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We lead the fight against cancer with courage, strength and grit.

41 years of pioneering cancer research
165+ John Wayne Alumni Fellows
100,000+ patients treated each year by our Fellows
730,000+ students reached by Block the Blaze
A standard of care for breast and skin cancer
New Fellowship at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Official partner of the California Surf Lifesaving Association
Founded by the Wayne family in 1985

Our History is His Story

John Wayne beat lung cancer in 1964. He died 15 years later after a struggle with cancer of the stomach. During this difficult period, he became passionate about helping others fight this terrible disease.

"Just before my father passed, he asked us to use his name to help fight cancer." Ethan Wayne

Making an impact to cure cancer

Research

Funding multidisciplinary basic, clinical and translational research.

Fellowship

The John Wayne Surgical Oncology Fellowship program.

Block the Blaze

Youth education on skin cancer protection and prevention.

Support

Programs and organizations throughout the country.

John Wayne on a white horse driving cattle

Back Where the Cowboys Rode

Read the Journal

Run the Grit Series

Run or walk through iconic John Wayne movie locations and rugged western landscapes.

Ride with us

Fort Worth Stockyards, TX
Pioneertown, CA
Newport Coast, CA
Jackson Hole, WY
Moab, UT
Lone Pine, CA

Get Involved

Donate

Bring courage, strength, and grit to the fight against cancer.

Shop

JW Stock & Supply gear that funds the fight.

Volunteer

Saddle up with us at events and programs.