JAACF’s 2026 Gala Raises Funds for New Pancreatic Research Fund

Judith Adele Agentis Charitable Foundation Raises $45,500 to Advance Hospice, Palliative Care, and Pancreatic Cancer Research

The Judith Adele Agentis Charitable Foundation (JAACF) announced that it raised a total of $45,500 during 2026 to support its mission of advancing hospice and palliative care education while expanding efforts to improve outcomes for cancer patients and their families.

Of the total funds raised, $15,000 has been designated to establish a new pancreatic cancer research endowment at St. Luke’s University Health Network. The endowment will support ongoing clinical research focused on pancreatic cancer and related gastrointestinal cancers, helping to advance treatment options and improve patient care for future generations.

The remaining funds will support the Foundation’s longstanding commitment to hospice and palliative care education, including programs designed to enhance compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals facing serious illness and end-of-life challenges.

Founded in memory of Judith Adele Agentis, the Foundation has spent more than a decade supporting programs that improve the quality of life for patients and families. Through fundraising events, educational initiatives, and community partnerships, JAACF has helped strengthen hospice and palliative care services throughout the region.

“This year represents a meaningful step forward for our Foundation,” said Bob Agentis, Founder and Chairman  of the Judith Adele Agentis Charitable Foundation. “We remain deeply committed to our hospice and palliative care mission while also investing in the future of pancreatic cancer research. We are grateful to our donors, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters who make this work possible.”

The Foundation’s 2026 fundraising efforts were made possible through the generosity of community members, business sponsors, volunteers, artists, and attendees who participated in charitable events throughout the year.