Chris Rotz's annual holiday trips to the Abramson Cancer Center were recognized by the Philadelphia Inquirer.
How can you support us in the fight?
Without you the Kathleen M. Rotz foundation is not possible. Your generous help and support is critical for researching a cure as well as providing financial assistance to families affected by lung cancer. There are various ways for you to make a difference. See below.
Register for/donate to Virtual 5K Run/Walk/Cycle
The Virtual 5K Run/Walk/Cycle is our longest running fundraising event. You can participate either as a runner/walker/cycler (even at home on your peleton) with your donation, or by simply making a donation, or by becoming a sponsor of our event.
9th Annual Virtual 5K Sponsors!
Thank you!!
- Sponsor: Wells Fargo Advisors
- Type: Platinum - $2,500
- Sponsor: Environmental Maintenance Company
- Type: Platinum - $2,500
- Sponsor: Worth & Company, Inc.
- Type: Platinum - $2,500
- Sponsor: R S M - Gregory Cowhey
- Type: Gold & Silver - $1,500
- Sponsor: Melcar Underground
- Type: Gold & Silver - $1,500
- Sponsor: Katzianer Construction Company
- Type: Gold - $1,000
- Sponsor: Patterson Plastics & Manufacturing
- Type: Gold - $1,000
- Sponsor: State Farm - Bob Witmer
- Type: Silver - $500
- Sponsor: Waltz Turf Farm, Inc.
- Type: Silver - $500
- Sponsor: Stevenson Seeley, Inc.
- Type: Silver - $500
- Sponsor: Marcum Wealth (Charlie Hoffmann)
- Type: Bronze - $250
- Sponsor: Rich's Deli
- Type: Bronze - $250
About Kathleen M. Rotz and the Fund
Kathleen's determination and belief in her over 2 year battle against lung cancer served as the impetus for establishing this fund. Funds go directly to support Kathy's doctor, Dr. Steven Albelda, and his team to find a cure.
Our why in this process has been an integral part of what we do. We thank everyone who has taken up our shared interest and helped to make this fund as successful as it has become.
Learn who we are →
Recent Events
8th Annual Virtual 5K Fundraising Event
The Kathleen M. Rotz Lung Cancer Research Fund's Annual Virtual 5K Fundraising Event has been a great way to support research towards treating lung cancer for eight years strong!
Participants can engage as well as via various sponsorship opportunities. Follow the link below to learn all the details.
Learn about the run's impact →7th Annual Believe in the Magic of Santa
Now for the 7th year, Chris Rotz will make his annual trip to the Abramson Cancer Center to bring joy and help answer the Christmas wishlists of those in need. The opportunity to spread Christmas joy is made possible by generous donors of the fund.
Read about last year's event →Ho, Ho, Ho! The KMR Foundation is getting some attention!
Believe in the Magic of Santa
Meet Nina Benedick!
Nina is an Administrative Assistant for the Abramson Cancer Center.
The Rotz family generously organizes an annual gift distribution event called "Believe in the Magic of Santa," which helps patients and families take their minds off cancer.
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Some other Believe in the Magic of Santa Highlights
Lung Cancer Facts
- You do not have to be a smoker to get lung cancer
- Lung cancer is the leading cancer killer
A very special thank you to our sponsors!
We are grateful for the support of generous businesses. Through our Annual 5K and now Annual Virtual 5K events, our sponsors at each sponsor level and type have made a significant impact towards KMR's raised funds.
Penn Medicine at Work
Only one more thing to do
Everything that has been made possible via the Kathleen M. Rotz Lung Cancer Research Fund in a fight to treat lung cancer is in thanks to our generous donors. Your support truly means a lot.
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