$2 Billion Given by Knight Family to Support Cancer Research, Care, Therapies, etc.

 

THANK YOU

Phil and Penny Knight have pledged a historic $2 billion to Oregon Health & Science University’s Knight Cancer Institute, marking the largest donation ever made to an American university. This extraordinary gift will expand the center, increase access to clinical trials, and accelerate groundbreaking research aimed at saving millions of lives. It reflects a commitment to transforming cancer care and supporting innovations that could change how the disease is treated worldwide.

Leading the institute is Dr. Brian Druker, renowned for developing Gleevec, which turned a deadly leukemia into a manageable condition. With the Knights’ unprecedented support, the institute is poised to redefine global cancer treatment, inspire new therapies, and bring hope to patients and families everywhere. This donation sets a new benchmark for philanthropy in medical research.