About NPCF
National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation
We believe the current statistics are NOT acceptable. We too have lost loved ones to this devastating disease. Together, we can take a stand against pancreatic cancer.
About 64,050 people (33,130 men and 30,920 women) will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. About 50,550 people (26,620 men and 23,930 women) will die of pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in the United States. There is no known cure, however, there are new developments every day.
The NPCF mission
The National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation (NPCF) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2009. We provide unwavering support to patients touched by pancreatic cancer. We work to provide a longer and better quality of life to people affected by this disease. Through our volunteers, we provide an opportunity to care for those afflicted. We help family members find support and community while they join the fight.
Our vision
Our vision is to preserve life and provide compassionate, personalized support to individuals diagnosed with or at high risk for pancreatic cancer. Whether you need patient advocacy, education, or access to integrative therapies, we are here to walk with you every step of the way.
The National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation is funded solely by donations.
Rhonda Williams — Founder / National Director
Rhonda’s passion for assisting those with pancreatic cancer comes from losing a family member to this disease in January of 2010, after a 5-year battle. Rhonda’s goal is to provide personal and compassionate support to those who are affected by pancreatic cancer through our core programs.
Trevor Williams — Director of Operations
Since September 2017, Trevor Williams has been a volunteer at NPCF, where he currently serves as Director of Operations. In addition to administrative support and networking to increase awareness and funding, Trevor contributes to the NPCF race team and works as a PEMF technician helping people find relief from multiple ailments.
Board of Directors
Matthew Hiddle, Board Chair — a small-business owner whose father-in-law was diagnosed in 2011 and is now cancer-free. The pain and financial struggle that affects the entire family hits close to home.
Claudine Starbuck-Jaksch, Board Secretary — a Colorado native and breast cancer survivor dedicated to the fight against cancer in any form.
Debbie Ellerton, Board Member — of Rapid City, SD. Her husband Mark passed away in September 2013 of pancreatic cancer at age 61. She volunteers as an advocate for NPCF’s mission.
Jessica Pekron, Board Member — a South Dakota native who became an advocate after meeting Rhonda and Trevor and watching people she knew lose their battle because the cancer was found too late.
Christina Parrish, Board Member — a long-term survivor of stage 4 pancreatic cancer and founder of the Purple Iris Foundation. She advocates for second opinions and clinical trials.
Honorary board
Judy Hatfield fought a brave battle against pancreatic cancer from October 2004 to January 2010. She is the motivation behind NPCF’s development and ongoing mission.
NPCF was founded on May 29, 2009 and is a 501(c)(3) organization. EIN 27-0217794. All donations are tax deductible.