ABOUT JACK’S FUND
OUR VISION STATEMENT GUIDES, INFLUENCES AND FRAMES ALL THAT WE DO.
OUR VISION
We envision a world where every adult and child is aware of the risks of melanoma and takes preventative measures; where those who suffer from melanoma receive comfort and healing; and ultimately, where every case of melanoma will be completely curable.
WHY JACK'S FUND?
The Jack H. Marston II Melanoma Fund was established in July, 2004 when melanoma took the life of Jack H. Marston II at the age of 47. Although Jack’s battle was a private one and his intention was to quietly beat the disease, his valor in the fight taught us much.
JACK’S FUND IS DEDICATED TO RAISING AWARENESS ABOUT THE RISKS OF MELANOMA. WE KNOW MELANOMA HAS OFTEN BEEN MISTAKEN FOR NOTHING SERIOUS.
OUR EVENTS
FIGHTING MELANOMA EVERY STEP OF THE WAY.
THIS RUN'S FOR JACK 5K
TRFJ2025. This Run’s For Jack is a run/walk event filled with hope and healing! Donations go to fund melanoma research, awareness and healing.
JACK'S MARATHON TEAMS
JMT established in 2005 when a group of athletes came together to join the fight against melanoma. Jack’s Fund has charity bibs in the CHICAGO, NEW YORK CITY and BERLIN Marathons.
OTHER EVENTS
Any race…any sport…any where. START A TEAM, become a VIRTUAL RUNNER or HOST A FUNDRAISER. Contact us! We’re happy to share our 20 years of experience and resources.
SOME IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT OUR FUND
$450k
Dollars Allocated to Research
80
Marathon Teams
260
Health Fairs and Awareness Events
35
Average number of Family Teams at TRFJ
OUR SPONSORS
TOGETHER WE ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE.
ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS
COMMITTED TO PROVIDING PROGRAMS THAT ADDRESS THE DEVASTATING EXPERIENCE OF MELANOMA ON ALL LEVELS.
EDUCATION AND AWARENESS
For children and adults, sun safety programs, health fair presentations, free skin checks at local events, and the development of school and park district partnerships and sun safety curriculum. Early detection saves lives.
HEALING
For those in the process of fighting the disease, the building of the first Jack H. Marston II Healing Garden at Advocate Lutheran Hospital, and the development of programs that provide both practical and emotional support for those in treatment.
HONORING
We have learned that melanoma patients and their friends/families feel alone when they receive their diagnoses. Our goal is to share as many stories as we can to create a destination where anyone can find reassurance that they are not alone and find comfort in that knowledge.
MELANOMA RESOURCES
RECOMMENDED SITES FOR RELIABLE INFORMATION, CURRENT THERAPIES AND TRUSTED RESOURCES.
ABOUT MELANOMA
The risk of developing melanoma is increasing, and most frighteningly, the cases of melanoma amongst young children is on the rise. Early detection is the key to beating melanoma.
MEDICAL BREAKTHROUGHS
Read about the cutting edge medical advancements in the treatment of melanoma.
INSTITUTES, FOUNDATIONS & CLINICS
Jack’s Fund is grateful for the support of a variety of medical and educational institutions. Look here for additional sources of information on melanoma therapies.
OUR LATEST NEWS
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JMT joins WWM Tokyo
Apr, 09, 2025 Sharon MarstonJack's Marathon Team joins World Marathon Major Tokyo. Bibs available. Fighting melanoma every step of the way. Jack's…
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7th WMM: Sydney Marathon
Jan, 03, 2025 Sharon Marston2025 EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT! Jack's Marathon Team announces 2025 Charity bibs into Sydney the NEW 7th World Marathon Major. Watch…
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TRFJ2024 The Tradition Continues
Nov, 21, 2024 Sharon MarstonMaking memories ... On a beautiful fall morning, we welcomed 200 volunteers and 600 runners, walkers, families and friends to…
