Katie Kazakos

Smiling photo of Fishman and DiPietro seated together on an outdoor bench.
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Longtime Life Sciences Orchestra donors endow principal French horn chair

Michael DiPietro and Alice Fishman's passion for music and philanthropy fuels the vibrant legacy of the Life Sciences Orchestra at Michigan Medicine.
Smiling group shot of three Department of Radiation Oncology staff.
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Department of Radiation Oncology staff uplift pediatric patients through gifts of time and talent

Michigan Medicine radiation oncology staff help grant wishes and spread joy to pediatric cancer patients at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital.
Smiling headshot of Juan Alejos, M.D.
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Medical school alumnus making a difference in medical education

Alumnus Juan Alejos, M.D., supports medical training through the Alejos Family Clinical Simulation Fund at U-M.
The Achtenberg family dressed in Michigan gear at University Hospital.
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Dedicated football fans create professorship for life-saving research after wife’s glioblastoma treatment

U-M football fans Jim and Connie Achtenberg are turning their experience with glioblastoma into hope by funding research at Rogel Cancer Center.
Smiling professional headshot of Mary Vandewiele.
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Entrepreneur bridges gaps in integrative oncology

Mary Vandewiele's commitment to integrative oncology training programs is a powerful example of how philanthropy advances patient care.
David and Linda Bachrach smile as they stand together outside.
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Philanthropy in action: donors promote scholarship and leadership through intentional giving

Through philanthropy, David and Linda Bachrach are empowering women in leadership roles and supporting U-M scholarships and awards.
Smiling seated portrait of Glenn and Trish Granger. They are both holding their dog, Max.
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Granger family supports prostate cancer research with dedicated fund

With the same high standards that drive their successful construction company, Glenn and Trish Granger approach philanthropy with a commitment to meaningful impact.
Two staff members hold their Unsung Heroes award, plus a close-up shot of the Unsung Heroes award. It is a dark clay heart with pink stitching across a hole in it.
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Small gestures, big impact: Unsung Heroes Award celebrates the power of kindness

In challenging times, it’s sometimes the smallest gestures of kindness that make the biggest difference.
Emily Jutkiewicz, Ph.D.
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Fellowship in pharmacology to continue the legacy of outstanding scientist and educator

Emily Jutkiewicz, Ph.D., pioneering pharmacologist and beloved educator, to be honored through graduate fellowship supporting groundbreaking research.
Smiling photo of eight people standing in front of a backdrop that says, "Use Your Voice".
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Teen's near fatal illness inspires story, advances research at Michigan Medicine

Alice Tapper, daughter of CNN anchor Jake Tapper, has released a children’s book, “Use Your Voice”, with proceeds benefiting Michigan Medicine.