The DONNA Foundation Launched Cancer Awareness Efforts
The Jacksonville-based non-profit has initiated fundraising challenges and events to support breast cancer patients.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The DONNA Foundation kicked off a series of October breast cancer awareness initiatives in Jacksonville. These efforts include a community walking challenge and a matching gift campaign to support patients facing financial hardship.
Why it matters
The foundation provides essential financial relief to families living with breast cancer while funding research. Through sustained awareness and fundraising, it aims to reduce the economic burden associated with a diagnosis.
The DONNA Foundation has served over 22,000 breast cancer patients since 2003, with more than $3.3 million directed toward research. Last year alone, the CareLine provided $450,000 in financial services to 900 patients.
The players
The DONNA Foundation
This Jacksonville non-profit provides critical financial support to families battling breast cancer.
The details
Events this month include a 110-mile walking challenge, a health conversation at First Place Sports, and a 5K run at TPC Sawgrass. An active $15,000 matching gift challenge is currently incentivizing donations to further the foundation’s mission.
Timeline
The DONNA Foundation began operations in 2003.
The 110 Mile-a-Day Challenge began on Oct. 1, 2026.
A breast health conversation was held on Oct. 7, 2026.
The DONNA 5K takes place at TPC Sawgrass on Oct. 10, 2026.
The 20th DONNA Marathon Weekend occurs from Feb. 5-7, 2027.
Market Landscape
The DONNA Foundation's financial assistance model mirrors industry efforts to address the rising economic burden on patients identified in the American Cancer Society's Cancer Facts & Figures reports. This local focus helps fill the gap between insurance coverage and the living expenses of families.
Residents can participate in local events like the 110 Mile-a-Day Challenge or the 5K to support the foundation's mission. The active matching gift challenge also provides donors a way to double the impact of their contributions this month.
The takeaway
Engaging in local fitness-based fundraising allows community members to directly support regional healthcare initiatives. Participating in organized events is an effective way to help the foundation provide financial aid to families in need.
What happens next
The 20th DONNA Marathon Weekend is scheduled to take place Feb. 5-7, 2027.
Further reading
For more information on non-profit initiatives in the region, visit the Philanthropy section.
More information
To view upcoming event details or to get involved, visit the Register for DONNA Foundation events page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Ponte Vedra Recorder.
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