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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André Hessels
Board Member
Father of Dylan & Joy
André became involved with FARF when his two children, Dylan and Joy, were diagnosed with FA in 2013. Since then, he has participated in numerous runs to raise funds, including the New York, Chicago, and Boston marathons. André is a seasoned corporate financing specialist who is currently General Manager for Philips Medical Capital in Wayne, Penn. Originally from the Netherlands, André has worked in Europe, China and North America as a relationship banker for Rabobank. He brings a wealth of financial knowledge to the board and is looking forward to expanding his fundraising efforts.
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News & Events
We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership between the Fanconi Cancer Foundation (FCF) and the American Cancer Society (ACS): the Fanconi Cancer Foundation Discovery Boost Grant. This grant program will fuel innovative research aimed at preventing, detecting, and treating cancers associated with Fanconi anemia (FA).
To advance our commitment to mental health, FCF has partnered with Give An Hour (GAH), a national nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to no-cost mental health care and education.