
The Mildred Thimes Foundation supports pancreatic cancer patients and their families by providing direct financial assistance for immediate necessities such as:
CREATE AWARENESS/ EDUCATE COMMUNITIES/ ASSIST FAMILIES/ AND COLLABORATE WITH RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS THAT CREATE LIFE-CHANGING RESULTS
Our vision is to create a world where every person affected by pancreatic cancer has access to quality healthcare and basic needs. We believe that by investing by providing immediate necessities.
This is a dedicated organization committed to making a profound difference in the fight against this devastating disease. Through tireless efforts and strategic initiatives, the foundation has made a significant impact on various fronts, bringing hope and support to patients, families, and the scientific community alike.
At the Mildred Thimes Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer, we are passionately committed to making a tangible impact in the fight against this devastating disease. With unwavering dedication and a compassionate spirit, our organization focuses on raising crucial funds and awareness to support cutting-edge research, patient care, and advocacy efforts.

30th Annual
Denise Thimes & Friends
Mother's Day Concert
Sunday, May 10, 2026
The Sheldon Concert Hall | 3648 Washington Ave | 63108
Lavish Buffet – 3 PM | $65 (Dinner service ends promptly at 4:45 PM)
Concert – 5:30 PM
Anniversary Ticket Prices:
VIP – $75
Orchestra – $65
Balcony – $60
Tickets available at MetroTix (314) 534-1111 or (314) 783-7700
Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day in style with an afternoon of incredible music and community at The Sheldon!
Donations are gratefully accepted via:
Cash App:$MTFlouise826
Denise Thimes, a renowned St. Louis Jazz Vocalist, and Johnny Furr, Jr., the former Vice President of Community Affairs at Anheuser-Busch Companies, established the Mildred Thimes Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer in 2012. The foundation was named after Denise's mother, Mildred Thimes, who passed away from pancreatic cancer in 1997, during a time when knowledge about the disease was limited. Denise serves as the Executive Director of the foundation, which consists of a fifteen-member Board of Directors. Their mission is to raise awareness about pancreatic cancer and support research efforts related to this specific type of cancer





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