Campaign Leadership

 

Behind MD Anderson’s bold vision to transform cancer care are people who help bring it to life. Only Possible Here. The Campaign to End Cancer is guided by dedicated leaders–advocates and supporters–who believe in accelerating breakthroughs to end cancer. These dedicated volunteers help shape strategy, champion institutional priorities, and accelerate progress toward key milestones. Their commitment, expertise and generosity help MD Anderson pursue discoveries that save lives and transform cancer care.

 

Meet the individuals whose leadership is making this ambitious effort possible.

Our campaign leadership

Campaign Chair

Clarence Cazalot Jr.

“We’re driven by one mission: to end cancer. This campaign is about fueling breakthroughs, expanding hope and ensuring patients receive excellent cancer care–all of which come from big ideas that are only possible here.”

Clarence Cazalot Jr. - cancer patient

Campaign Vice Chair

Jim Gallogly

“MD Anderson represents possibility at its highest level. Through this campaign, discoveries and compassionate care come together to change lives at the nation’s leading comprehensive cancer center.”

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Campaign Vice Chair

Maureen Hackett

“This is where the fight is won. MD Anderson embodies a fierce, passionate commitment–a tangible mission that ignites a future where cancer must surrender. It transforms hope from a whisper into a powerful goal to end cancer.”

leadership - Maureen Hackett

Campaign Vice Chair

Marsha Shields

“When the goal is as significant as Making Cancer History®, we can make an impact and a difference in people’s lives.”

leadership - Marsha Shields

Campaign Vice Chair

Don Sinclair

“As good stewards of the donations being received through this capital campaign, we are investing in the fight against cancer and to help and support those who are impacted by this disease.  Because of our very generous donors, we are able to take cancer care and research forward faster than ever before.”

leadership - Don Sinclair

Our campaign cabinet

  • Linda Addison
  • David Ahlquist
  • James Archer
  • Clay Bennett
  • Caroline Brown
  • Carlyse Ciocca
  • David Cockrell
  • Chris Damico
  • Mac Dunwoody
  • Meg Gentle
  • Katherine Hatcher
  • Luci Baines Johnson
  • John Raymond
  • Peggy Sewell
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Honoring the lives and service of our campaign leaders

 

Among some of our most cherished leaders are those who are no longer with us. Their passion for MD Anderson’s mission continues to guide this campaign and inspire future generations.

1941-2025

Melvyn N. Klein

Campaign Vice Chair

Board of Visitors

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1948-2024

Thomas J. Donohue

Campaign Cabinet Member

Board of Visitors

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