Our History is His Story
John Wayne beat lung cancer in 1964. He died 15 years later after a strugglewith cancer of the stomach. During this difficult period, he became passionateabout helping others fight this terrible disease.
To honor his memory, his family created the John Wayne Cancer Foundation in 1985. The mission of the John Wayne Cancer Foundation is to lead the fight against cancer with courage, strength and grit. John Wayne Cancer Foundation funds novel and innovative programs that improve cancer patients' outcomes and save lives through research, education, awareness and support.
