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Phil Knight Donates $2 Billion for Cancer Research Breakthroughs

8/14/2025

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Phil Knight is donating $2 billion to Oregon Health and Science University's Knight Cancer Institute, the largest donation to a U.S. university or health institution.
The donation aims to improve cancer treatment and research in collaboration with Dr. Brian Druker.
The Knights previously contributed to a $500 million fundraising challenge for cancer research.

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Phil Knight is donating $2 billion to Oregon Health and Science University's Knight Cancer Institute, the largest donation to a U.S. university or health institution.
The donation aims to improve cancer treatment and research in collaboration with Dr. Brian Druker.
The Knights previously contributed to a $500 million fundraising challenge for cancer research.