Financial Support for Medical Research
At Sky Foundation, Inc., every dollar donated fuels hope. Your support directly funds innovative pancreatic cancer research, advancing early detection, prevention, and treatment for patients and families nationwide.
Research Funding
Donations to Sky Foundation are awarded as grants to scientists and clinicians whose work shows the greatest promise in improving pancreatic cancer outcomes.
All proposals are carefully reviewed by our Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) — a team of top medical experts who evaluate each project for innovation, impact, and feasibility.
- Seed grants begin at $50,000, providing the early funding needed for researchers to grow their ideas into competitive projects.
- Sky-funded researchers often go on to secure major national grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other institutions.
- Annual progress reports ensure transparency and track the measurable impact of each funded project.
🎥 Hear from our researchers about how Sky seed grants are driving breakthroughs at our annual event:
Planned Giving
You can create a lasting legacy by supporting Sky Foundation through planned giving. These gifts extend your impact well into the future, fueling the next generation of discoveries.
Ways to Give:
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Legacy gifts through your will or trust
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Gifts of appreciated stock or mutual funds
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Donor-advised fund grants
📘 Learn more about planned giving options and how your generosity can sustain pancreatic cancer research:
For personal guidance, contact Annie Dalton Flores at 📧 Annie@SkyFoundationInc.org | ☎ 248-385-5143
Attend an Event
Sky Foundation hosts inspiring events year-round — each one designed to raise awareness, fund research, and connect our community.
Signature Events Include:
- Sky Movement – community-driven awareness campaign
- Pickleball Tournament – fun, fitness, and fundraising
- Doc-Tail Mixer – networking with Michigan’s medical community
- Night Sky Gala – our largest annual event each November
Proceeds from every event fund seed grants that drive research in early detection, prevention, and treatment.
Committee Involvement
Your time and expertise can make a difference.
Join a committee or volunteer at Sky Foundation events to help raise awareness and strengthen our impact.
Ways to Get Involved:
- Join the Fundraising Committee to plan annual events.
- Volunteer at the Ann Arbor Art Fair or other community events.
- Support Sky’s mission alongside passionate advocates and survivors.
Interested? Contact Annie Dalton, Executive Director, at
📧 ADalton@SkyFoundationInc.org | ☎ 248-385-5143
Sponsor Special Events
Partner with Sky Foundation as an event sponsor and help bring hope to thousands affected by pancreatic cancer. Sponsorship levels are available for all events, offering meaningful recognition for your business while supporting lifesaving research.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact:
📧 ADalton@SkyFoundationInc.org | ☎ 248-385-5143
Spread the Word
Awareness saves lives.
Sharing information about pancreatic cancer symptoms and risk factors helps others detect the disease earlier and seek timely care.
Ways to Get Involved:
- Participate in the Sky Movement
- Join a committee or volunteer team
- Take a shift at the Ann Arbor Art Fair
- Share our posts on social media to reach more families
Together, we can create a future where pancreatic cancer is detected early and treated successfully.