Signet Jewelers has announced a new $100 million commitment to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Over the past 25 years, Signet has raised $100 million to support children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases, and this new $100 million commitment will further advance research and treatment.
This money will also support patients after surviving childhood cancer through ongoing research and care through the After Completion of Therapy Clinic and St. Jude LIFE Study Program.
The St Jude LIFE Study program is an unprecedented research study aimed at increasing survivorship and helping cancer survivors to thrive.
Richard C. Shadyac Jr., president and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, said: “The longstanding commitment and amazing generosity of Signet, its employees and customers is a moving expression of love and an incredible testament to the company’s purpose-driven culture.
“Thanks to this awe-inspiring, additional $100 million commitment, St Jude will continue to help children survive and thrive as it continues in its efforts to help save more of the 400,000 children around the world with cancer and other life-threatening diseases each year.”
Commitments like Signet’s support St Jude families who never receive a bill from St Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food – so they can focus on helping their child live.
Signet will fundraise year-round in three ways: by donating proceeds from the annual sale of plush puppies and bears at its stores, inspiring customers to donate money at the register and on-line, and team member and corporate support through activities like St Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend, the largest single-day fundraiser for St Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Signet‘s over 26,000 North American team members proudly support the work with St Jude Children’s Research Hospital.