Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) received a $400 million gift from Ken Griffin and David Geffen, the largest donation in MSKCC history. Mr. Griffin is the CEO of Citadel, and Mr. Geffen is the founder of DreamWorks, Asylum Records, and DCG Records.
“I’m pleased to join my friend Ken Griffin in supporting the groundbreaking, patient-centered care at MSK,” Mr. Geffen said. “It’s our sincere hope that this combined gift will inspire others and enable MSK to continue to build on its reputation as one of the top cancer care providers and research centers in the world.”
The funding will be used to expand clinical services and education at MSKCC and support the development of advanced technology used for early detection, treatment, and survivorship efforts. Other funding uses include enhancing prevention and surveillance programs.
“The MSK team is leading the world’s effort to defeat cancer,” Mr. Griffin said. “David and I are honored to support MSK’s incredible physicians and scientists advancing breakthroughs in research and treatment and the outstanding nurses and staff who dedicate their lives to providing compassionate care to those impacted by this disease.”
Efforts to continue to improve care and increase access to care in New York and worldwide will also be supported by this gift, MSKCC noted in a press release.
Source: MSKCC, December 12, 2023.
