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Updated: Wednesday, 07 Dec 2011, 5:52 PM EST
Published : Wednesday, 07 Dec 2011, 5:52 PM EST

Luke Smith
Posted by: Eli George

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) - A big fundraiser for cancer research is brewing at Dunkin Donuts.

The coffee-chain is launching its "Cups for Roswell" program. The first 1,000 western New Yorkers who make a $150 donation to Roswell Park Cancer Institute will receive coffee for a year. Money raised will support the hospital's new clinical sciences center.

Dr. Roberto Pili, a professor of oncology, said, "Having this opportunity to expand our center would be vital to offer more services to our patients."

Participants will receive a book of daily coffee vouchers at Dunkin Donuts. The campaign is expected to bring in $150,000 for Roswell.