Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center Young Ambassadors

The VICC Young Ambassadors

The VICC Young Ambassadors

What are Discovery Grants?

Discovery grants provide seed funding for young researchers to pursue bold ideas in the lab that can lead to breakthrough discoveries in the fight against cancer.

Findings from preliminary research supported by a discovery grant are essential to obtain funding from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and other federal agencies that make multi-million dollar grants to support cancer research.

Vanderbilt-Ingram researchers generate over $160 million in annual federal funding, placing fourth nationally in the number of NCI awards.

We are the next generation of philanthropists committed to winning the battle against cancer by supporting ground-breaking research at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center.

Cancer has touched all of our lives, and we are passionate about fighting it. As Young Ambassadors, we are turning that passion into action.

How are we taking action?

  • Raising $70,000 to fund two discovery grants at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center. By funding two discovery grants through monies raised for the “VICCtory over Cancer” fund, we have two opportunities to spark the beginning of new major research initiatives. We need your help to reach our goal of $70,000! Click on the link of a Young Ambassador below to make a gift in support of their fundraising efforts. Make a general contribution to “VICCtory over Cancer.”
  • Advocating for Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center. Through our personal and professional networks, we are spreading the word about how Vanderbilt-Ingram is leading the way in cancer treatment and research.
  • Volunteering at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center. As Young Ambassadors, we are supporting the services provided at Vanderbilt-Ingram by volunteering at events.

Get involved

Are you interested in joining the Young Ambassadors? Contact Shannon Cain in Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center Development at (615) 936-0233 or via our online Contact Form to find out more information about how you can help.

Who are the Young Ambassadors?

Click on the links below to learn more about each Young Ambassador, why we are supporting cancer research and how you can join our efforts by making a gift.

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