Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation

Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation Pancreatic cancer is the 4th leading cause of cancer related deaths in the United States.

Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation is dedicated to providing personal support to those affected by Pancreatic Cancer through tailored resources, connections and education, and funding for early detection research. Over 43,000 Americans are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer each year and sadly, only 4% will survive five years. Yet in 2010, the National Cancer Institute allocated only 2% of its funding to pancreatic cancer research.

Pancreatic cancer is often detected too late — more than 80% of cases are diagnosed at an advanced stage, when treatment...
11/23/2025

Pancreatic cancer is often detected too late — more than 80% of cases are diagnosed at an advanced stage, when treatment options are limited. 💜🕊️

That’s why awareness matters, and why our work continues every day. Through our Four Pillars — Funding Research, Personalizing Support, Raising Awareness, and Creating Community — Rolfe Foundation is committed to changing how early pancreatic cancer is detected and understood. 🔬💜

Take a moment to learn the signs and know your risk.
Explore resources at:
https://ow.ly/Ti3o50XumGF

World Pancreatic Cancer Day

💜 Get ready for a night of brainpower, community, and purpose!Giving Tuesday Trivia Night is happening Tuesday, December...
11/22/2025

💜 Get ready for a night of brainpower, community, and purpose!

Giving Tuesday Trivia Night is happening Tuesday, December 2 at 7 PM at Benchmark — and every question you answer helps push progress in pancreatic cancer research and support programs.

When we come together, have fun, and give back, we strengthen the mission that matters: earlier detection, better resources, and more hope for families facing pancreatic cancer.

Grab your friends, enjoy great drinks, and team up for trivia glory hosted by Whaddayaknow? Free Pub Trivia.

And the best part? All donations will be matched. 💜

If you feel inspired to spend your Giving Tuesday with impact, you can join us here:
🔗 https://ow.ly/8woH50Xw2V0

11/21/2025

💜 Thank you for an unforgettable night.

The Progress Forward Gala brought our community together in the most meaningful way — people from every part of the Rolfe family standing with one purpose.

Our honorees shared a heartfelt moment together before the program began, connecting and reflecting on what this mission means. It was powerful to witness.

We also welcomed more patients and families than ever before and celebrated our largest attendance to date — and our largest audience to date came together with incredible generosity during the paddle raise.

Thank you for showing up with so much heart — and for helping move progress forward. ✨💜

Diet plays a crucial role in the fight against pancreatic cancer. Discover how making the right dietary choices can redu...
11/21/2025

Diet plays a crucial role in the fight against pancreatic cancer. Discover how making the right dietary choices can reduce cancer risk and improve overall health with Christine Rosandich on .

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11/21/2025

We’re here at Venue West tonight for the Progress Forward Gala, and the energy in the room is deeply moving. Supporters, families, and partners who share one purpose: to advance progress in pancreatic cancer research, early detection, and personalized support for the families who rely on us.

Honored to spotlight our 2025 Gala Honorees:
🎗️ Dr. Mark Talamonti
🎗️ Harriet’s Helping Hands
🎗️ Tempus | Ezra Cohen

It’s Gala Day! 💜✨Tonight, our community comes together at Venue West to celebrate hope, honor loved ones, and stand unit...
11/20/2025

It’s Gala Day! 💜✨
Tonight, our community comes together at Venue West to celebrate hope, honor loved ones, and stand united on World Pancreatic Cancer Day.
We’re ready for an evening filled with connection, purpose, and a whole lot of purple. 💜

See you tonight at 6:30 PM!

Before you arrive:
Preview the silent auction and log into OneCause to speed up check-in: https://ow.ly/TtHA50XugoO

💜 Today is World Pancreatic Cancer Day—an important reminder of why awareness and early detection matter.Because early s...
11/20/2025

💜 Today is World Pancreatic Cancer Day—an important reminder of why awareness and early detection matter.

Because early symptoms can be vague, many people don’t recognize the signs right away. Raising awareness and starting conversations truly moves us toward earlier diagnoses and greater hope. 🎗️

Our community continues to show the heart and purpose that fuel this work—every event, every volunteer, every voice.

As we honor this day and come together at tonight’s Progress Forward Gala, we’re reminded how meaningful it is to support resources that help families facing pancreatic cancer.

