J u n e 11-21, 2009 V o lu m e n o. 14 FROM Coast to Coast 14th Season 1996-2009 Join the team Fighting Cancer one home run at a time!
The quest to cure cancer Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan famously said, A beautiful thing about baseball is that every once in a while, you come into a situation where you want to, and where you have to, reach down and prove something. That s the situation cancer researchers face every day they want to prove that cancer can be beaten. Thanks in part to your support, they re making great progress in doing just that. Mike Milken - Founder & Chairman Jonathan Simons - President and CEO PCF PCF Since 1993, the Prostate Cancer Foundation has accelerated development of more effective treatments, expanded our understanding of how cells become cancerous, produced new insights into areas like nutrition, and raised awareness of preventive activities. Most importantly, fewer men are dying as much as 50% below projections made in the 1990s. By raising nearly $400 million directly, and guiding another $10 billion in funding from others industry, government, philanthropists, people like you the PCF has Kept Dad in the Game. More than 80 percent of prostate-cancer research leaders have been supported by the PCF, and a majority of drugs currently in the pipeline have our imprint on them. But as more men live longer, more will be diagnosed this year alone, 192,000 more. So we must continue to support these remarkable researchers. This is the PCF Home Run Challenge s 14th season a partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB), its players, managers and teams, as well as prominent sponsors, who raise awareness about prostate cancer worldwide and generate millions of dollars for crucial research. MLB players have averaged 135 home runs during the 60 Home Run Challenge games each year they hit 143 last year. Please use the enclosed form or visit www.pcf.org to make a generous pledge that can help put an end to prostate cancer. Thank you! Mike Milken Chairman Jonathan Simons, MD President and CEO
Home Run Challenge Sponsors H o w t o p a r t i c i p a t e Fans attending games around the country contribute hundreds of thousands of dollars to fight prostate cancer. Dedicated people like you make a donation for every home run hit in 60 Home Run Challenge games this year. Safeway Corporation has raised more than $36 million for prostate cancer research through its annual June fundraising campaigns over the past eight years. Customers of Safeway stores (including Vons, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Pavilions, Genuardi s, Carrs and Dominick s) donate to the PCF at checkout counters, and with blue ribbon tear-off sheets and other in-store promotions. Safeway employees also contribute to the prostate cancer campaign. See page 2. Make a pledge at www.pcf.org One-A-Day and Major League Baseball will donate $10 to the Prostate Cancer Foundation for every strikeout in MLB games over the next three years. Visit www.pcf.org. 1
Safeway and Employees A $36 Million Team. Each year Safeway and its affiliated stores host an in-store campaign for customers, vendors and employees to donate money for prostate cancer research. Since 2001, the company has raised more than $36 million. Surprise Visits to Safeway Tommy Lasorda makes surprise visits to Safeway stores during the Home Run Challenge to promote Safeway s annual effort to raise funds for prostate cancer research. Mayoral Kickoff San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom helps launch Safeway s annual prostate cancer fundraising drive in 2008. 2 Keep on Truckin Safeway promotes its prostate cancer fundraising efforts in California by outfitting its delivery trucks with special graphics. Ready for the Big Leagues? Larree Renda, Safeway executive vice president, shows off her fastball by throwing out the first pitch at a San Francisco Giants game. Steve Burd, Safeway chairman, president and CEO, always brings a glove to HRC ball games.
