According to an annual ranking of nonprofits supported by donor-advised funds, St. Jude Children ranks No. 2, behind only Doctors Without Borders USA.
NEW YORK — When families thank Marlo Thomas for the medical treatment they received at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, she kindly corrects them.
“I say, ‘Well, you know, I’m not a scientist, I’m a wheelbarrow,'” the actress, producer and activist says with a smile that has been famous since her days starring in “That Girl.” “I take the wheelbarrow, put the money in it and bring it to the scientists.”
And Thomas, who serves as St. Jude’s National Outreach Director, is a really good wheelbarrow.
This year, St. Jude’s Thanks and Givingcampaign celebrates its 20th anniversary and passing the fundraising milestone of $1 billion to support the hospital’s efforts to provide free medical care to children with cancer. The drive, which kicked off earlier this month and runs through the holiday season, also raises awareness for the work …