irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $16KPancreatic Cancer North America continued its commitment to raising awareness of pancreatic cancer and advocating for greater supports, by working with healthcare professionals, allied organizations and in particular during World Pancreatic Cancer Day.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Patient and Family Support Initiative
Supports mental health and counseling services for individuals and families affected by pancreatic cancer through grants to organizations like Cancer Care.
Research Grant Program
Funds innovative research initiatives, including mRNA vaccine development, precision medicine, and tumor biology studies, through targeted grants to research institutions and nonprofits.
World Pancreatic Cancer Day
Annual awareness campaign to educate the public and mobilize global action around pancreatic cancer, involving healthcare professionals and allied organizations.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Pancreatic Cancer Research and Support 5 activities
- Advocating for pancreatic cancer awareness and policy changeConducts advocacy and awareness campaigns, including participation in World Pancreatic Cancer Day, and publishes annual impact reports to promote public understanding and policy engagement around pancreatic cancer.
- Developing next-generation early detection tools for pancreatic cancerSupports the development of advanced diagnostic technologies aimed at enabling earlier detection of pancreatic cancer, a key focus of ongoing research investment.
- Facilitating access to treatment centersMaintains and provides a directory to help patients locate specialized pancreatic cancer treatment centers across Canadian provinces and territories.
- Operating an Ask An Expert information serviceRuns a responsive information service that connects patients and caregivers with trusted resources and expert guidance on pancreatic cancer, with inquiries answered within two business days.
- Providing educational resources and information to patients and caregiversOffers free, accessible, and comprehensive educational content on pancreatic cancer, including information on risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and biological functions of the pancreas, tailored for patients, caregivers, and families.
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Biomedical Research and Innovation 1 activity
- Conducting and supporting clinical research in pancreatic cancerDirectly conducts and supports clinical trials such as the NeoPancONE study and a Phase II trial on peri-operative chemotherapy, including patient enrollment, biomarker analysis, and reporting outcomes at major oncology conferences.
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Cancer Research Funding 1 activity
- Funding pancreatic cancer research initiativesFunds innovative research projects focused on early detection, precision medicine, and the development of more effective treatments for pancreatic cancer, including support for clinical trials and studies conducted by partner organizations across North America.
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Mental Health Research and Services Funding 1 activity
- Funding supportive care services for cancer patientsProvides funding to organizations such as Cancer Care and Wellspring to deliver mental health counseling, peer support, and emotional well-being programs tailored to individuals and families affected by pancreatic cancer.
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Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
- Operating patient support and counseling servicesProvides confidential short-term counseling, peer support programs, bereavement services, and emotional support through partnerships and direct offerings, including virtual and in-person options for patients and families affected by pancreatic cancer.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Organizing fundraising events for researchOrganizes and participates in the annual 7 Days Cycling for Survival challenge, a 1,100-kilometre cycling event each May that raises funds for pancreatic cancer research.
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Advance Care Planning Support 1 activity
- Supporting access to palliative and end-of-life careProvides information and support for palliative care at all stages of illness and offers resources for end-of-life planning, including legacy planning and access to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) where legally available.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$316K
Contributions & grants$316K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$331K
Program expenses65%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising21%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$200K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$70K
Cash$10K
Investments$0
Liabilities$28K
Net assets$42K
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue +145.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 5
- Bryan Nese — Board Director
- Jonathan Paul — Board Chair
- Lauren Israel — Board Director
- Michael Gilbert — Board Vice Chair and Treasurer
- Russell Browne — Board Director
relationships · 22
Who they work with
- ASCO Network — Presented research findings at the ASCO 2025 conference.
- Advance Care Planning Canada Partner — Resource partner providing tools and information for advance care planning.
- American Friends of UHN Inc. Partner — Receives research funding from Pancreatic Cancer North America for a study on slowing tumor growth in pancreatic cancer.
- Canadian Cancer Survivor Network Partner — Resource partner offering support and advocacy for cancer survivors.
- Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association Partner — Resource partner focused on palliative and hospice care services.
- Canadian Virtual Hospice Partner — Resource partner providing online hospice and palliative care information.
- Cancer Care Partner — Receives funding from Pancreatic Cancer North America for mental health and supportive counseling services.
- Dr. Eugene Koay Partner — Collaborates with Dr. Eugene Koay on developing a next-generation early detection tool for pancreatic cancer
- Gilda's Club Partner — Partner organization offering emotional and social support to people affected by cancer.
- Government of Canada - Palliative Care Government — Government resource partner providing national palliative care information and services.
- Health Insight Partner — Collaborates with Health Insight to share perspectives on end-of-life care in the 'Advancements in Cancer Care' issue.
- NeoPancONE Partner — Collaborative research partner on a Phase II clinical trial testing peri-operative chemotherapy for operable pancreatic cancer.
- Palliative Home Care Society/Foundation Partner — Partner organization delivering home-based palliative care support.
- Pancreatic Cancer Canada Partner — Funded the NeoPancONE clinical trial referenced in the impact report.
- Pancreatic Cancer Canada Partner — Receives research grants from Pancreatic Cancer North America for studies on precision medicine and early detection of pancreatic cancer.
- Pancreatic Cancer Canada Partner — Sister organization to Pancreatic Cancer North America, with shared leadership and mission.
- Stand Up to Cancer Partner — Receives research funding from Pancreatic Cancer North America for a Phase 1 mRNA vaccine study.
- The Healing Journey Partner — Resource partner offering integrative support programs for cancer patients.
- Waheed Hirji Partner — Individual participant who leads the annual 7 Days Cycling for Survival challenge to raise funds for pancreatic cancer research.
- Wellspring Partner — Collaborates with Pancreatic Cancer North America to host webinars on grief and family impact.
- Wellspring Partner — Partner organization providing psychosocial and wellness support to cancer patients and families.
- Wellspring Partner — Partners with Pancreatic Cancer North America to deliver peer support, short-term counselling, and other supportive care programs for individuals affected by pancreatic cancer.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community Mobilization and Decentralized Engagementmethodology: community_mobilizationBy mobilizing communities and enabling decentralized fundraising and advocacy, the organization expands its reach and accelerates research because grassroots participation generates sustained momentum and diverse sources of support.
- Early Detection as a Path to Survivabilitymethodology: early_detection_developmentBy investing in the development and deployment of early detection tools, the organization enables earlier diagnosis and intervention, transforming outcomes because treatability increases significantly when pancreatic cancer is caught at an earlier stage.
- Precision Medicine and Biomarker-Guided Treatmentmethodology: precision_medicineBy using tumor biology and genetic markers like GATA6 to guide treatment decisions, the organization improves chemotherapy response and patient outcomes because personalized therapy aligns treatment with individual disease characteristics.
- Survival-Focused Advocacy and Researchmethodology: survival-focused_narrativeBy focusing advocacy and research efforts on measurable improvements in survival rates rather than awareness or sympathy, the organization accelerates progress toward making pancreatic cancer a survivable condition because tangible outcomes drive sustained engagement and scientific advancement.
- Whole-Journey, Patient-Centered Supportmethodology: patient-centered_supportBy providing continuous, stage-specific support tailored to individual needs throughout the pancreatic cancer journey, the organization improves patient and family well-being because support that evolves with the disease enhances coping, decision-making, and care engagement.