HRC Baseball a family affair Baseball games have always been a time for dads, their families and friends to spend time together, and Home Run Challenge games carry on that tradition. Watching BP Kids and their parents often get a behind the scenes opportunity to watch teams take batting practice. Three Generations Jeffries CEO Richard Handler and his family enjoy the view from the Steinbrenner suite. Budding Stars Brothers Tommy (left) and Tony Renda join USC football coach Pete Carroll at a San Francisco Giants game. The Renda brothers both play collegiate baseball. Gin Rummy on the Plane There s always time for a family card game on the plane during the HRC Road Trip. Daddy s Little Girls HRC supporter Nelson Peltz gives a squeeze to his daughters before an HRC game. 3
P C F: L e v e r a g i n g M i l l i o n s i n t o B i l l i o n s How does the PCF grow million-dollar investments into billion-dollar medical advances? Financial Capital The $400 million raised directly by the PCF has attracted the infusion of more than $10 billion of additional funding for prostate cancer research from government agencies, venture capital investments, the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sections, academic sectors and other philanthropists. Human Capital From what Forbes called a research backwater in 1993, the prostate cancer field because of interest and funding generated by the PCF has attracted more than 1,000 medical scientists into prostate cancer research. The PCF now plays a part in 90 percent of the field s published research, a human-capital contribution exceeding $100 billion. Social Capital Fragmented and underfunded in 1993, the community of medical institutions actively pursuing a prostate cancer cure, and applying their findings to other deadly diseases, has grown to include virtually every major cancer research center in North America, and dozens more worldwide. In 1993, it was rare for men to get life-saving screening tests; today, because of PCF awareness programs, more than 60 percent do. $ 400 million Prostate Cancer Foundation Incalculable Social Capital $ 100 billion Human Capital $ 10 billion Financial Capital 4
6 Researchers Changing the World Breakthroughs Funded by PCF Donors Steven Balk, MD, PhD Dana Farber / Harvard Cancer Center Studying the mechanisms of resistance to new medications that are used to block the production of testosterone (cancer fuel) directly in the tumor sites. Studies may lead to prolonged drug usefulness and the definition of the next-generation treatments. David Heber, MD, PhD UCLA Center for Human Nutrition Discovered that macrophage (specialized white blood cells that scavenge invading microbes and tissue debris) activation, a condition that promotes prostate cancer progression, is associated with obesity. Clinical investigations are underway to determine if dietary changes can reverse macrophage activation, establishing a marker for successful dietary intervention. Todd Golub, MD The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard University Using some of the world s most advanced screening biotechnologies to discover molecules that block the effects of genetic alterations in prostate cancer. These molecules could be featured in the next generation of treatments for prostate cancer. Howard Scher, MD Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center Developing two promising drug candidates for treatment of advanced prostate cancer. These oral medicines have few side effects and represent a new generation of treatments for patients who fail to respond to current therapies. Daniel Haber, MD, PhD Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center Leading a research team that is refining a system to measure and identify circulating tumor cells in patient blood. This system may provide an early signal of prostate cancer progression, allowing doctors to better identify cancers and provide more informed treatments. Muneesh Tewari, MD, PhD Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and the University of Washington Discovered small regulatory RNA molecules that circulate in the blood of prostate cancer patients. Testing is underway to validate a cancer-specific diagnostic test for prostate cancer that enables doctors to profile tumors and customize therapy. 5
Hall of Fame Some of Major League Baseball s greatest players participate in the Home Run Challenge, often joining the Road Trip team. The Incomparable Vin Scully Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully spends time with the HRC Road Trip team. Hall of Fame players, managers and broadcasters who ve participated in HRC events: Mr. October and Mr. Garvey Hall of Fame slugger Reggie Jackson (left) and Dodgers perennial All-Star Steve Garvey at a pregame ceremony. Little Joe Mike and Hall of Fame second baseman Joe Morgan review the HRC schedule. Ernie Banks Marty Brennaman Dennis Eckersley Rich Goose Gossage Reggie Jackson Sandy Koufax Tommy Lasorda Willie McCovey Joe Morgan Jim Palmer Frank Robinson Vin Scully 6
Brooklyn Dodger Legend Don Newcombe is the only pitcher to win the Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Award in the same year (1949). Below, Newk spends time with Guggenheim s Scott Minerd. The Great One Signs Autographs He may be more comfortable slapping a hockey puck on the ice, but NHL hockey Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky signed lots of baseballs for fans during the HRC Road Trip in 2005. Hall of Fame Hurlers Jim Palmer (above), Baltimore Orioles pitcher, autographs Bob Barth s Home Run Challenge jersey. HRC Road Trip member Mike Zapolin (left) gets in an animated discussion with Dennis Eckersley. Frank Robinson and Larry Lucchino Hall of Famer Frank Robinson, (middle photo above, red jacket), meets the Guggenheim team. Above, Hall of Fame Dodgers' manager Tommy Lasaorda and Red Sox President and CEO Larry Lucchino swap stories before an HRC game. 7
Mascot Mania Team mascots hold a special place in baseball lore, and the Home Run Challenge team makes it a point of introducing themselves to these unique characters. Maddie Meets Lisa Simpson Mike and his granddaughter, Maddie, meet Lisa Simpson at Dodger Stadium. The Green Monster The Green Monster of Fenway Park spends time with Home Run Challenge team members. 8 Fanatic for Phillies Mike and Todd Boehly spend a few moments with the World Champions' mascot, the Phillie Phanatic, before a Home Run Challenge game. Dinger Does Da Suite One of the big benefits of the Home Run Challenge Road Trip is that kids get to meet the mascots.
