Blood Cancer Heroes®

The inaugural Blood Cancer Heroes^® celebration brought together patients, survivors, caregivers, advocates, and clinicians for an unforgettable evening honoring courage and compassion across the blood cancer community. The event spotlighted powerful stories from across Multiple Myeloma, MPNs/MDS, Leukemia, and Lymphoma—each one a reminder of the strength and resilience that define this community.

More than 50 essay submissions were received for this first-ever celebration, sharing journeys filled with determination, kindness, and impact. From these inspiring nominations, four outstanding individuals were selected as the 2025 Blood Cancer Heroes^®, recognized on stage for their remarkable contributions and the meaningful difference they continue to make.

The evening also featured a keynote address from Suleika Jaouad, Emmy Award–winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author, whose message of hope and reflection added a memorable and heartfelt touch to the celebration.