Events & Programs

18th Annual NPF Fellows Symposium

The National Pancreas Foundation holds an annual Fellows Symposium as an opportunity for Fellows to gain insight and instruction from world-renowned pancreas specialists. This is open to physicians and PhD-levels scientists who are Fellows, Residents, and first or second-year Faculty who have demonstrated an interest in pancreatic disease.

Black/African American Initiative

The National Pancreas Foundation has created a pancreas disease early education and awareness campaign with a focus on pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis in the Black/African American community throughout the United States. To produce this educational program, NPF has partnered with Krames and WebMD to focus on health disparities and access to healthcare for pancreas disease in the Black/African American community.

NPF Cookbook

The National Pancreas Foundation recognizes that quality of life is important for everyone but is certainly more of a challenge for individuals and their loved ones trying to manage chronic illness.

For patients with pancreatic disease, there are many times when it is difficult to eat at all. Even when you are feeling well, you still must be very careful to follow a low-fat diet. Below are some guidelines, and, as always, your doctor is the best one to tell you how to eat. Note that sometimes it is easier to eat small meals several times a day, instead of trying to sit down to three big meals.

Pediatric & Camp Hope

The National Pancreas Foundation and Rebecca’s Wish created Camp Hope, a pediatric pancreatitis summer camp for children and young people suffering from pancreatitis, or post-TPIAT. At Camp Hope, campers can experience all the joys of camp without limitations. It is also a place where they can meet to bond/build friendships in a fun and safe setting that includes camp activities such as swimming, archery, horseback riding, zip-lining, crafts, indoor basketball, photography, color war, campfires, and more!

At Camp Hope, campers can participate in things they have never been able to do while having fun, finding respite, and experiencing a new sense of belonging. All while staying safe under the guidance and care of an onsite medical and psychosocial team.

Bowlathon

PancreasBowl is a fun and easy way for individuals, medical professionals, and companies to make an impact on pancreas disease, pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis, pediatric pancreatitis and FCS Syndrome – it only takes a little bit of effort to raise the money that is vital to NPF’s success. Fundraising teams collect donations and then celebrate their success by attending a local bowling party.

Catalysts for Change: Join Our Fundraisers

Join us in igniting positive change! Our fundraisers are more than just events—they are opportunities to make a lasting impact. By participating, you become a vital part of our mission to support research, education, and advocacy for pancreatic health. Every dollar raised brings us closer to breakthroughs, enhanced patient support, and a brighter future. Be a catalyst for change and help us create a world where pancreatic diseases are conquered. Your fundraising efforts matter, and together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by these conditions.