In September 2013, philanthropists Phil and Penny Knight thrilled a crowd of 400 guests gathered for the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute’s biennial gala by pledging $500 million in funds to kick-start a $1 billion cancer research initiative at OHSU. The surprise announcement sparked cheers and applause, and prompted an immediate and enthusiastic commitment from Dr. Brian Druker, the director of the Knight Cancer Institute, and OHSU President Joe Robertson, to raise the funds needed to earn the Knights’ gift.
Community | Giving
Champions of creative giving
Celebrating the creative giving champions who help to build a future of health and well-being at OHSU.
Giving
Loss transformed into lifesaving action
Medical professionals at OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital are working to end the youth mental health crisis, with the backing of passionate donors.
Community | Giving | Health Equity
The care of giving
Knight Cancer Institute transplant patients will have better access to life-saving treatments, thanks to an endowed fund from a former patient.
