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Norcross to Donate $100 Million to Cooper University Health Care/MD Anderson Cancer Center

Source: CNBNews · Jul 28, 2026, 11:00 AM

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George E. Norcross III has pledged a transformational $100 million gift to Cooper University Health Care, in partnership with MD Anderson Cancer Center.

The donation was announced by Cooper's Board of Trustees Executive Chairman and Co-President Anthony J. Mazzarelli, MD. The gift honors Norcross's parents, George E.

Norcross Jr. and his late wife, and represents a major commitment to advancing cancer research and patient care through the collaboration between the two institutions.

This substantial contribution underscores Norcross's ongoing philanthropic support for healthcare innovation in the region.

Key points

  • George E. Norcross III pledges $100 million to Cooper University Health Care and MD Anderson Cancer Center partnership
  • The gift honors the Norcross family patriarch and matriarch, George E. Norcross Jr. and his wife
  • Cooper University Health Care Board of Trustees announced the transformational donation led by Executive Chairman Dr. Anthony J. Mazzarelli
  • The funding will support cancer research and patient care initiatives through the Cooper-MD Anderson collaboration

FAQ

Who is making the donation and why?
George E. Norcross III is donating $100 million to Cooper University Health Care and MD Anderson Cancer Center in honor of his parents, George E. Norcross Jr. and his late mother. The gift represents a major philanthropic commitment to advancing cancer care and research.
What institutions are receiving this donation?
Cooper University Health Care and MD Anderson Cancer Center are the recipients of this $100 million gift, which supports their collaborative efforts in cancer research and patient treatment.
Who announced the gift?
The donation was announced by Cooper University Health Care's Board of Trustees Executive Chairman, Co-President and Co-Chief Executive Officer Dr. Anthony J. Mazzarelli and the full Board of Trustees.

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