probate
Donating a primary residence can lower your tax burden and maximize your impact for IU School of Medicine.
