Life Raft Research Award Recipients 2025
Our Summer Splash Match raised $60K which was awarded to three GIST researchers - Dr. Inga-Marie Schaefer, Dr. Matthew Hemming, and Dr. Jason Sicklick.
Patient Perspective on Testing – Survey Highlights
Survey highlights show that most GIST patients receive mutational testing, but awareness of ctDNA testing remains low despite strong interest.
Health Equity Council: Continuing the Legacy of a Beloved Member
The Life Raft Group’s Health Equity Council honors Martina’s legacy while working to close care gaps and expand patient access to resources.
Remembering Martina Will
Martina Will, a loving mother and dedicated advocate, battled GIST with strength and grace, leaving behind a lasting legacy of resilience, and devotion.
The LRG Strategic Plan
The Life Raft Group is expanding its impact, using data and collaboration to drive progress in GIST and rare diseases.
The Perfect Gift
Gift giving is a wonderful opportunity to share a different kind of gift, especially when considering loved ones who may be cancer patients and caregivers.
A Conversation with Dr. Jason Sicklick
In this interview with researcher & surgical oncologist Dr. Jason Sicklick shares about his passion for SDH-deficient GIST research.
CTOS Sheds New Light on #GISTResearch
CTOS is an international group comprised of physicians and scientists with a primary interest in the tumors of connective tissues. The goal of the society is to advance the care of patients with connective tissue tumors.
Night to Fight Cancer Is Officially Back in New York City!
After three long years, the Annual Night to Fight Cancer benefiting the LRG's research programs, hosted by Jerry Cudzil and Matthew Knopman, took place in-person on October 20th, 2022 at Midtown Loft and Terrace in New York City.
GDOL GIST Days of Learning: Opportunities to Grow
Our most recent GIST Days of Learning (GDOLs) were in-person again! Deputy Director, Laura Occhiuzzi and Senior Director of Outreach & Engagement Diana Nieves traveled to San Diego and Miami to meet with GIST experts and members of our community.