The Best Seats in the House Pregame ceremonies. Field seats. Batting practice. The Road Trip team always gets special access during the Home Run Challenge. Camden Yards Baltimore Orioles owner Steve Geppi (right) hosts heart surgeon and prostate cancer survivor Dr. Ward Trip Casscells, his two boys and the PCF s Jonathan Simons and Mike Milken at Camden Yards. Nothing Better! Patrick and MJ Muldowney get on the field access at Fenway Park for a Red Sox game. What could be better? Cool Stuff! A PCF volunteer at Angel Stadium of Anaheim hands out PCF tattoos and eye glare. 101 Years and Counting The Chicago Cubs have not won a World Series since 1908, but as of press time they were a mere two games out of first place. Mike Zapolin, Andrew Miller, Tyler Barth and Mike keep hope alive for the Cubbies. Fathers and Sons John Gordon and his son, Tyler (left), join Justin Byrnes and his father, Arthur, in a Fenway Park suite to enjoy the national pasttime. 9
Traveling on the HRC Road Trip The HRC Road Trip gives families the chance to travel coast to coast to enjoy multiple games. Donors join Mike by submitting winning bids at PCF events during the year. Fun Eatin Chuck Matthewson enjoys the food (chili fries are not PCF-recommended food!) at a Mariners game in Seattle. Tommy orders his favorite Chicago pizza on the plane. HRC Home Run Leader Eric Karros hit 15 home runs in HRC games. Only Sammy Sosa has hit as many. Karros (left), Mike and Guggenheim s Todd Boehly examine the HRC Record Book. (See page 16) 10 Fenway Park in Boston The Reynolds family stops in front of a statue of Hall of Famer Ted Williams, who hit 521 home runs.
