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Neil Abramson

Major Gifts Officer
Neil Abramson serves as Director of Major Gifts for the Cannonball Kids’ Cancer Foundation (CKc), where he partners with donors, foundations, and community leaders to advance innovative pediatric cancer research. With more than 35 years of experience in nonprofit philanthropy, healthcare, and academic medicine, he is passionate about helping generous individuals and families make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with cancer. Neil believes the most rewarding part of his work is building lasting relationships and connecting donors with groundbreaking research that offers hope for safer, more effective treatments. He is inspired each day by the scientists, physicians, families, and supporters who are committed to changing the future of pediatric cancer. Neil and his wife have three grown children and two dogs. An avid golfer and traveler, he is also an active volunteer in the Central Florida community, serving as a Committee Chair for the Arnold Palmer Invitational, where he helps lead one of the tournament’s premier volunteer committees. He is proud to be part of the CKc team and its mission to accelerate innovative research for children fighting cancer.
There are good ships and wood ships, ships that sail the sea, but the best ships are friendships, may they always be!
Neil’s Personal Statement
Every child deserves the chance to grow up, pursue their dreams, and live a healthy life. Helping make that possible is both a privilege and a responsibility.
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