Pioneering Research
for a Brighter Tomorrow.

A Beacon of Support

Fanconi Cancer Foundation

Our mission is to improve the lives of people affected by Fanconi anemia and associated cancers worldwide by funding exceptional research and empowering our community.

Founded in 1989 by parents Lynn and David Frohnmayer, FCF’s contributions have been instrumental in understanding the disease and improving treatments, with more than $33 million funded for 260+ research projects worldwide. Life expectancy has more than doubled as treatments have drastically improved. We must now take on the most significant and currently unsolved problem facing the FA community today: cancer.

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The World Leader in FA Research

Igniting Solutions

Empowering Lives through Research

Cancer may be the most difficult issue that people with FA face in their lifetimes. As the leading foundation dedicated to supporting research on this disease, we must intensify our focus on this urgent and currently unsolved problem to discover solutions.

That’s why our research activities are focused on cancer prevention, detection, treatment and awareness. Because all facets of this disease are interconnected, we also fund research into gene editing and gene therapy, preclinical models, clinical trials, improving quality of life, and understanding the disease.

10,000+

Donors Invested

$33M+

In Research

1,500+

Families Registered

23

Genes Identified

Unleashing Progress

Creating
Lifelong Impact

Our efforts extend beyond research, encompassing advocacy, community support, educational resources, and clinical programs like the Virtual Tumor Board and the FA Patient Registry.

We envision a future in which we can prevent and/or eliminate the primary causes of death and disability in people with FA, enabling them to live full lives. We've come a long way, but we know there is still a lot of work to be done.

You’re Among An Amazing
Community Of People

10,000+

Donors Invested

1,500+

Families

240+

Funded Researchers

150+

Volunteers

Transparency & Accountability

Our Financials

With your help, we are improving the quality of life for people with FA around the world by funding exceptional research. FCF believes in and practices transparency, accountability, and efficiency. We are always striving to become more efficient and to ensure your generous donations are put to best use by directing as much funding as possible to grants and to supporting our community.

$1,639,245

Research Initiatives

$1,356,784

Community Support

$398,389

Fundraising

$569,462

Administration

A Network of Love

Caring for Yourself or a Loved One

Join our FA Family Network, which gives you access to educational materials, resources, support services, and community. All information and services are free, and your information is kept confidential.

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News & Events

The Painted Turtle Brings Family Fun to Full Color

Since 1991, the FA Family Retreat has been a tradition that surprises, supports, and uplifts FA families worldwide. Whether families travel from within the United States or across the globe, the retreat offers connection, educational sessions, resources, expert consultations, and...

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Katherine De Los Santos Receives the 2024 Winn/Byrd Award for Adults with FA

Katherine (middle) with 2023's recipient Ana Tabar (left) and FCF CEO Isis Sroka (right) The De Los Santos family first experienced the complexities of Fanconi anemia as they endured the devastating loss of their daughter, Gracie, who passed away from...

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From Shock to Strength: Our FA Diagnosis

It took me weeks to come to terms with the fact that there were no easy answers. I couldn't change the past or the diagnosis, so I focused on educating myself and becoming Tinslee's biggest advocate. We underwent all the necessary tests, scans, and procedures, and spent a year going in for lab work and check-ups.

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