TAKE THE HOME RUN CHALLENGE QUIZ Home Run Challenge guests have witnessed some of the greatest moments in Major League Baseball over the past 14 years. See if you know the answers to these questions about some of those games. Question 1 In 2004, Ken Griffey, Jr. hit his 500th career home run during a Home Run Challenge game. Where does Griffey rank on the all-time list of career home run hitters? Question 2 In 2003, the Yankees and the Cubs played in Wrigley Field for the first time in more than 65 years. Roger Clemens pitched for the Yankees, hoping to earn his 300th career victory. Which player ruined his chances with a late-game pinch-hit home run? Sammy Sosa (A), Eric Karros (B), Moises Alou (C), Mark Grudzielanek (C), Lenny Harris (E). Question 4 San Diego Padres relief pitcher Trevor Hoffman was honored at a 2007 Home Run Challenge game. What milestone did this future Hall of Famer reach? Question 5 Who is this guy? And why have Chief Justice John Roberts (A), Dodgers Manager Joe Torre (B), and Cardinals Manager Tony La Russa (C) taken photos with him? Question 3 B Hall of Fame Dodgers pitcher Sandy Koufax hurled four no-hitters in his career. During a 2003 HRC game, the Houston Astros no-hit the New York Yankees. How many Astros pitchers were used to complete the no-hitter? A C See page 12 for answers. 11
quiz answers Answer 1 Ken Griffey, Jr. ranks 5th on the all-time home run list. With 615 home runs (as of May 20, 2009), he trails only Barry Bonds (762), Hank Aaron (755), Babe Ruth (714) and Willie Mays (660). He is tied for second on the all-time HRC home run list (see page 16). Answer 2 Eric Karros. Answer 3 Six Houston Astro s pitchers combined to no-hit the New York Yankees the most pitchers to ever participate in a no-hitter. Answer 4 San Diego pitcher Trevor Hoffman earned his 500th career save in June 2007. Now pitching for the Milwaukee Brewers, Hoffman has recorded 564 saves and has a career ERA of 2.75 over 17 seasons. Answer 5 Mike s assistant Larry Shamhart has attended every Home Run Challenge Road Trip game since 1996, entertaining his traveling companions, hauling bags and making sure everyone has a great time. Thanks, Larry we couldn t do it without you! 12
Take Me Out to the Ball Game HRC Road Team guests often find themselves on the field before games, meeting players and managers. Three Generations at Chavez Ravine Three generations of Iacoccas join Tommy, Mike and PCF President and CEO Jonathan Simons on the field at Dodger Stadium. Check Presentation in Houston Sue and Lester Smith, with Houston Astros owner Drayton McLane in the background, present a $250,000 check to the PCF before an HRC game. The Wave News Corporation Chairman Rupert Murdoch (left) couldn t resist doing The Wave during an HRC game when he owned the Los Angeles Dodgers. Murdoch is one of the PCF Home Run Challenge s biggest supporters. Sunny Day in San Francisco Salesforce.com chairman Mark Benioff and wife Lynne, and other HRC team members take in a game at AT&T Park in San Francisco. Red Sox Nation Guggenheim s Todd Boehly (center) joins Tommy and Mike for a pre-game strategy session at Fenway Park. 13
