American Cancer Society - www.cancer.org
Here you'll find medical information, treatment decision tools, news updates, and support resources. You can also read about survivors' experiences, find hope, and inspire others.
Cancer Care - www.cancercare.org
CancerCare is a national nonprofit, 501 c(3) organization that provides free, professional support services to anyone affected by cancer: people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones, and the bereaved. CancerCare programs—including counseling and support groups, education, financial assistance and practical help—are provided by professional oncology social workers and are completely free of charge. Founded in 1944, CancerCare provided individual help to more than 100,000 people last year, in addition to the more than 1 million unique visitors to our websites. Find more detailed information about CancerCare programs, operations and finances in our annual report and financial statements.
JD Breast Cancer Foundation - www.jdbcfoundation.org
JD Breast Cancer Foundation was established in 1998 as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization designed to meet the needs of the younger woman diagnosed with breast cancer in Northeast Ohio.
The mission of the JD Breast Cancer Foundation is provide essential services to women with breast cancer by offering financial assistance, emotional support, and education to enhance survivorship.
Karen P. Nakon Foundation - www.nakonfoundation.org
The Karen P. Nakon Breast Cancer Foundation was established on February 22, 2003, Karen’s 38th birthday, to honor her graceful and courageous five-year battle against breast cancer. The primary objectives of The Foundation are to fund breast cancer research and to help families endure the staggering cost of treatment.
Rise Above It Foundation (RAI) - www.raibenefit.org
RAI is an official 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that helps in the fight against Adolescent & Young Adult (AYA) cancer. The strength in spirit of its founder, Colin O'Donoghue, guides RAI in its efforts. As a friend, teacher and coach, Colin deeply enriched the lives of others. After his cancer diagnosis, he demonstrated a true passion for the cause of beating cancer in young adults. His sincerity in helping those with cancer, and the transfer of his attitude together resulted in real opportunities for others. RAI continues this practice with the same enthusiasm and vigor Colin brought to every aspect of his life. Colin always believed that enjoying life and embracing a positive attitude were essential components of happiness. Using this principle as inspiration, RAI devises fun and positive events that raise money to accomplish its primary objective: to provide meaningful support to young cancer patients.
The Northeast Ohio Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure - www.komenohio.org
The Cleveland Komen Affiliate was established in 1994, following the first Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure®. In 1999, the Cleveland Affiliate merged with the East Ohio Affiliate to become the Komen Northeast Ohio Affiliate.
Since 1994, primarily through the Komen Northeast Ohio Race for the Cure®, the Komen Northeast Ohio Affiliate has raised $15 million to provide funding and support to Northeast Ohio agencies working to end breast cancer forever. In 2009, the Affiliate Board of Directors approved 25 grants, which fund programs that allow women from all backgrounds access to mammograms and treatment, provide breast health education and offer ongoing support to women, men, their families and friends.
While the Komen Race for the Cure® is the Affiliate’s largest fundraising event, it also sponsors other events such as Passionately Pink for the Cure® and BMW's The Ultimate Drive®.
The Gathering Place - www.touchedbycancer.org
The Gathering Place is a cancer support center offering a wide variety of free programs and services addressing the social, emotional, physical and spiritual needs of individuals with cancer and their families and friends.
We offer a safe, confidential environment where you can feel free to share your experiences and challenges. We provide access to information because we believe knowledge is power.