Since the 1980’s, the Foundation has been an active advocate for raising the standards of cancer care in the Midwest region. Cancer care including support services, treatment and research are primary initiatives of the Foundation. The Foundation has funded specific health care programs, community-based and psychosocial support services, cancer research, development of new treatments, and improvement of direct patient services.

Additionally, the Foundation has supported both cancer-specific and general health patient programs. Following is a list of a few institutions that have received funding.

• Northwestern University Medical Center
• Rush University Medical Center
• Mount Sinai Hospital and Medical Center
• Children's Memorial Hospital
• Alivio Medical Center
• University of Chicago Hospital
• Illinois Masonic Medical Center