Emily’s Army of HOPE is committed to follow in the (tiny, but MIGHTY) footsteps of Emily Koski, who had a vision and HOPE to change the statistics of Pancreatic Cancer diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes! Join us in bringing awareness and raising much needed funding to pancreatic cancer research and support.


A creative, compassionate and positive force, Emily inspired all those who knew her. LOVE embodied the very essence of Emily and she shared her love with everyone she met. Even during chemotherapy or other treatments, Emily always looked for someone to cheer up and/or give a bible scripture to. Anything she could do to brighten someone’s day became her daily mission. She was a sparkling rainbow of love.


Emily raised significance awareness to Pancreatic Cancer during her 18 month battle, raising thousands of dollars for PanCan! We have promised to keep that momentum of change going in her memory. 

Here’s where you come in! 

We’ve set an ambitious fundraising goal $5,000…$1,000 for each year since Emily ran home to Jesus. The more money we raise, the bigger impact we make – and would be profoundly grateful for your donation. A gift of any size will help patients and families facing a pancreatic cancer diagnosis.  

Want to help in a bigger way? We’d love for you to join our team! Just click the Register button at the top of this page to get started. Register for free, raise $50 and you’ll receive an official PanCAN PurpleStride 2025 T-shirt!

Let’s show everyone impacted by pancreatic cancer that we’re fighting for them – thank you for your support!