The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Global Pediatric Cancer Program
Ira J. Dunkel, MD, and Gurcharanjeet Kaur, MD, FAAP
Optimizing Pediatric Cancer Care Around the World
About 400,000 children are diagnosed with cancer each year around the world, and more than 80% of them live in low- and middle-income countries. At MSK Kids, we believe it’s not enough to have excellent cancer care in some places and not others; high-quality pediatric cancer care must be available everywhere.
Toward that goal, MSK Kids is forging collaborations with institutions across the globe through the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Global Pediatric Cancer Program to optimize outcomes for children with cancer. Established with a grant from SNF as part of its Global Health Initiative (GHI), the effort enables MSK Kids to bring its deep expertise in pediatric oncology to young patients around the world through new collaborations and peer exchanges with hospitals and other healthcare providers.
Damon Reed, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist reviewing an MRI of osteosarcoma with Carol Morris, MD, MS, Orthopaedic Surgeon.
Our Vision
We envision a world where every child with cancer, no matter where they live, has access to timely and effective expert care.
The SNF Global Pediatric Cancer Program aims to:
Improve access to expert diagnostic and treatment planning for pediatric patients across the globe.
Establish a network of partner hospitals to serve as regional hubs to amplify reach to low- and middle-income countries.
Facilitate global learning and collaboration in pediatric oncology through innovative education and training programs.
Address disparities in childhood cancer by sharing MSK Kids’ clinical expertise and leadership in cancer care and health equity — directly and through international partner institutions.
Enhancing Patient Care
Through the SNF Global Pediatric Cancer Program, MSK Kids clinical care experts collaborate with global partners to enhance diagnostic precision, offer expert clinical insights, and expand access to specialized testing and program development resources.
Expanding Knowledge
The SNF Global Pediatric Cancer Program connects healthcare professionals worldwide with the latest pediatric oncology knowledge, empowering them to apply best practices within their own hospitals and healthcare systems.
Advancing Pediatric Cancer Research
Research is an integral part of the mission of the SNF Global Pediatric Cancer Program, with the goal of expanding global research initiatives, broadening patient access to clinical trials, and strengthening research capabilities at international institutions.
Collaborating Institutions
The SNF Global Pediatric Cancer Program at MSK Kids collaborates with leading pediatric cancer centers in Brazil, Jordan, and Spain:
Hospital Santa Marcelina in São Paulo
King Hussein Cancer Center in Amman
Sant Joan de Déu in Barcelona
Together with local clinical and research teams, we work to advance more equitable care for children with cancer worldwide through knowledge exchange, specialized training, and shared clinical and research initiatives. This work is grounded in partnership and mutual learning, with the goal of strengthening care delivery, expanding access to high-quality treatment, and addressing the disparities that continue to affect outcomes for children with cancer around the world.
MSK Kids is excited to collaborate with institutions around the world to bring our expert clinical, education, and research expertise in pediatric cancer across the globe.
To learn more about the SNF Global Pediatric Cancer Program or to inquire about partnerships, please contact Penny Tsougas.
News and Events
Watch highlights from the International Symposium on Pediatric Oncology
Hear from MSK providers through a curated selection of full-length presentations from the symposium, held in Brazil in March 2026. These talks are part of a broader program that featured global pediatric oncology experts.
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Launches SNF Global Pediatric Cancer Program To Expand Access to Renowned Pediatric Cancer Care Worldwide
The program, established through a $25 million grant from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) as part of its Global Health Initiative, aims to improve outcomes for pediatric cancer patients through international healthcare collaborations.
