Atlantic Coast Classic 2026

       2026 Foundation Sponsor

About

Expect Miracles Foundation (EMF) rallies the financial services industry and beyond to invest in life-saving cancer research while advancing the financial and emotional health of people impacted by cancer.

With the loyal support of generous companies and individuals, from leading financial services companies to start-ups, senior executives to young adults, corporate foundations to family trusts, EMF has awarded over $25 million in cancer research and financial assistance grants.

Our Work in Numbers

GRANTS

IN GRANTS AWARDED

EVENT ATTENDEES IN 2025

Our Funds

Dana-Farber Top Donor

Discovery Fund

EMF’s Discovery Fund supports the Belfer Center at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, advancing collaborative research to accelerate breakthrough targeted and immune-based cancer therapies, bridge academia and industry, and bring promising treatments to patients faster.

Dana-Farber Top Donor

INNOVATION FUND

EMF’s Innovation Fund supports the Center for Experimental Therapeutics at Memorial Sloan Kettering, funding Dr. Daniel Heller’s pioneering nanotechnology research to detect cancer early and deliver safer, more effective treatments to patients faster.

SAMFund Grants Spring 2023

SAMFund

EMF’s SAMFund, provides vital financial and family-building grants to young adult cancer survivors, helping them recover from the financial impact of cancer. Since 2005, over 2,800 grants totaling nearly $5 million have been awarded.

Events

Expect Miracles in Boston 2025

New York Battle of the Bartenders

Thank you for a record-breaking night at NYC Battle of the Bartenders on 8.5.26! View highlights and event photos now.

Boston YPEM Battle of the Bartenders 2025

Boston Battle of the Bartenders

Purchase tickets and support your favorite guest bartender for Boston Battle of the Bartenders on 8.18.26.

2025 Impact Celebration

Atlantic Coast Classic

Reserve your foursome or golf clinic spot for the Atlantic Coast Classic Tournament and Clinic on 10.5.26.

Corporate Sponsorships 2026

Together with Expect Miracles Foundation, we are making a profound difference in the fight against cancer. Their partnership enables groundbreaking research that brings hope to countless patients and families.

Benjamin L. Ebert, MD, PhD
President and CEO
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

News

New York YPEM Battle of the Bartenders 2026
Aug 14 2026

New York YPEM Battle of the Bartenders 2026

New York YPEM’s 2026 Battle of the Bartenders brought a sold-out crowd to Tailor Public House for an unforgettable night of friendly competition and philanthropy. The...
Logan K.
Aug 04 2026

Logan K.

Logan K. overcame stage IV Hodgkin’s lymphoma at 20 years old. Read her story and how EMF’s SAMFund Family Building grant helped her achieve her dream of starting...
Dan Lee IRONMAN 70.3 Alghero
Jul 09 2026

Dan Lee IRONMAN 70.3 Alghero

On June 7, Dan Lee took on IRONMAN 70.3 Alghero in support of Expect Miracles Foundation, turning a deeply personal connection into a powerful fundraising effort. Learn...
Billi B.
Jul 06 2026

Billi B.

At 27 weeks pregnant, Billi B. was diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer and faced treatment while preparing for her first child. Read her story of resilience,...
Jun 25 2026

2026 Spring SAMFund Grants

EMF awarded a record-breaking $301,000 in SAMFund grants to support young adult cancer survivors across the country marking the largest spring award total in SAMFund...
Jun 23 2026

2026 East Coast Classic

The 32nd East Coast Classic golf tournament, held at Pinehills Golf Club in Plymouth, MA, was another powerful example of the momentum building across the Expect...
2026 Impact Celebration
Jun 08 2026

2026 Impact Celebration

EMF’s Impact Celebration 2026 at the New York Stock Exchange brought together a record number of supporters, sponsors, and partners to recognize a year of extraordinary...
May 27 2026

Distance Challenge Winners 2026

The 2026 EMF Distance Challenge, an eight day virtual and global event, took place from May 12-19. Participants ran, walked, and biked to support the fight against...
2026 Boston Marathon
Apr 29 2026

2026 Boston Marathon

Meet the runners who will be representing Expect Miracles Foundation and raising funds for our mission at the 2026 Boston Marathon on April 20.

Apr 06 2026

Sarah E.

A three-time breast cancer survivor at only 38 years old, Sarah’s story is one of resilience, love, and unwavering determination. Thanks to the generosity of...
Hannah S.
Mar 23 2026

Hannah S.

