The Philly Fights Cancer Young Friends are an integral part of Philly Fights Cancer. This dedicated group of young individuals supports the work of Abramson Cancer Center physicians and investigators through personal philanthropy and fundraising events. On June 26, 2019, Philly Fights Cancer co-chairs Stephanie Wolfson and Paige Dietz were honored with the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Millennial Corporate Philanthropy Award. The women were recognized for their role in fundraising, friend-raising, in-kind donations and volunteerism.

On Thursday, June 6^th the Young Friends of Philly Fights Cancer raised over $2,000 to benefit Philly Fights Cancer at their benefit Rumble event.

Rumble, Philadelphia’s premier new boxing gym, hosted the young friends for a rigourous one-hour class, that included a mix of high-energy cardio and classic boxing techniques. Check back on the Philly Fights Cancer website and follow the young friends on social media to stay up-to-date on the latest news and events.