Research is the answer to one day making FA a treatable, manageable disease. Here, you'll discover the most recent strides in FA research and activities funded by FCF. Every quarter, we'll bring you updates on newly funded grants, ongoing projects, and significant milestones.
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Marie Sweeten
Family Services Director
A lifelong Oregonian, Marie loves exploring nature with either her running shoes or her camera. She has always been motivated to help others, which led her to pursue a degree in Human Development & Family Sciences from Oregon State University. With over 14 years of experience in social services, Marie brings resourcefulness and compassion to the team. At the Fund, she dedicates her time to helping FA families navigate the Fanconi anemia world in any way she can: “It’s a great feeling to be someone’s hero for a moment.” She strives to make a difference in people’s lives and also has a huge heart for animals. In her free time, she enjoys running, photography, going to the beach and spending time with friends, family, and her cat, Chloe.
What are you known for around the office?
Finding answers and resources. Also, finding the chocolate.
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Fear and sadness are embedded with Fanconi anemia (FA), yet I have always tried to have a hopeful tone to my essays thinking of the effect on the families who read it. This one is no different. I lost my gutsy 24-year-old daughter Tara in September. She was created by God for purpose. I always told her she brought out the best in people.
These projects, made possible through the commitment of FCF and our funding partner, Fanconi Canada, advance collaborative research that is improving early detection, guiding cancer prevention strategies, and laying the groundwork for future treatments.