The V Foundation for Cancer Research: Official North American Fundraising Partner of Hockey Fights Cancer

Founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach and ESPN commentator, the V Foundation has funded over $353 million in game-changing cancer research grants in North America through a competitive process strictly supervised by a world-class Scientific Advisory Committee.

Because the V Foundation has an endowment to cover administrative expenses, 100% of direct donations are awarded to cancer research. The V team is committed to accelerating Victory Over Cancer^®. To learn more, visit v.org/HFC

AstraZeneca: Official US presenting sponsor of Hockey Fights Cancer

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused pharmaceutical company with a bold ambition to eliminate cancer as a cause of death.

In partnership with the NHL and NHL Players Association, AstraZeneca launched its multi-year Get Body Checked Against Cancer public health campaign. Because every cancer detected earlier is a chance to save a life, this campaign is educating and empowering hockey fans to talk to their doctor about cancer risk factors and potential cancer screenings right for them.