Action News 5: Shadyac’s ALSAC era launched St. Jude to unprecedented heights, including space
In his final days as CEO of ALSAC, Rick Shadyac sat down to reflect on a career marked by bold partnerships, record-breaking generosity, and a relentless drive to advance St. Jude’s mission. One standout moment: the Inspiration4 spaceflight, a history-making collaboration with tech entrepreneur Jared Isaacman that raised over $250 million for St. Jude—including a lottery seat on the world’s first all-civilian space mission. Their partnership extended beyond orbit, reaching satellite clinics in the Philippines, where Isaacman personally enabled life-saving care with tech and philanthropy. As ALSAC closes the fiscal year with an expected $2.7 billion in donations, Shadyac’s leadership leaves an indelible mark on the world of purpose-driven fundraising.