2009 Schedule PCF National League Player Representatives Thursday, June 11 Minnesota at Oakland 12:35 Detroit at Chicago (AL) 1:05 Cincinnati at Washington 4:35 Pittsburgh at Atlanta 1:00 Chicago (NL) at Houston 1:05 San Francisco at Arizona 12:40 Friday, June 12 Washington at Tampa Bay 7:38 Detroit at Pittsburgh 7:05 St. Louis at Cleveland 7:05 Cincinnati at Kansas City 7:10 San Diego at Los Angeles (AL) 7:05 Eric Byrnes Arizona Diamondbacks Conor Jackson Arizona Diamondbacks Chipper Jones Atlanta Braves Derrek Lee Chicago Cubs Jay Bruce Cincinnati Reds Saturday, June 13 Boston at Philadelphia 7:05 New York (NL) at New York (AL) 4:10 Minnesota at Chicago (NL) 12:05 Cincinnati at Kansas City 6:10 Chicago (AL) at Milwaukee 3:05 Houston at Arizona 5:10 Todd Helton Jorge Cantu Lance Berkman Aaron Boone Miguel Tejada Sunday, June 14 Florida at Toronto 1:07 Atlanta at Baltimore 1:35 Seattle at Colorado 1:10 San Diego at Los Angeles (AL) 12:35 Colorado Rockies Florida Marlins Houston Astros Houston Astros Houston Astros Tuesday, June 16 New York (NL) at Baltimore 7:05 Toronto at Philadelphia 7:05 Pittsburgh at Minnesota 7:10 Milwaukee at Cleveland 7:05 Tampa Bay at Colorado 6:40 Oakland at Los Angeles (NL) 7:10 Seattle at San Diego 7:05 Matt Kemp Los Angeles Dodgers Jason Kendall Milwaukee Brewers Mike Cameron Milwaukee Brewers Carlos Delgado New York Mets Chase Utley Philadelphia Phillies PCF Team Managers A.J. Hinch Arizona Diamondbacks Bobby Cox* Atlanta Braves Lou Piniella* Chicago Cubs Dusty Baker* Cincinnati Reds Clint Hurdle* Colorado Rockies Fredi Gonzalez* Florida Marlins Cecil Cooper Houston Astros Joe Torre* Los Angeles Dodgers 14 Ken Macha Milwaukee Brewers Jerry Manuel* New York Mets Charlie Manuel* Philadelphia Phillies John Russell Pittsburgh Pirates Bud Black* San Diego Padres Bruce Bochy* San Francisco Giants Tony La Russa* St. Louis Cardinals Manny Acta Washington Nationals *PCF Lead Manager Nate McLouth Pittsburgh Pirates Jason LaRue St. Louis Cardinals Jack Wilson Pittsburgh Pirates Nick Johnson Washington Nationals Brian Giles San Diego Padres Ryan Zimmerman Washington Nationals Aaron Rowand San Francisco Giants Albert Pujols St. Louis Cardinals Team representatives speak out about the importance of prostate cancer research and encourage fans to make a pledge. Some appear in public service announcements, while others donate autographed merchandise and participate in stadium events to raise awareness about this exciting way to join the search for a cure.
Help keep dad in the game! PCF American League Player Representatives 2009 Schedule Wednesday, June 17 Washington at New York (AL) 7:05 Toronto at Philadelphia 7:05 Florida at Boston 7:10 Milwaukee at Cleveland 7:05 Detroit at St. Louis 7:15 Cesar Izturis Baltimore Orioles Nick Markakis Baltimore Orioles Jason Bay Boston Red Sox David Ortiz Boston Red Sox Paul Konerko Chicago White Sox Thursday, June 18 Chicago (AL) at Chicago (NL) 1:20 New York (NL) at Baltimore 7:05 Houston at Texas 7:05 Tampa Bay at Colorado 1:10 Oakland at Los Angeles (NL) 7:10 Friday, June 19 Atlanta at Boston 7:10 Arizona at Seattle 7:10 Texas at San Francisco 7:15 Jim Thome Chicago White Sox Travis Hafner Cleveland Indians Curtis Granderson Detroit Tigers Brandon Inge Detroit Tigers Jose Guillen Kansas City Royals Saturday, June 20 New York (AL) at Florida 7:10 St. Louis at Kansas City 6:10 Los Angeles (NL) at Los Angeles (AL) 1:10 Texas at San Francisco 6:05 Mark Teahen Kansas City Royals Torii Hunter Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Joe Mauer Minnesota Twins Derek Jeter New York Yankees Nick Swisher New York Yankees Sunday, June 21 Toronto at Washington 1:35 Tampa Bay at New York (NL) 1:10 Baltimore at Philadelphia 1:35 Atlanta at Boston 1:35 New York (AL) at Florida 5:05 Chicago (AL) at Cincinnati 1:10 Cleveland at Chicago (NL) 1:20 Milwaukee at Detroit 1:05 St. Louis