Community Partnerships

Miami Cancer Institute 2020 Philanthropy Impact Report

Community Partnerships

HEAT.HELP.CURE.

Miami Cancer Institute and the Miami HEAT came together once again in Fall 2019 for their annual event that raises funds for Miami Cancer Institute’s fight against cancer. The 2019 HEAT.HELP.CURE. introduced a new element: Dribble Drive Against Cancer, in which participants dribbled 13.8 miles from Miami Cancer Institute to the floor of the American Airlines Arena. Together, the events raised $535,449 thanks to the support of 1,343 participants.

The John and Margaret Krupa Jellyfish Tank

Because of their regenerative nature, jellyfish are seen as a symbol of hope and healing. Last year, the Institute enlisted the Frost Museum of Science as its partner to provide a museum-level jellyfish exhibit for our patients and visitors. This unique three-story aquarium, featured prominently in the main lobby of the Institute, changes colors during the various cancer awareness months and is designed to both delight visitors and soothe patients as they undergo their cancer journey. We look forward to future plans to use it as an educational and artistic resource for events.