Ohio State Cancer Giving Challenge

Your support powers innovation at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James (OSUCCC – James). Through the James Fund for Life, we invest in groundbreaking technology that transforms cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. 

Every gift makes a difference. Here’s how your generosity has fueled progress: 

2023 – Proton Therapy Center 

Thanks to donor support, OSUCCC – James and Nationwide Children’s Hospital opened Central Ohio’s first Proton Therapy Center. This advanced technology delivers highly targeted radiation therapy to children and adults, using protons instead of X-rays to destroy cancer cells with precision—minimizing damage to surrounding tissue and organs. 

2019 – West Campus Ambulatory Facility 

Your contributions helped fund cutting-edge technology for the planned West Campus Ambulatory Facility, expanding access to world-class cancer care. 

2018 – Breast Imaging Innovations 

Donor gifts provided: 

• Prone Biopsy Table with 3-D Tomosynthesis Imaging – streamlining stereotactic imaging for faster, more accurate biopsies. 
• Automated Breast Ultrasound (ABUS) – enhancing screening for patients with dense breast tissue. 
• Two Mammography Units – installed at new satellite locations in Grove City and Worthington, bringing advanced imaging closer to home. 

2017 – Education & Precision Treatment 

Your support funded: 

• Mobile Education Kitchen – teaching cancer risk-reduction through nutrition. 
• VisionRT – ensuring radiation therapy precisely targets cancer while protecting healthy tissue. 
• MicroSTARii and Patient Imaging Technology – improving treatment accuracy and patient safety. 

2016 – Tomosynthesis Technology 

Donor generosity introduced 3-D breast imaging technology, providing clearer, more detailed views for early detection and diagnosis. 

Why Your Gift Matters 

Every advancement listed above was made possible by donors like you. Together, we can continue to bring hope and healing to patients and families across Ohio and beyond. 

Prefer to make your gift over the phone? Contact the Engagement Center at 614-292-2281.