Kelly's Heroes: Fighting Pancreatic Cancer

Kelly's Heroes: Fighting Pancreatic Cancer Kelly's Heroes is a 501(c)(3) that raises funds for cancer research, inspired by Steve Kelly, who never stopped waging hope against pancreatic cancer.
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Kelly’s Heroes is a 501c(3) inspired by Steve Kelly, a terrific husband, proud dad, big-time sports fan and a talented editor at the Philadelphia Inquirer. Steve was 53 when he was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, a disease that kills 73 percent of its victims within the first year. Steve fought the battle through two clinical trials, volunteering to be part of the medical research that he truly believed would provide a breakthrough in treating this horrible disease. “Why not me?” he used to say as he endured his six-hour weekly chemo treatments. Pancreatic cancer is often called the “silent killer” because there’s no reliable screening test for the disease and its elusive symptoms often aren’t apparent until the disease has spread. The statistics are sobering:
• Pancreatic cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the United States, and is anticipated to become the second by 2020.
• Pancreatic cancer is one of the nation’s deadliest cancers with a five-year relative survival rate of just 6 percent.
• In 2014, an estimated 46,420 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the United States, and approximately 39,590 will die from the disease. Steve died 22 months after his diagnosis. In those 22 months, he white-water rafted and ziplined in Costa Rica; ran a 5K with his daughter; and donned his kilt and poured the Guinness at his annual St. Patrick’s Day bash. Writing for the Inquirer, Steve said, “I’m not afraid of dying, but the thought of not living frightens the hell out of me.” Kelly’s Heroes is committed to celebrating Steve’s life by gathering good people together, raising funds for cancer research and waging hope against this terrible disease.

Happy Birthday to Steve Kelly, who continues to inspire us every day! Kelly's Heroes exists to take care of Steve's unfi...
01/08/2026

Happy Birthday to Steve Kelly, who continues to inspire us every day! Kelly's Heroes exists to take care of Steve's unfinished business - bringing hope and long, full lives to those facing pancreatic cancer. 💜

Thanks to the Philadelphia Inquirer for sharing the importance of clinical trials in bringing hope to pancreatic cancer ...
01/06/2026

Thanks to the Philadelphia Inquirer for sharing the importance of clinical trials in bringing hope to pancreatic cancer patients. Facing a five-year survival rate of just 13%, pancreatic patients on clinical trials like this one at Penn are seeking more time, more memories, more moments with the people they love. It's not a cure, but it's meaningful progress.

The drug is not considered a cure, but results from clinical trials point to major advancement for a devastating cancer usually caught in late stages.

A toast to all of you 🥂 - our supporters, donors, volunteers and sponsors - who made 2025 a year of action and compassio...
01/01/2026

A toast to all of you 🥂 - our supporters, donors, volunteers and sponsors - who made 2025 a year of action and compassion! Together, we raised more than $50,000 for the Steve Kelly Fund for Pancreatic Cancer Research - giving patients the gift of hope. 2026, here we come!

That's a wrap for November's observance of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and . Thank you so much for helping us rai...
12/01/2025

That's a wrap for November's observance of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and . Thank you so much for helping us raise the profile of this disease. Each photo, comment and repost builds awareness and support for better treatments, early detection and increased survival. Let's keep it going! www.hellopancreas.com

We're grateful for you! Happy Thanksgiving!
11/27/2025

We're grateful for you! Happy Thanksgiving!

World Pancreatic Cancer Day is about remembering those we've loved and lost - and for creating hope for future patients....
11/20/2025

World Pancreatic Cancer Day is about remembering those we've loved and lost - and for creating hope for future patients. 💜

Lulu says: I’m howling for hope and sniffing out support on World Pancreatic Cancer Day. Paws your scrolling and go to w...
11/20/2025

Lulu says: I’m howling for hope and sniffing out support on World Pancreatic Cancer Day. Paws your scrolling and go to www.hellopancreas.com to learn more.

It ranks among the world's deadliest cancers. That's why we're here on World Pancreatic Cancer Day raising our voice, bu...
11/20/2025

It ranks among the world's deadliest cancers. That's why we're here on World Pancreatic Cancer Day raising our voice, building awareness and creating a better future against this terrible disease. Please post, like, comment and share to be part of today's global chorus of hope against pancreatic cancer!

Purple for a purpose on World Pancreatic Cancer Day. 💜 We’re remembering Steve and all the loved ones lost to this terri...
11/20/2025

Purple for a purpose on World Pancreatic Cancer Day. 💜 We’re remembering Steve and all the loved ones lost to this terrible disease - and also celebrating the survivors for their strength and resilience. Today, let’s create a global conversation about hope and survival.

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