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| Formation | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Type | Nonprofit organization |
| Headquarters | Miami Gardens, Florida |
| Leader | Javier Sanchez |
| Website | DolphinsCancerChallenge.com |
The Dolphins Cancer Challenge, also known the DCC, is a non-profit organization established by the Miami Dolphins in 2010 to fund innovative cancer research at the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.[1][2]
DCC is the largest fundraiser in the NFL and reached the historic milestone of $100 million raised during DCC XVI in 2026.[3]
History
[edit]The DCC was founded in 2010 inspired by the late Dolphins legend Jim Mandich and his battle with bile duct cancer. What started as a two-day event, the initiative has blossomed into a year-round campaign centered around the annual event day every February.[4][5]
With the support of the DCC, the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center has established groundbreaking programs in cancer epigenetics, tumor biology and cancer control.[6][7]
In 2026, DCC XVI set records with $18,000,000 raised and 8,657 participants. In doing so, the fundraiser reached over $100,000,000 raised across its lifetime.[8][9]
| Event | Date | Participants | Funds Raised |
|---|---|---|---|
| DCC I | Nov. 21 & 22, 2010 | 411 | $533,106 |
| DCC II | Nov. 5 & 6, 2011 | 1,020 | $1,070,000 |
| DCC III | Nov. 3 & 4, 2012 | 2,542 | $2,200,000 |
| DCC IV | Nov. 2 & 3, 2013 | 2,750 | $3,100,000 |
| DCC V | Feb. 7 & 8, 2015 | 2,912 | $4,650,000 |
| DCC VI | Feb. 20, 2016 | 3,466 | $5,064,381 |
| DCC VII | Feb. 11, 2017 | 3,487 | $6,000,157 |
| DCC VIII | Feb. 10, 2018 | 3,107 | $5,079,000 |
| DCC IX | April 6, 2019 | 3,191 | $5,237,879 |
| DCC 10 | Feb. 29, 2020 | 3,921 | $6,200,000 |
| DCC XI | April 10, 2021 | 3,390 | $6,300,000 |
| DCC XII | Feb. 26, 2022 | 4,484 | $8,412,556 |
| DCC XIII | Feb. 25, 2023 | 5,642 | $10,548,343 |
| DCC XIV | Feb. 22, 2024 | 6,698 | $12,001,745 |
| DCC XV | Feb. 22, 2025 | 7,398 | $15,001,884 |
| DCC XVI | Feb. 28, 2026 | 8,657 | $18,000,000 |
Rides
[edit]Each year, the DCC offers various events for participants with the distances reflecting Hall of Famers with the Miami Dolphins[11]:
– 13 Mile | Dan Marino Ride
– 39 Mile | Larry Csonka Ride
– 54 Mile | Zach Thomas Ride
– 99 Mile | Jason Taylor Ride[12]
Participants can also walk or run in a 5K around the Miami International Autodrome, or participate from afar through the virtual event.
References
[edit]- ^ "Dolphins Cancer Challenge". Retrieved July 22, 2026.
- ^ Habib, Hal. "Miami Dolphins celebrate $100 million raised at record Cancer Challenge". The Palm Beach Post. Retrieved July 30, 2026.
- ^ Mackey, Ryan. "Dolphins Cancer Challenge returns to South Florida, surpasses $100M milestone". WPLG. Retrieved July 30, 2026.
- ^ Kurtenbach, Dieter. "Dolphins honor Jim Mandich at Cycling Challenge". South Florida Sun Sentinel. Retrieved July 30, 2026.
- ^ Cote, Greg. "15 years later, Dolphins Cancer Challenge is the life-saving legacy of Jim Mandich". Miami Herald. Retrieved July 30, 2026.
- ^ "Funding Distribution". Faces of the DCC. Retrieved July 22, 2026.
- ^ Feldman, Kimberly. "Dolphins Cancer Challenge Sets Participation, Fundraising Records". Miller School of Medicine. University of Miami. Retrieved July 30, 2026.
- ^ "Dolphins Cancer Challenge Surpasses $100 Million Raised for Cancer Research and Care". MiamiDolphins.com. Retrieved July 22, 2026.
- ^ "Dolphins Cancer Challenge has surpassed $100M". The Insiders. NFL Network. Retrieved July 30, 2026.
{{cite web}}: Text "'The Insiders'" ignored (help) - ^ "16 Record Breaking Events". Faces of the DCC. Retrieved July 22, 2026.
- ^ Cohen, Howard. "Traffic alert: Expect delays in Miami, Coral Gables, Broward for Dolphins event". Miami Herald. Retrieved July 30, 2026.
- ^ "Routes". Dolphins Cancer Challenge. Retrieved July 22, 2026.
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