Raise money for Herb Kosten Foundation
Who We Are
The Kosten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research was founded in 2003 by the family of Herb Kosten after his death due to pancreatic cancer. Kosten’s family sought to improve community support, awareness, and funding for pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest known cancers. The organization has raised close to $2,000,000 for pancreatic cancer research and hosts a very active monthly support group meeting for patients, their families, and anyone interested in learning more about pancreatic cancer.
Our Programs
In 2004, in honor of Herb’s love of tennis, the Memphis-based organization began hosting annual tennis tournaments to raise money to fight pancreatic cancer and in 2011 the group held its first Kick It 5K run/walk. The annual signature event has grown to include more than 2,000 participants.
Money raised from the Kick It 5K and other Kosten Foundation events helps fund pancreatic cancer research and support fellowship training for future pancreatic cancer surgeons at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. In addition, the Foundation presents a yearly symposium headlined by nationally recognized leaders in the field of pancreatic cancer.
The mission of Kosten foundation is four-fold:
- To establish support and a forum for communication amongst those afflicted with pancreatic cancer via support group meetings and this website.
- To assist with the training of future pancreatic surgeons.
- To provide funding for a yearly Memphis public lecture on pancreatic cancer delivered by a nationally and/or internationally renowned expert on the disease.
- To provide funding for clinical and basic research toward improving outcomes of those afflicted with pancreatic cancer.
Teams
Click on a team below to make a donation.
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Boyer's Warriors
Raised: $6,474.99
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Purple Roses
Raised: $5,432.51
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Jean's Quest
Raised: $3,385.05
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Kathryn’s Kickers
Raised: $3,011.11
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Pam & Ernie's Kickstarters
Raised: $1,825.89
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Showing Up for Sherry
Raised: $1,394.29
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MCSTRONG
Raised: $1,049.77
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Bob's Brigade
Raised: $848.05
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Darryl’s Dragons
Raised: $594.28
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901PBG
Raised: $588.30
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FunnerRunners
Raised: $585.21
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Team Judge Rocha
Raised: $566.79
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Team Tom
Raised: $405.34
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Ricky’s Raiders
Raised: $376.15
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Team Khan
Raised: $354.10
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Jackson Strong
Raised: $352.09
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Steak's Sprinters
Raised: $321.20
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Broad Avenue Realty
Raised: $267.10
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Team Sherrill
Raised: $242.47
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Baptist Memorial Health Care
Raised: $188.16
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Connie's Calvary
Raised: $148.04
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Frog Spirit
Raised: $108.20
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Memphis Flyer
Raised: $107.35
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Grams and Gammy
Raised: $77.11
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Warriors for Will
Raised: $54.96
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Maxine Greer
Raised: $27.48
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Team Jean
Raised: $27.48
Individuals
Click on an individual below to make a donation.
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Jean Sparks
Raised: $2,919.80
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Pamela Moss
Raised: $1,319.69
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amy boyer
Raised: $1,069.25
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Carlyn Addison
Raised: $1,000.00
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Danielle Pescetelli
Raised: $464.75
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Mitchell Spurlock
Raised: $454.08
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Victor Rocha
Raised: $403.63
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Judy Teal
Raised: $372.53
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Suzanne Ratliff
Raised: $161.45
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William Buckner
Raised: $145.48
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Kristin Lensch
Raised: $108.20
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Meredith Walsh
Raised: $107.35
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Leslie Williams
Raised: $107.35
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Laurie Christensen
Raised: $79.10
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Kathryn Gilbert Craig
Raised: $54.96
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Diane Jones
Raised: $54.10
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Courtney Marsh
Raised: $27.48
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MC Carpenter
Raised: $27.48
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Lisa Thomas
Raised: $27.48
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Charnel Smith
Raised: $10.00
Recent donors
Date | Name | Amount |
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Oct 31 | Alisa Farmer | Undisclosed amount |
Oct 31 | Susan and Mike Pollack | $107.35 |
Oct 31 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
Oct 30 | Jane Ann McCullough | $54.10 |
Oct 30 | Ceannie Roberto | $54.10 |
Oct 30 | Maja & Glynnis | Undisclosed amount |
Oct 30 | Sarah Squire | $54.10 |
Oct 30 | James and Brenda Boone | $54.10 |
Oct 30 | Dave Salisbury | $27.48 |
Oct 30 | Sandy Nunnally | $107.35 |