 Supporting early cancer-detection research and saving lives.
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In 2003, The Moyer Foundation created The Gregory Fund, a new initiative to raise awareness of and funds for early cancer-detection research at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. The Gregory Fund directly supports research dedicated to developing new ways to diagnose cancer at its earliest — most treatable — stage. The Gregory Fund was inspired by Gregory Chaya – a cancer survivor Jamie and Karen Moyer met in 1993. At the time they met, young Gregory was just 2 years old and battling leukemia. Jamie and Gregory developed a special bond through Gregory's battle with leukemia, and continued to stay in touch after Gregory's life-saving transplant at the Hutchinson center. Jamie was inspired by Gregory’s brave spirit and positive attitude amidst such adversity. Being a part of Gregory's story and his struggle was a life-changing experience for both Jamie and his wife Karen. Today, Gregory is a healthy cancer survivor, and he often travels from his home in Pennsylvania to Seattle during Catch a Cure for Cancer events to help raise awareness and support for The Gregory Fund. "When you see a child go through the pain of fighting cancer, you can’t help but to be inspired to do what you can to try and make a difference—so that no child, no person should have to suffer. Gregory was that inspiration for us, and we are thrilled to be able to partner with the Hutchinson Center to support this critical research, and increase awareness in the community about the importance of early detection." |
Jamie with Gregory Chaya in 1993 while Gregory battles cancer for the second time - at age 3. The Hutch saved Gregory's life with a second bone marrow transplant and continues to save thousands of lives today. Establishing this fund in Gregory's name to support early detection is a dream come true." |
