ESPN's Support Continues During 10th Annual Jimmy V Week for Cancer Research

By: Nov. 22, 2016
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ESPN's Jimmy V Week - celebrating its 10th year on all domestic ESPN platforms - continues to drive awareness of and donations to the V Foundation for Cancer Research starting Wednesday, Nov. 30 through Friday, Dec. 9, with additional programming and highlights continuing throughout the month. Last year, Jimmy V Week raised a record $3.2 million, bringing the nine-year total of contributions to more than $13.7 million.

"As we approach this milestone 10th annual Jimmy V Week, we can simultaneously reflect on the great progress that has been made over the past decade and the important work still to be done," said John Skipper, ESPN President. "Like so many families, we at ESPN have had too many recent reminders of cancer's devastating effects, yet we have also been encouraged by how meaningful the advancements in research have been in helping treat this dreadful disease.

During V Week, we are able to share great stories of hope and inspiration across our entities, while showcasing the tireless work of the V Foundation and its ongoing impact in this critical fight."

About The V Foundation for Cancer Research The V Foundation for Cancer Research is dedicated to declaring victory over cancer. It was founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State basketball coach and ESPN commentator. Since 1993, the Foundation has funded more than $170 million in cancer research grants nationwide. It awards 100 percent of all direct cash donations to cancer research and related programs. Due to generous donors, the Foundation has an endowment that covers administrative expenses. The Foundation awards peer-reviewed grants through a competitive awards process vetted by a Scientific Advisory Committee. For more information on The V Foundation, please visit www.jimmyv.org.

About ESPN Corporate Citizenship ESPN believes that, at its very best, sports uplifts the human spirit. Its corporate citizenship programs use power of sport to positively address society's needs through strategic community investments, cause marketing programs, collaboration with sports organizations and employee volunteerism, while also utilizing its diverse media assets. For more information, go to www.espn.com/citizenship.

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