Events

Jun 21st, 2025

We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming FA Family Retreat, taking place at The Painted Turtle from June 21-25, 2025. The Family Retreat offers a unique opportunity for families registered with us to participate in presentations by leading researchers and physicians specializing in Fanconi anemia (FA). Attendees will...

Sep 25th, 2025

The 2025 Scientific Symposium will be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota from September 25-27. We hope to see you there! What is the Symposium? The Scientific Symposium serves as a vital platform for the exchange of knowledge and ideas in the field of Fanconi anemia (FA). Every year, the Fanconi Cancer...

Sep 25th, 2025

The Retreat for Adults with FA takes place every fall in a different city. It’s an opportunity for individuals with FA ages 18+ to meet other adults with FA, learn about medical and research updates, attend support sessions, and participate in voluntary research studies. We are excited to continue providing...

Oct 15th, 2025

This virtual meeting is an opportunity for individuals diagnosed with Fanconi Anemia Neurological Syndrome (FANS) and their families to gather, share experiences, and find mutual support for navigating FANS. Registration is required and participants must speak English as interpretation is not available. Time: 5:00 – 6:30 pm Pacific Time

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2025 Research Updates

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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In Loving Memory of Imroze Marzban Ardeshir

April 15, 1983 – December 27, 2017By Daisy & Marzban Ardeshir The story below was shared by Imroze’s parents, Daisy and Marzban Ardeshir, in remembrance of their daughter’s strength, grace, and enduring spirit. Our second child, Imroze, was diagnosed with...

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A Remarkable Gift for the FA Community

We’re thrilled to share that Rena and Paul Rice, parents of two children with Fanconi anemia—Sydney (19) and Blake (25)—have made an extraordinary commitment to the FA community: a gift of $100,000 per year for the next three years to...

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