The Blank family is honoring their father, David Blank, who passed away from stage 4 pancreatic cancer, by establishing the David M. Blank Foundation. The foundation focuses on funding research aimed at early detection of pancreatic cancer using artificial intelligence (AI) technology. David's son, Chad Blank, emphasized that if AI technology had been available during his father's medical scans, it could have detected the cancer earlier, potentially saving his life. Current statistics show that only 22% of pancreatic cancer patients undergo surgery due to late detection, with 85% diagnosed at advanced stages. The foundation collaborates with Dr. Fishman at Johns Hopkins University, who is developing AI methods to identify tumors earlier than traditional scans. The family is organizing a fundraising event on May 28 in Manhasset, New York, to raise awareness and funds for this cause. They aim to transform their tragic experience into a positive impact on pancreatic cancer detection, hoping to save thousands of lives annually.