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Media contact: Amy Fletcher Faircloth (720) 460-0276 Email Amy Press release: Tuchman Family Foundation Supports Vital Urologic Cancer Research at Northwestern Medicine Denver, CO – In support of groundbreaking urologic cancer research and patient care by Northwestern Medicine, the Tuchman Family Foundation has pledged $118,000 to a unique cycling fundraiser by its chief urologist. On July 12, Edward “Ted” Schaeffer, MD, PhD, rode in Colorado’s Triple Bypass, a premier cycling event known for its grueling 118-mile route across three Rocky Mountain passes, with more than 10,000 feet of elevation gain. As an avid cyclist, Dr. Schaeffer tackled this course to raise funds for the Polsky Urologic Cancer Institute of Northwestern Medicine, where he is chief of urology and a globally recognized leader in prostate cancer research. To support his mission, the Tuchman Family Foundation pledged $1,000 for every mile he rode. “Urologic cancers affect hundreds of thousands of people each year,” said Kenneth Tuchman, co-founder of the Tuchman Family Foundation. “Ted’s Triple Bypass ride is more than a personal feat; it’s a symbol of what it takes to drive breakthroughs against life-altering disease. When we learned about his ride, we were eager to support his mission and the Polsky Institute’s critical research and treatments.” Urologic cancers include bladder, kidney, prostate and testicular cancers and make up 25% of new cancer diagnoses in the U.S. Dr. Schaeffer and his team aim to give patients the best chance of surviving these diseases. Recent discoveries have included identifying compounds that block the “undruggable” cancer protein—MYC oncogene—that hinders treatment response in prostate cancer. The team also led the first clinical trial showing that combining immunotherapy with chemotherapy can improve survival rates in advanced bladder cancer patients. How to add your support With Dr. Schaeffer’s fundraising ride complete, donations to further support urologic cancer research and patient care can be made through the Northwestern Memorial Foundation at foundation.nm.org About the Tuchman Family Foundation Based in Colorado, the Tuchman Family Foundation embodies the entrepreneurial spirit of its founders, Kenneth and Debra Tuchman, in its efforts to help people build safe, healthy and productive lives. The foundation is committed to advancing K-12 education innovation, breakthrough medical research, positive social change, community well-being and environmental sustainability.

The Tuchman Family Foundation and the Anxious Generation offer tools to help schools create phone-free environments.

Gift to the Anxious Generation Project will support education, research and tools to address the mental health harm of screen time on children and adolescents.

Media contact: Amy Fletcher Faircloth (720) 460-0276 Email Amy Press release: Tuchman Family Foundation Donates ‘Supplies for Success’ to enhance learning for 1,200 students in Pueblo Underserved students at six Pueblos schools receive essential school supplies Denver, CO – This month, the Tuchman Family Foundation provided a grant to purchase essential school supplies for 1,200 students in six elementary and K-8 schools in Pueblo, Colorado. Students from low-income households often struggle to access essential school supplies, which can create a significant disparity in educational opportunities. Without needed supplies, students may struggle to complete assignments, participate in class activities and ultimately maximize their academic success. The donation supports the following Pueblo School District 60 schools: Fountain International, Corwin International, Nettie S. Freed Expeditionary, Goodnight, Haaff, and Sunset Park. Although these schools have students coming from low-income households, they fall below eligibility levels for supplemental federal funding. The schools requested items like glue sticks, markers and crayons, notebooks, folders, scissors, lunch boxes, writing instruments and disinfecting wipes. “All students should have the tools they need to succeed,” said Debra Tuchman, co-founder of the Tuchman Family Foundation. “Our ‘Supplies for Success’ initiative is about listening to educators and providing the supplies needed to remove barriers to learning and help create a more equitable learning environment.” Each academic year, the Tuchman Family Foundation partners with schools that lack sufficient traditional support to cover some of the most basic supplies. In many cases, teachers have had to use their own limited personal funds to equip their classrooms. “All of our schools have needs,” said D60 Assistant Superintendent Ted Johnson. “We appreciate that the Tuchman Family Foundation recognized this fact and responded with a substantial and generous donation.” About the Tuchman Family Foundation Based in Colorado, the Tuchman Family Foundation embodies the entrepreneurial spirit of its founders, Kenneth and Debra Tuchman, in its efforts to help people build safe, healthy and productive lives. The foundation is committed to advancing K-12 education innovation, breakthrough medical research, positive social change, community well-being and environmental sustainability.

The Tuchman Family Foundation and Comcast delivered more than 1,000 literacy kits for new arrival students at three elementary schools in Denver, helping educators meet children’s needs during this year’s unprecedented influx of new arrivals.