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2023 ANNUAL REPORT

YEAR OF GROWTH

In 2023, we stepped into a year of momentum. With growing events, deepened partnerships, and more families supported than ever before, Fightstrong transitioned from a grassroots mission to a movement rooted in action.


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2023 IMPACT

Each number this year reflects more than progress — it reflects growth in trust, presence, and purpose. From nearly tripling the number of families supported to expanding our reach within the hospital system, 2023 was the year our impact gained real traction. And compared to where we started, the leap is undeniable.

Nearly double our impact from 2022, this year's donations funded everything from tech gifts to holiday surprises for families facing cancer.
19 families received gifts tailored to their journeys — each one personal, intentional, and delivered with love.
From shopping and wrapping to event execution and hospital support, our team put in over 250 hours to make this year matter.
Our collaboration with Rutgers Cancer Institute laid the groundwork for deeper hospital engagement in the years to come.

IGNITING THE FIGHT

Our 2023 impact didn’t happen overnight — it was built by a growing team of supporters who gave their time, energy, and hearts. From signature events to meaningful traditions, this year laid the foundation for the scale that followed.

2nd Annual Golf Outing

Held in July, our second outing brought together returning and new supporters for a day of fundraising, connection, and purpose.

RUCINJ Partnership & Holiday Drive

Through our continued partnership, we delivered gifts and essentials to pediatric patients during the holidays — ensuring they felt seen, celebrated, and supported.

Growing Community Presence

With increased engagement across social media and events, we built visibility that expanded our donor base, volunteer network, and patient referrals — turning Fightstrong into a name people recognized and trusted.

SUPPORT STORIES FROM 2023

Michelle

Cholangiocarcinoma

Claudia

Breast Cancer, Estrogen/Progesterone & Negative HERS2 (++-)

Nicholas

ALL - Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Jack

Ewing's Sarcoma

Olivia

Stage 3 Sacrococcygeal Teratoma

Nancy

Stage 3 Sacrococcygeal Teratoma

Marciano

T-Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Rosanna

Inflammatory Breast Cancer

Amanda

Stage 3 Classic Hodgkin's Lymphoma

Leia

MPAL Leukemia

Lelya

Ependymoma

Heather

HER2+ Breast Cancer

2nd annual christmas donation

Celebrating Joy

On December 29th, Fightstrong Foundation had the opportunity to bring joy and support to four deserving patients from the pediatric unit at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. Partnering with the social worker, she gave us a list of four patients and their wish lists – our goal was to fulfill these wishes and provide a source of comfort and joy during their journey.

2nd Annual Golf Outing

Fun on the Greens

We were thrilled to witness an impressive turnout of 171 enthusiastic golfers who came together to make our 2nd Annual Golf Outing an overwhelming success. It was truly heartwarming to see so many individuals uniting for our cause, showcasing the power of collective support in our mission to assist those battling cancer.

OUR 2023 PARTNERS

As our reach expanded, so did the strength of our support system. In 2023, our partners helped us grow — showing up when it counted and investing in the future of Fightstrong. Their contributions helped elevate our events, fund gifts, and connect us with more families than ever before.

LET'S KEEP BUILDING

2023 showed us what’s possible when purpose meets momentum. Help us carry this energy forward — to reach more families, deepen our hospital presence, and write a new chapter of strength.