Cancer affects all of us in some way. Statistics show that one in four people will be diagnosed with some form of cancer during his or her life.
Together, we will make a difference... face this challenge head-on!
Learn More
Knowledge is power. If you or someone you care for has been diagnosed with cancer, access important information, including the most current treatments and technology available, by visiting www.jamesline.com. You can also have questions regarding your cancer diagnosis or treatment answered by e-maiing cancerinfo@jamesline.com or calling toll-free (800) 293-5066 to speak with a health professional.
Volunteer
Your life and time are precious, your experiences often invaluable. Contact the hospital above or a health organization of your choice to find out how you can help. One person can make a difference.
Donate Dollars
If you would like to make a gift to support The JEGS Foundation in the race against cancer, there are three easy ways to give. - Make a gift on-line by visiting http://jamesline.com/waystogive/funds/jegs.
- Mail your gift to the following address:
The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute
Office of Development
660 Ackerman Road
P.O. Box 183112
Columbus, OH 43218-3112
- Make a gift via phone by calling The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute’s Development Office at 614-293-3744.
Leading the Team Racing for Cancer Research
For years now, the Coughlin Family has sported the uniquely-designed racing check/cancer awareness ribbon on all of their race cars and driving uniforms. The ribbon may be a simple symbol, but it displays a meaningful sentiment.
In honor of Jeg Coughlin Sr., "The Jeg Coughlin Chair in Childhood Cancer Developmental Therapeutics" was established in 2005 to support a nationally/internationally-eminent scholar who researches and develops therapies in the field of childhood cancer.
A Team United, On and Off the Track
Occasionally something good is born from struggle.
The Coughlin family believes in meeting challenges head-on. Due to personal experiences with family members and friends who were touched by cancer's devastating effects, the commitment to The JEGS Foundation "Racing for Cancer Research" began. The Foundation's goals are to advance cancer research and build awareness. The motto "Racing for Cancer Research" was coined because of the donations generated by race earnings to achieve these goals. This has now been expanded to corporate earnings as well.
"Our family has been so blessed; forming The JEGS Foundation "Racing for Cancer Research" is one small way we can help others meet the challenge of surviving cancer."
Reaching out through the family-run business of JEGS Mail Order and Team JEGS Racing, the Foundation also provides access to information regarding cutting-edge cancer treatments and an avenue for people to get involved and make a difference.
Defining Cancer
Cancer is a group of more than 100 diseases. Anyone can get cancer; any tissue of the body can develop cancer. Many environmental, chemical, viral, genetic, and personal factors may contribute to a cell's change from normal to cancerous. "Normal" cells have genetic mechanisms to control reproduction. Scientists have described the series of essential steps that must occur for a cell to transform. Cancer begins when a cell 1) mutates, 2) loses the ability for controlled reproduction, and 3) grows and spreads. Though simplified here, this complex process may actually occur decades before the cancer is detected.
The Ribbon Defined
Each color of the JEGS Foundation Racing for Cancer Research ribbon signifies a specific cancer. For cancers not signified by a color, the well-known black and white checks represent them, as well as motorsports.
A nonprofit foundation with 100% of donations going directly to cancer research. |