If you feel inspired to take action today, you can learn how to support this mission here:
🔗 https://ow.ly/4XnT50XtTJT

Your Gala Night Guide Is Here 💜✨ We can’t wait to see you at the Progress Forward Gala this Thursday, November 20 at Ven...
11/19/2025

Your Gala Night Guide Is Here 💜✨ We can’t wait to see you at the Progress Forward Gala this Thursday, November 20 at Venue West!

Here’s a quick look at what to know before you arrive:
💜 Dress Code: Wear purple for World Pancreatic Cancer Day
📍 Venue West — 221 N Paulina St., Chicago
⏰ Doors open at 6:30 PM
📲 OneCause: Log in to your account before you arrive to speed up check-in and ensure your payment info is updated for bidding
🖼️ Silent Auction + Wall of Inspiration: Celebrate stories, honor loved ones, and support early detection and patient care

Learn more: https://ow.ly/pyWy50XuaLu

We’re grateful to celebrate hope and progress with you. 💜

Could you spot the symptoms of pancreatic cancer? They can be subtle — but knowing them early can make all the differenc...
11/17/2025

Could you spot the symptoms of pancreatic cancer? They can be subtle — but knowing them early can make all the difference.

At Rolfe Foundation, we’re focused on early detection, education, and compassionate support for everyone affected by pancreatic cancer.

Here are a few symptoms to pay attention to:
⚠️ Unexplained weight loss
⚠️ Indigestion or loss of appetite
⚠️ Mid-back or stomach pain
⚠️ Yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice)
⚠️ Changes in stool
⚠️ New-onset diabetes

If you’re experiencing one or more of these, reach out to your doctor — and learn more at https://www.rolfefoundation.org/for-patients/know-your-risk/

👉 Educate loved ones about the risks and symptoms of pancreatic cancer.

Awareness saves lives — and progress starts when we face the facts, together. 💜

World Pancreatic Cancer Day

11/16/2025

Last month, our team visited Endeavor Health Grainger Center for Simulation & Innovation with partners from Rush University System for Health to see how robotic-assisted surgery is transforming patient care.

Guided by Dr. Bridget Wild and Syed Abbas Mehdi, we watched the Intuitive
da Vinci Surgical System in action — the same technology used by Rush surgeons in minimally invasive pancreatic and abdominal procedures. The da Vinci’s 3D vision and wristed instruments give surgeons greater precision, range of motion, and access — even in the smallest spaces.

For patients, that precision means less trauma, faster recovery, and lower risk of complications. It’s innovation with a heartbeat — helping people return to their lives and loved ones sooner.

💜 Precision that heals
💜 Technology guided by compassion
💜 Hope in motion

We’re proud to support progress that brings breakthroughs like this to patients and families facing pancreatic cancer. Together, we’re pushing progress forward — one innovation at a time.

🔗 Learn more about robotic-assisted surgery at Rush: https://www.rush.edu/treatments/robotic-surgery

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We need your help! Because pancreatic cancer cases are rising and there have been improvements in the detection and trea...
11/15/2025

We need your help! Because pancreatic cancer cases are rising and there have been improvements in the detection and treatment of other cancers, is poised to become the second leading cause of death in the United States in the next decade.

Join our fight by funding ground-breaking research that will save more lives. 💜
🔗 https://ow.ly/q9BX50Xrghb

Source: University of Pennsylvania

70 Acts. Endless Kindness. One Beautiful Legacy.Zoe Kofkin and her family are turning heartbreak into hope — honoring wh...
11/14/2025

70 Acts. Endless Kindness. One Beautiful Legacy.

Zoe Kofkin and her family are turning heartbreak into hope — honoring what would’ve been their mom Sandy’s 70th birthday with 70 Acts of Kindness.

Sandy was the kind of person who made everyone feel seen. Now, her family is inviting all of us to do the same — one act of kindness at a time.

Hold a door. Donate a meal. Call someone you love. Or make a gift in Sandy’s honor to a cause close to her heart, like Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation. 💜

Let’s keep Sandy’s kindness moving forward →
👉 https://ow.ly/Vht450Xrgvw

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Pancreatic cancer is the 3rd leading cause of cancer related deaths in the United States. Over 43,000 Americans are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer each year and sadly, only 4% will survive five years. Yet in 2010, the National Cancer Institute allocated only 2% of its funding to pancreatic cancer research.