Fans for the Cure

02/14/2026

Congratulations to Fans for the Cure’s great friend and program supporter, Nick Castellanos, who signed with Padres.

We still recall his grand slam last Father’s Day at Citizens Bank Park on the same day the Philadelphia Phillies invited us to throw out the first pitch.

All the best to Nick.

06/10/2025

Fans for the Cure will join the Kansas City Royals, the University of Kansas Cancer Center, the Prostate Network and many local charities for Prostate Cancer Awareness Night on Wednesday, June 11, at Kauffman Stadium. The event will call attention to the importance of early detection in achieving best outcomes for men's cancers.

06/10/2025

https://www.cancerhealth.com/article/cancer-health-25-salute-patient-advocates
A shout-out to our own Karen Shaffer for earning a spot on this prestigious list of patient advocates from across the country who are making a difference.

Patient advocates provide support, education, prevention, treatment, care and more, especially for the poor, marginalized and underinsured.

06/10/2025

Huge congratulations to Karen Shaffer of Fans for the Cure on being named one of Cancer Health Magazine’s 25 Patient Advocates to Honor in 2025! 🇺🇸⚾

Karen joins a distinguished list that includes Senator Tammy Baldwin(D-WI) and Boston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Whitlock, in being recognized for her outstanding leadership in prostate cancer advocacy.

Karen leads our New Jersey community screening initiatives and moderates our support group for partners and caregivers, which meets online on the first and third Tuesdays of every month.

Her tireless commitment helps ensure that no man—or their loved ones—faces prostate cancer alone. 💙

Fans for the Cure Prostate Cancer Foundation

05/19/2025

We were saddened to learn of President Biden's diagnosis of aggressive prostate cancer (Gleason 9, Grade Group 5).

Our thoughts are with him and his loved ones as he begins treatment. We wish him strength and healing -- and we reaffirm our commitment to raising awareness about the importance of early detection and support for all men facing this insidious disease.

05/02/2025

Fans for the Cure proudly introduces The Boone Squad!

Aaron Boone is taking action to promote prostate cancer awareness, and we invite you to join his Boone Squad. The manager of the Bronx Bombers has pledged a generous donation to Fans for the Cure based on the number of wins and home runs the Yankees achieve during the 2025 regular season. It's no surprise that he leads with his heart and purpose.

If you're a Yankees fan, consider donating or pledging $1.00 for each Yankees win and $1.00 for each Yankees home run during the 2025 regular season. Visit fansforthecure.org to make your pledge or contribute today.

Your pledge or donation in support of Aaron Boone helps expand Fans for the Cure’s outreach and provide free prostate cancer screenings and services to more communities throughout the year.

Thank you to everyone already in the Boone Squad in support of Aaron Boone, a true partner in the fight against prostate cancer!

04/29/2025

It was a great day at Parkside Preparatory Academy in Brooklyn on Saturday (4/26). Thanks to Novellis Health, the American-Italian Cancer Foundation, the American Cancer Society, One Brooklyn Health, and Sherman Abrams Labs, nearly everyone eligible was screened for prostate cancer. Incredible teamwork! This is how we impact lives and lift our communities.

10/24/2024

On behalf of our Chairman, Steve Garvey, and all of us at Fans for the Cure, we mourn the loss of a man whose career and too-short life inspired millions. RIP Fernando Valenzuela. The extent to which he lifted up the Mexican community in southern California during those magical years cannot be measured.

09/09/2024

Fans for the Cure sends out our best wishes to our NJ sister, Scialfa, who made public on Sunday her six-year journey with multiple myeloma.

07/07/2024

Our founder Ed Randall did guest play-by-play at the Wiffle Ball Home Run Derby this past Saturday in advance of the Wiffle Ball Tournament and Family BBQ on 7/20 at 1 PM. For more info, go to www.fansforthecure.org. Event will take place at on Travers Island in Pelham NY. All proceeds to benefit

06/17/2024

Screening today at Staten Island Broadway YMCA YMCA with Richmond University Medical Center Free PSA tests, presentation at 1:15. Former MLB players and will be here.