When Marnie was first diagnosed with brain cancer, Jerry and Lanie Rose were determined to learn as much as possible about the disease that was robbing them of their precious daughter. What they found was a surprisingly large number of young adults experiencing brain cancer, a high mortality rate, a compromised existence for those who survived, and a significant lack of funding for research. The prognosis had not changed in 50 years.

The Dr. Marnie Rose Foundation became the only Houston foundation funding brain cancer research at MD Anderson, which has one of the largest--if not the largest-- brain tumor centers in the world. How sad is that! At MD Anderson, at least 3 clinical trials have resulted directly from our contributions. Funding of cutting-edge research and personalized therapy has enabled many brain tumor patients to live 5-6 years and more without recurrence and with a great quality of life. Support of new drug development expedites the delivery of these drugs from the lab to the patient.

Every contribution makes a difference. An estimated $5-10 is generated from federal support and grants for each $1 in seed money provided by donors. Thus, not only does philanthropic funding help address unmet needs, but given the type of creative research activity it supports, it also can help catalyze new ideas.When Marnie was first diagnosed with brain cancer, Jerry and Lanie Rose were determined to learn as much as possible about the disease that was robbing them of their precious daughter. What they found was a surprisingly large number of young adults experiencing brain cancer, a high mortality rate, a compromised existence for those who survived, and a significant lack of funding for research.

MD Anderson Brain Cancer Information