ABOUT ICRF
THE ANSWER TO CANCER IS RESEARCH
We harness the knowledge, educational resources, and research of Israels’ best and brightest scientists in order to save the lives of cancer patients in Toronto, North America and throughout the world.
ICRF has funded scientists who went on to discover incredible medical breakthroughs. Two of our very own ICRF-funded scientists (Professors Avram Hershko and Aaron Ciechanover of the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology) were nominated for and received the 2004 Nobel Prize in chemistry.
To date, ICRF has contributed more than USD $100,000,000 for over 3,000 grants involving all major hospitals, universities and cancer research projects throughout Israel.
The results of the research have a significant impact in Toronto, across Canada and throughout the world.
WHY ICRF?
Your Gift Goes Further
Research in Israel carries less overhead than North American research and funds are allocated directly to our scientists in their labs.
Ongoing Breakthroughs
ICRF has funded 3000 research projects through all cancer fields.
OUR SUCCESSES
Gleevec®
The development of Gleevec (imatinib) marked a turning point in cancer care, transforming chronic myelogenous leukemia into a manageable disease for more than 200,000 people worldwide.
P53 Gene
p53, known as the “guardian of the genome,” stands as one of the most important scientific discoveries of the 20th century, with mutations found in approximately 50% of all human tumors.
The Ubiquitin System
The groundbreaking discovery of the ubiquitin–proteasome system led to Velcade, a transformative treatment for multiple myeloma, and was recognized with the 2004 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
Doxil®
The first liposomal (fat-encapsulated) chemotherapy agent, offering longer circulation and reduced toxicity. It is now used in treating ovarian cancer, AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma, and other cancers.
ICRF COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Our Community Sponsors are year-round partners whose annual support fuels ICRF’s mission beyond a single event. Their ongoing contributions help fund critical cancer research while supporting programs, events, and awareness initiatives that strengthen our community and expand ICRF’s impact. In recognition of their commitment, sponsors receive meaningful benefits and opportunities to engage with ICRF throughout the year.
We are deeply grateful to those who have chosen to stand with ICRF and support our work on an ongoing basis.
GOLD Level Partners
BRONZE Level Partners
Vera Finkelstein & Family in loving memory of Larry Finkelstein z"l
Rob Kumer & Barbara Schechter
Fern Simpson Reich & Steven Sofer
The Zevy Family
