Stephanie Wolfson Cohen, co-chair of the Young Friends of Philly Fights Cancer, was featured in the November/ December issue of Philadelphia Style Magazine for a story titled “Rebels with a Cause” which highlighted rising young philanthropists making a difference in the world. Stephanie leads a committed group of young supporters who know all too well that cancer affects people of every age. Many members have been personally impacted by cancer, driving their passion to make a difference. Under Stephanie’s guidance, the Young Friends have brought fresh energy to our mission, partnering with local businesses to create unique, exciting events that keep our community engaged and inspired.

Our story began with Madlyn Abramson, who founded Philly Fights Cancer after her own experience with cancer. Today, Stephanie and her mother, Philly Fights Cancer co-chair Nancy Abramson Wolfson, carry on that legacy, celebrating milestones like the FDA approval of CAR T-cell immunotherapy—a treatment developed by Penn’s Dr. Carl June that has redefined cancer care.

Since 2015, Philly Fights Cancer has raised over $50 million for the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania, supporting groundbreaking research that changes lives. Our mission is clear: fund clinical trials and translational research to improve patient care, and we're proud to have contributed to 21 FDA-approved cancer treatments.