November 14-15, 2025

Austin, TX

Everything is bigger in Texas and that goes for funding cancer research, too! The V Foundation for Cancer Research Austin Epicurean is a signature event that unites a passionate community committed to supporting the best of the best in cancer research to accelerate Victory Over Cancer® and save lives.

 

Our Story

The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach, ESPN commentator and member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The V Foundation has funded nearly $400 million in game-changing cancer research grants in North America through a competitive process strictly supervised by a world-class Scientific Advisory Committee. Because the V Foundation has an endowment to cover administrative expenses, 100% of direct donations is awarded to cancer research and programs. The V team is committed to funding the best scientists to accelerate Victory Over Cancer® and save lives.

Learn more about our grants process here.

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