The Arena Foundation envisions a future where cancer is no longer a life defining diagnosis, where education, research, and compassionate care empower every patient, every family, and every dream.
As a nonprofit organization we rely on donations to continue our work.
Your generosity makes it possible for us to fund research, provide education, & support those affected by cancer.
The Arena Foundation for Medical Research, Inc.
Our foundation has deep roots. In 1986, Dr. Francis P. Arena, a renowned oncologist and hematologist, helped establish what is now The Arena Foundation for Medical Research, Inc. His vision was clear: to advance cancer research, provide education, and support compassionate patient care.
Over 30 years later, his daughter, Brittany Arena, a seasoned creative marketing professional, stepped in to help guide the foundation into a new era. Together, they realized that their mission had the greatest potential when they combined their strengths: his decades of medical expertise and her innovative communication and strategy skills.
Fueled by family values, a passion for healing, and a shared dream, they officially partnered to lead the foundation into its next chapter, uniting science, heart, and community under a renewed and even stronger purpose.
Where Medical Expertise Meets Heartfelt Hope
We are committed to advancing lifesaving cancer research, delivering free educational resources to empower patients and families, and supporting compassionate patient care initiatives that directly impact lives.
Every donation we receive fuels this mission, going back into research, education, and community support.
Our Mission.
At the heart of everything we do is the belief that when you fuel your dreams with energy, you give them the power to become reality. Born from the bond of family, our mission is to support cancer research, education, and patient care. We are here to empower minds, heal bodies, and walk alongside every patient, survivor, and loved one, because no one should face this journey without hope, knowledge, and community.
Our Vision.
A future where cancer is no longer a life defining diagnosis, where education, research, and compassionate care empower every patient, every family, and every dream.
Family First.
Every supporter, patient, and survivor is part of our extended family.
Compassionate Care.
We believe healing begins with heart.
Education is Power.
Educated minds lead to stronger bodies and brighter futures.
Excellence in Research.
We champion innovation that transforms lives.
Integrity and Trust.
We operate with complete transparency and accountability.
Community Commitment:
We build a supportive network around every journey.