At 38 years old, Hannah S. has faced more obstacles than most. A dedicated mother, educator, and survivor, she has navigated the challenges of single parenthood while...
SAMFund Soirée Boston 2026
Mar 18 2026

SAMFund Soirée Boston 2026

View highlights from the SAMFund Soirée Boston 2026, where supporters came together to raise critical funds for young adult cancer survivors through EMF’s SAMFund Grant...
Nicsa Gives Back 2026
Mar 13 2026

Nicsa Gives Back 2026

Expect Miracles Foundation proudly served as Nicsa’s Official Charity Partner for 2026, highlighted by a $20k check presentation at the Strategic Leadership Forum and...
Expect Miracles in Manhattan 2026
Feb 23 2026

Expect Miracles in Manhattan 2026

The Expect Miracles in Manhattan 2026 Gala was a sold-out evening of inspiration, powerful stories, and record-breaking generosity. Inspired by the Winter Olympics, the...
Feb 19 2026

New Board Members 2026

Expect Miracles Foundation is proud to announce 3 New Board Members for 2026. The Foundation is incredibly excited to continue to expand and welcome new leadership...
Lacee C.
Feb 05 2026

Lacee C.

Lacee C. was living the life she and her husband, David, had always envisioned and had recently begun exploring fertility assistance in hopes of starting their family....
Feb 01 2026

Kiera W.

At 31, Kiera W.’s dream career was taking off until a breast cancer diagnosis changed everything. Her story is one of resilience, financial struggle, and hope for...
Smithwick's Open 2025
Dec 18 2025

2025 Smithwick’s Open Supporting Expect Miracles Foundation

The Charles River Country Club community came together the day before Thanksgiving for its beloved 2025 Smithwick’s Open supporting EMF, raising over $80,000....
Expect Miracles in Boston 2025
Nov 24 2025

Expect Miracles in Boston 2025

On November 13, 2025, EMF brought together a record-breaking 450 guests from across the financial services industry and beyond for the annual Expect Miracles in Boston...
Nov 05 2025

2025 New York City Marathon

Meet the 2025 New York City Marathon Runners for EMF, read their stories and learn why they are going the distance in the fight against cancer.

Nov 03 2025

SAMFund Soirée Manhattan 2025

Expect Miracles Foundation’s first SAMFund Soirée Manhattan on October 23 brought together survivors, young professionals, and philanthropic leaders for an inspiring...
2025 Atlantic Coast Classic
Oct 10 2025

Atlantic Coast Classic 2025

EMF hosted the 2025 Atlantic Coast Classic Golf Tournament on September 29 at Fiddler’s Elbow in Bedminster, NJ. View event highlights and photos!

2025 Boston Red Sox Jimmy Fund Award
Sep 25 2025

2025 Boston Red Sox Jimmy Fund Award

Expect Miracles Foundation was presented with the 2025 Boston Red Sox Jimmy Fund Award, The Jimmy Fund’s highest recognition, in celebration of our longstanding...
Sep 21 2025

Nicole M.

Nicole’s life changed forever after a breast cancer diagnosis at 25. She shares her powerful journey through treatment, financial hardship, and recovery. With support...
Sep 08 2025

IPA Vision 2025

EMF is proud to be the Official Charity Partner of IPA Vision 2025 taking place September 17-19 at Boston’s Omni Seaport Hotel. Stop by our table at the...
Aug 27 2025

SAMFund Soirée Boston 2025

The inaugural SAMFund Soirée Boston brought together guests for an unforgettable evening of connection, resilience, and generosity, all in support of young adult cancer...
Aug 18 2025

Jocelyn E.

Jocelyn E. was settling into newly married life with her husband when their world was shaken in the spring of 2021 after back to back cancer diagnoses. Read her story...
Expect Miracles Foundation at Fenway Park 2025
Aug 13 2025

Expect Miracles Foundation at Fenway Park 2025

Expect Miracles Foundation at Fenway Park 2025: Supporting another successful year of fundraising, Expect Miracles Foundation presented a check to Dana-Farber Cancer...
Aug 06 2025

Devon C.

At just 24 years old, Devon C. was charting a promising course in his career when an unexpected diagnosis turned his world upside down. Read his story of resilience and...
Jul 23 2025

Jennifer B.

Jennifer B. was only 34 years old when life took an unexpected turn in 2021 when she was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. Amid her battle with cancer and its...

Make Miracles

Join us in the fight against cancer and be part of the community that is making miracles happen today. Your donation is an investment in our Innovation and Discovery Funds, which invests in life-saving cancer research, and EMF’s SAMFund, which provides financial assistance for young adult cancer survivors.

Invest in Hope

Corporate sponsors lead our life-saving mission and gain access to influential business networking opportunities at EMF events, which range from galas to golf tournaments and more. As a sponsor you can cultivate relationships in the financial services industry while having a life-changing impact on the cancer community.