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.

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 h

e 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.

⛳️The Kelly's Heroes Teed Off Golf Outing is just 4 weeks away - Sept. 17, 2026, at Mercer Oaks in Princeton Junction, ...
08/21/2026

⛳️The Kelly's Heroes Teed Off Golf Outing is just 4 weeks away - Sept. 17, 2026, at Mercer Oaks in Princeton Junction, N.J. There's no better way to remember Steve Kelly than to gather with friends, support cancer research and bring hope to pancreatic cancer patients. Our outing is a best-ball scramble with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Play 18 holes on the impeccable Mercer Oaks course, take your best swing at a hole-in-one prize courtesy of Audi of Princeton, test yourself in our putting contest, enjoy a post-round buffet and cocktails, win incredible auction and raffle prizes and more!

Most importantly, as an all-volunteer 501c3 Kelly's Heroes makes sure that every penny raised helps patients access cutting-edge care to increase survival. Join us for a memorable day!

👉To register, go to www.kellysheroes.ngo/join-us.

Many thanks to our generous sponsors: Blue Rock Construction, Pennsylvania Steel Company, CMI Cabinets, M&T Bank, Habib Law, IBEW, Eaton Steel, Patriot Wealth Management, Leo Insurance, Fields Printwear and Underground Graphics.

08/17/2026

On , a salute to the donors, volunteers, sponsors & supporters who help us wage hope. You’re all heroes to us! 💜

On , we're celebrating YOU! We couldn't wage hope without the energy and generosity of our donors, volunteers, sponsors...
08/17/2026

On , we're celebrating YOU! We couldn't wage hope without the energy and generosity of our donors, volunteers, sponsors and supporters. You're all heroes to us. 💜

Huge thanks to Blue Rock Construction Inc., Title Sponsor for our Teed Off Golf Outing to Fight Pancreatic Cancer Sept. ...
08/11/2026

Huge thanks to Blue Rock Construction Inc., Title Sponsor for our Teed Off Golf Outing to Fight Pancreatic Cancer Sept. 17 at Mercer Oaks. Steve Kettelberger and the Blue Rock team have been with us since year 1 of our golf event - remembering Steve and waging hope! We couldn't do it without them! If you'd like to join us as an individual golfer, foursome or sponsor, go to www.kellysheroes.ngo/join-us for more information. See you on the links!

For anyone interested in learning more about the latest exciting developments in pancreatic cancer research, check out t...
06/24/2026

For anyone interested in learning more about the latest exciting developments in pancreatic cancer research, check out this webinar tomorrow from our colleagues at Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. There's never been more hope for greater survival with this disease. Here's a chance to learn more and spread the word about new treatment options and clinical trials.

Join PanCAN for our virtual event, KRAS and Pancreatic Cancer: Entering a New Era of Treatment, where we'll discuss the current moment in KRAS research and what the newest discoveries may mean for patients now and in the future. 🧬

RSVP now at 🔗 pancan.org/KRAS2026.

Today, on National Cancer Survivors Day, we celebrate the warriors. They inspire our work to ensure that more patients c...
06/07/2026

Today, on National Cancer Survivors Day, we celebrate the warriors. They inspire our work to ensure that more patients can live their lives - cancer be damned.

It’s being hailed as a “transformative” advance in the treatment of pancreatic cancer. A new drug called daraxonrasib do...
06/02/2026

It’s being hailed as a “transformative” advance in the treatment of pancreatic cancer. A new drug called daraxonrasib doubled the survival of patients with advanced pancreatic cancer compared to chemotherapy - without all the toxic side effects of chemo. This could be huge. The clinical trial results sparked a spontaneous standing ovation among cancer researchers when first presented this week at the American College of Clinical Oncology conference in Chicago.

The experimental drug daraxonrasib, which doubled survival time in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer, may also prove effective for lung, colon and ovarian cancers.

Pancreatic cancer patients will have a new and promising treatment option with this action by the FDA. It can take years...
05/02/2026

Pancreatic cancer patients will have a new and promising treatment option with this action by the FDA. It can take years for new cancer drugs to reach the market, so this improved access is important. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/01/business/fda-pancreatic-cancer-drug.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&fbclid=IwY2xjawRitTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80MDk5NjI2MjMwODU2MDkAAR5MrsUool3QPe6mAf-P66FlbxiYCyJ8280Unua6nBMrAj6hyb4vQBxfNFVwjA_aem_HhQy7yhiotWo-iXJS9_LUQ

Patients with one of the deadliest cancers have been pleading for an unapproved treatment that may prolong their lives.

Each April, cities across the nation host PurpleStride events to build support for pancreatic cancer patients. And each ...
04/29/2026

Each April, cities across the nation host PurpleStride events to build support for pancreatic cancer patients. And each year Lynn Ross is there honoring her Philadelphia Inquirer colleagues Steve Kelly and Ron Wade. Thank you, Lynn, and congratulations to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network for another successful day of awareness, compassion and hope.

One more round of thanks to the incredibly generous businesses, sponsors and supporters who donated to our raffle basket...
03/19/2026

One more round of thanks to the incredibly generous businesses, sponsors and supporters who donated to our raffle baskets and silent auction items at the Kelly’s Heroes St. Patrick’s Day Party. It’s a key - and always popular - part of our fundraising. Give these great community partners your business!
Americana Kitchen & Bar
Anthony Vincent Salon
Audi of Princeton
Beat the Bomb - Philadelphia
The Black Bass Hotel
Blue Rock Construction
Cafe Capuano
Carlucci’s
Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach
The Cheesecake Factory
Classico Tomato Pies
David Bradley Chocolatier
Delaware Valley Packaging Group
East Coast Float Spa
Fearless Restaurants
Gorjana
Hand and Stone East Windsor
Her Place Supper Club
Hudson Table
IPlay America
La Piazza
Little Key Coffee
Lug
McCarter Theater
Mezzaluna
Mistral
Moonshot Farm
Museum of the American Revolution
Museum of Illusions
NHL
Otherworld Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Steel Co.
PF Changs
Philadelphia Distilling
Philadelphia Phillies
Philly Crawling
Plaza Azteca
Race Street Cafe
NYNJ Red Bulls
Rook Coffee
Seasons 52
Sojo Spa
SPCA Bucks County
Sui Yoga
Turning Point Restaurants
Wegmans

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