Celebrating Black History Month
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital was founded on principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Since 1962, our stories have reflected founder Danny Thomas’ decree that St. Jude “love and care for our neighbor, regardless of color or creed.”
February 01, 2024 • 1 min
Stories
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With individualized care at St. Jude, Elani is ready for the world
Discover how St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® is transforming the lives of sickle cell disease patients like Elani with cutting-edge treatments and care.
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Like learning to walk, ‘I just always knew about St. Jude’
Through workplace, family and fraternity, David McKinney has been a lifelong supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Now, he’s encouraging his 6-year-old son to join the mission.
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Cooking with Javon: tater tot casserole
St. Jude patient Javon shares some of his favorite recipes. In this episode, Javon makes tater tot casserole.
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Hope for saving Ava
Follow Lakesha's emotional rollercoaster as she grapples with her daughter's neuroblastoma diagnosis and the heartbreaking reality of limited treatment options in their country.
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Cooking with Javon: fried catfish and dirty rice
St. Jude patient Javon shares some of his favorite recipes. In this episode, Javon creates delicious fried catfish and dirty rice.
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From hoops to hope
Nick was a rising talent in the basketball community until a cancer diagnosis interrupted his dreams.
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Cooking with Javon: mac & cheese
St. Jude patient Javon shares some of his favorite recipes. In this episode, Javon creates beloved comfort food mac & cheese.
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Grandmother’s commitment to St. Jude extends to the next generation
Learn how Laura Jackson's motto "If you believe in something, you should do it" led her to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® and help children with sickle cell disease. Discover how she's using her knowledge of investing and philanthropy to make a lasting impact.
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Gene editing brings new era of hope for cure to sickle cell disease
Claudia's world shattered when she learned her son would be born with sickle cell disease, a genetic disorder that affects red blood cells. This condition is prevalent among African Americans and those of African descent, but it is also common among those of South and Central American ancestry. Sickle cell disease causes lifelong health complications.
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Vernon Rayford — son, doctor, father — considers support of St. Jude as ‘full circle’
From marathon runs to his Phi Beta Sigma chapter, Dr. Rayford advocates for sickle cell disease research and the care of minorities and marginalized communities worldwide.
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Artist Derek Fordjour’s ‘Rhythm & Blues’ raises $410,000 for St. Jude
Artist Derek Fordjour’s ‘Rhythm & Blues’ raises $410,000 for St. Jude
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Making History at St. Jude: Dr. Rudolph Jackson
When St. Jude opened in 1962, Danny Thomas vowed the hospital would treat patients regardless of race, religion or ability to pay. In 1968, Dr. Rudolph Jackson became one of the first Black doctors at St. Jude.
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Art Imitates Life: How One Woman Draws Inspiration From Illness
Fashion designer and illustrator Kris Keys first learned to love painting as a child in a hospital bed. After traveling the globe, Kris still gets inspiration from the blood disorder that’s been with her since she was born.
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St. Jude continues to chart progress in how to understand and treat sickle cell disease
Pioneering work in St. Jude labs provides "promising" path to a cure using gene editing.
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Washington, D.C. donor after St. Jude visit: you had me at hello
Here is Corey Briscoe, in his own words, talking about the bond between St. Jude and his company, the power of African American philanthropy, and why there’s more to business than the traditional bottom line.
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‘Always the First:’ Early St. Jude nurse helped pioneer sickle cell disease research
Maurice Walton Tate forged a path for others, driven by the tragic loss of her daughter before St. Jude opened.
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Even cancer couldn’t change St. Jude patient’s inner spirit
Arearn's youngest child, Kenadie, brings laughter and joy as she confidently claims to be her mother's favorite. Despite facing health challenges, Kenadie's spirit remains strong, and she continues to defy cancer with the support of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®.