at Kansas City 1:10 Houston at Minnesota 1:10 Arizona at Seattle 1:10 Los Angeles (NL) at Los Angeles (AL) TBD Oakland at San Diego 1:05 Texas at San Francisco 1:05 Pittsburgh at Colorado 1:10 PCF Team Managers Eric Chavez Oakland Athletics Carlos Pena Tampa Bay Rays Nomar Garciaparra Oakland Athletics Michael Young Texas Rangers Jason Giambi Oakland Athletics Scott Rolen Toronto Blue Jays Ken Griffey, Jr. Seattle Mariners Vernon Wells Toronto Blue Jays Mike Sweeney Seattle Mariners Visit us online and make a pledge! www.pcf.org Dave Trembley Baltimore Orioles Terry Francona* Boston Red Sox Ozzie Guillen* Chicago White Sox Eric Wedge* Cleveland Indians Jim Leyland Detroit Tigers Trey Hillman Kansas City Royals Mike Scioscia* Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim *PCF Lead Manager Ron Gardenhire* Minnesota Twins Joe Girardi New York Yankees Bob Geren Oakland Athletics Don Wakamatsu Seattle Mariners Joe Maddon* Tampa Bay Rays Ron Washington* Texas Rangers Cito Gaston Toronto Blue Jays 15
Home Run Challenge HOme Run Leaders All -Time HRC Leaders 16 Player Home Team Runs Eric Karros 15 Retired Sammy Sosa 15 Retired Ken Griffey, Jr. 13 Seattle Mariners Alex Rodriguez 13 New York Yankees Adam Dunn 12 Washington Nationals Barry Bonds 11 Inactive Pat Burrell 11 Tampa Bay Rays Jason Giambi 11 Oakland Athletics Manny Ramirez 11 Los Angeles Dodgers Richie Sexson 11 Retired Shawn Green 11 Retired Tony Clark 10 Arizona Diamondbacks Jim Edmonds 10 Retired Luis Gonzalez 10 Retired Andruw Jones 10 Texas Rangers Jim Thome 10 Chicago White Sox Albert Belle 9 Retired Jeromy Burnitz 9 Retired National League Adam Dunn 12 Washington Nationals Manny Ramirez 11 Los Angeles Dodgers Tony Clark 10 Arizona Diamondbacks Todd Helton 9 Colorado Rockies Carlos Delgado 8 New York Mets J.D. Drew 8 Boston Red Sox Torii Hunter 8 Los Angeles Angels Chipper Jones 8 Atlanta Braves Gary Sheffield 8 New York Mets Alfonso Soriano 8 Chicago Cubs Garret Anderson 7 Atlanta Braves Carlos Beltran 7 New York Mets Eric Byrnes 7 Arizona Diamondbacks Troy Glaus 7 St. Louis Cardinals Carlos Lee 7 Houston Astros Aramis Ramirez 7 Chicago Cubs Matt Stairs 7 Philadelphia Phillies Player Home Team Runs Juan Gonzalez 9 Retired Todd Helton 9 Colorado Rockies Phil Nevin 9 Retired Mike Piazza 9 Retired Frank Thomas 9 Retired Larry Walker 9 Retired Alfonso Soriano 8 Chicago Cubs Gary Sheffield 8 New York Mets Rafael Palmeiro 8 Retired Raul Mondesi 8 Retired Javier Lopez 8 Retired Chipper Jones 8 Atlanta Braves Torii Hunter 8 Los Angeles Angels Carl Everett 8 Retired J.D. Drew 8 Boston Red Sox Carlos Delgado 8 New York Mets Joe Crede 8 Minnesota Twins Jeff Bagwell 8 Retired All -Time Active HRC Leaders American League Ken Griffey, Jr. 13 Seattle Mariners Alex Rodriguez 13 New York Yankees Pat Burrell 11 Tampa Bay Rays Jason Giambi 11 Oakland Athletics Andruw Jones 10 Texas Rangers Jim Thome 10 Chicago White Sox Joe Crede 8 Minnesota Twins Vladimir Guerrero 7 Los Angeles Angels Paul Konerko 7 Chicago White Sox Hideki Matsui 7 New York Yankees Jorge Posada 7 New York Yankees Marcus Thames 6 Detroit Tigers Scott Rolen 6 Toronto Blue Jays Magglio Ordonez 6 Detroit Tigers Justin Morneau 6 Minnesota Twins Brandon Inge 6 Detroit Tigers Eric Chavez 6 Oakland Athletics Annual HRC Home Runs 836 National League 782 American League 1997 114 1998 127 1999 126 2000 160 2001 149 2002 126 2003 130 2004 132 2005 128 2006 153 2007 130 2008 143 Total = 1,618 The average annual home run total is 135. 1996 statistics not included.
