
Who we are

Who we are
About the foundation
For a future without disease
The Wilhelm Sander Foundation supports medical research with a clear focus on the prevention and treatment of diseases such as cancer. Since 1975, it has been providing targeted funding for innovative research projects at universities, clinics and scientific institutions in Germany and Switzerland.
About the foundation
For a future without disease
The Wilhelm Sander Foundation supports medical research with a clear focus on the prevention and treatment of diseases such as cancer. Since 1975, it has been providing targeted funding for innovative research projects at universities, clinics and scientific institutions in Germany and Switzerland.
Foundation purpose
In accordance with its statutes, the Wilhelm Sander Foundation pursues the goal of funding medical research, particularly in the fight against disease and cancer. The foundation achieves this goal by providing targeted financial support to universities, scientific institutions, hospitals and individual scientists.
Foundationpurpose
In accordance with its statutes, the Wilhelm Sander Foundation pursues the goal of funding medical research, particularly in the fight against disease and cancer. The foundation achieves this goal by providing targeted financial support to universities, scientific institutions, hospitals and individual scientists.
History
The story behindthe foundation
Its founder, Wilhelm Sander, made a mark with his fortune. Motivated by personal concern, he wanted to strengthen medical research in the long term, thereby laying the foundation for today’s foundation.



History
The story behindthe foundation
Its founder, Wilhelm Sander, made a mark with his fortune. Motivated by personal concern, he wanted to strengthen medical research in the long term, thereby laying the foundation for today’s foundation.
Our foundation values
Our values provide the foundation for our actions: they guide us in every decision and give direction and attitude to our actions – today and in the future.
Our foundation values
Our values provide the foundation for our actions: they guide us in every decision and give direction and attitude to our actions – today and in the future.
We believe in the power of medical research to improve the lives of tomorrow. That is why we support groundbreaking projects in cancer research – courageously, responsibly and with a clear focus on patients.
Our actions are characterised by diligence, integrity and a deep sense of responsibility towards society. We use our founder’s resources in a targeted and impact-oriented manner.
Our funding relationships are based on trust, fairness and transparency. We support our grantees reliably and respectfully – from the application stage to project completion.
People are at the heart of everything we do – whether they are applicants, employees, committee members or management. We are united by a common goal: to enable new approaches to cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment through excellent medical research. This conviction is what drives us – for your future.
As a foundation, we are constantly evolving. We reflect on our actions and promote exchange – both internally and externally. Because new perspectives can only emerge through dialogue.
As a team, we work on an equal level and with high quality standards. We treat each other with respect, support one another and value our different strengths.
We value honest, direct and transparent communication – within the foundation, with our partners and with the public.
We are committed to other initiatives and value alliances, such as the principles of good foundation practice.
You can download the foundation’s statutes (in German) as a PDF document here.
We believe in the power of medical research to improve the lives of tomorrow. That is why we support groundbreaking projects in cancer research – courageously, responsibly and with a clear focus on patients.
Our actions are characterised by diligence, integrity and a deep sense of responsibility towards society. We use our founder’s resources in a targeted and impact-oriented manner.
Our funding relationships are based on trust, fairness and transparency. We support our grantees reliably and respectfully – from the application stage to project completion.
People are at the heart of everything we do – whether they are applicants, employees, committee members or management. We are united by a common goal: to enable new approaches to cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment through excellent medical research. This conviction is what drives us – for your future.
As a foundation, we are constantly evolving. We reflect on our actions and promote exchange – both internally and externally. Because new perspectives can only emerge through dialogue.
As a team, we work on an equal level and with high quality standards. We treat each other with respect, support one another and value our different strengths.
We value honest, direct and transparent communication – within the foundation, with our partners and with the public.
We are committed to other initiatives and value alliances, such as the principles of good foundation practice.
You can download the foundation’s statutes (in German) as a PDF document here.
Annual Reports
Transparency isimportant to us
In our annual reports, we show what we support, how we work and what we stand for. The current report for the years 2021–2023 is available for download as an e-book and PDF (in German).
Organisation
People and networksbehind the foundation
Learn more about the foundation’s governing bodies, the foundation council and the team at the Wilhelm Sander Foundation, who work together to promote innovative medical research.


Organisation
People and networksbehind the foundation
Learn more about the foundation’s governing bodies, the foundation council and the team at the Wilhelm Sander Foundation, who work together to promote innovative medical research.

Assets
Foundation capital for a good cause
The funds of the Wilhelm Sander Foundation form the basis for its funding activities – carefully managed, invested for the long term and earmarked for specific purposes. The foundation generates the funds for supporting medical research from real estate, securities and alternative investments.

Assets
Foundation capital for a good cause
The funds of the Wilhelm Sander Foundation form the basis for its funding activities – carefully managed, invested for the long term and earmarked for specific purposes. The foundation generates the funds for supporting medical research from real estate, securities and alternative investments.
News
Stay informed
Under ‘News,’ you will find regular updates on research projects funded by the Wilhelm Sander Foundation, current funding decisions, and information on events and other developments related to our foundation’s work.
News
Stay informed
Under ‘News,’ you will find regular updates on research projects funded by the Wilhelm Sander Foundation, current funding decisions, and information on events and other developments related to our foundation’s work.
Uniklinikum Würzburg, Prof. Dr. Hermann Einsele: Internationales Symposium zum Thema Multiples Myelom
Freitag, 24. April und Samstag, 25. April 2026
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