progress against Prostate cancer 1993 After two decades of supporting a broad range of medical research, Mike Milken establishes the PCF, originally called CaP CURE. Fast-track grant guidelines limit applications to five pages, and fund projects within 90 days. PCF Call-to-Action dinner in the Mansfield Room of the U.S. Senate. The PCF s first $4.5 million in research awards are presented. 1994 First Scientific Retreat brings together scientists, researchers, government officials and business leaders. 1995 Four tissue banks and Gene & Family Studies Consortium created. First Las Vegas Golf Invitational hosted by Steve and Elaine Wynn. The PCF hosts FDA meeting to accelerate approval of oncology drugs. National Cancer Summit to develop action plans. 1996 Prostate cancer on the cover of Time and Fortune magazines. Therapy Consortium formed. 1997 Nutrition & Prostate Cancer published, detailing dietary guidelines. Home Run Challenge raises $3 million for prostate cancer research. 1998 PCF Young Investigator Awards start. THE MARCH in Washington and other cities draws hundreds of thousands to demand more government funding of cancer research. Funding doubles in five years. The Taste for Living Cookbook published. Senior PGA sponsorship begins. 1999 Mike Milken, Joe Torre and Senator Bob Dole testify before U.S. Senate for increased prostate-cancer research funding. Michael Jordan and Wayne Gretzky play the Las Vegas Golf Invitational. 2000 U.S. News & World Report: The [PCF s] work is making a difference [and] has led to 70 treatments now in human clinical trials. The PCF and others succeed in requiring Medicare to pay for clinical trials. 2001 With PCF support, California is 14th state to pay for the cost of clinical trials. Safeway launches its prostate cancer campaign to support research. The PCF s first Gourmet Games. 2002 First Indian Wells Tennis Tournament. Home Run Challenge named an official partner of Major League Baseball. 2003 Annual prostate cancer deaths fall well below expert predictions. Tenth annual Scientific Retreat in N.Y. 2004 The PCF plays key role in N.Y. Senate legislation allowing taxpayers to check off tax refund donations. A Call to Action published: a history of the PCF s first decade. PCF-funded researcher Aaron Ciechanover awarded the Nobel Prize in chemistry. Fortune cover article calls Mike Milken The Man Who Changed Medicine. 2005 Fortune magazine announces the PCF will be its official charity in 2005. The PCF publishes Report to the Nation, a guide for patients and their families. Number of PCF-funded projects reaches 1,200; $260 million raised since 1993. The PCF provides 46 researchers with Competitive Research Awards. 2006 Tenth anniversary: PCF Home Run Challenge. 2007 Jonathan Simons named CEO/President of the Prostate Cancer Foundation. Three-pronged strategy introduced to provide larger, multiyear grants, support clinical trials and identify new biomarkers. Safeway raises $10 million as part of its prostate cancer research funding program. 2008 The PCF reports a record year with $37.3 million in revenues; funds raised by the PCF since 1993 tops $350 million. The PCF issues 20 three-year Young Investigator Awards and eight multi-year Challenge Awards, making a total commitment of nearly $24 million to new research. New Prostate Cancer Strikeout Challenge launched with Bayer. Nine-year-old Winter Vinecki helps raise $125,000 for the PCF in honor of her father. Total government funding of prostate cancer has grown by a factor of 20 since 1993, to $550 million. 2009 The PCF funds $1 million for 10 one-year Creativity Awards. The PCF releases Nutrition, Exercise and Prostate Cancer, the latest science-based guidelines for prostate cancer prevention and survivorship. Marathon Hall of Famer and cancer survivor Bill Rodgers returns to the Boston Marathon to raise awareness for prostate cancer and the PCF s Athletes for a Cure program. 17
HOme Run challenge Funding PROSTATE CANCER RESEARCH FOR 14 YEARS Visit us online and make a pledge! www.pcf.org