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17 Strong grants Victory Trips to young adults ages 18 to 40 who have battled life-threatening illnesses like cancer. The organization provides vacations and experiences designed to celebrate victory over disease with a loved one and fulfill lifelong dreams for survivors who are often forgotten by other wish-fulfillment organizations that stop at age 18.
Free live small-group virtual exercise classes led by certified Cancer Exercise Specialists, for women with any cancer including metastatic disease.
Free one-on-one phone mentoring that pairs patients and caregivers with trained volunteers who have been there.
A Voice for Hope provides education to healthcare workers and the public about the importance of early detection of mouth and throat cancer. The organization conducts free head and neck cancer screenings and has screened thousands of individuals at various events throughout the United States.
The American Cancer Society's advocacy affiliate, fighting for laws and policies that help cancer patients and families.
Provides education, community support, and research funding for kidney cancer.
The organization provides support and resources for patients diagnosed with Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma and their families. They offer educational materials, community connections through online support groups, and guidance throughout the patient journey from diagnosis to treatment options.
Adventist Health operates a Brain Tumor Support Group that provides a welcoming space for individuals and their families facing primary brain tumors or brain metastases. The organization offers a community where participants can share experiences, find comfort, and connect with others who understand their journey.
Provides patient education, support resources, and melanoma research support.
A central listing of free volunteer air transport groups serving patients nationwide.
Volunteer pilots providing free air transportation to distant medical care.
Provides travel funding, family support programs, research funding, and clinical trial support for childhood cancer families.
A nationwide directory of summer camps for children with cancer and their families, maintained by Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
Advocacy and education for families affected by Lynch syndrome and hereditary colorectal cancer.
Provides free skin cancer screenings, education, and access to dermatology specialists.
Provides specialist access and oral medicine expertise.
The world's largest professional organization dedicated to preventing and curing cancer through research.
Provides care consultants, support groups, education, and patient and caregiver resources nationwide.
Provides helpline support, rides to treatment, Hope Lodge lodging, support groups, education, financial guidance, survivorship resources, and advocacy for all cancers.
The ACS catalog of low-cost wigs, hats, and mastectomy products designed for people in treatment.
The American Cancer Society has programs and services to help you manage cancer treatment and recovery and find the emotional support you need. And best of all, our help is free. Find programs and services in California.
Provides family support resources, education, and advocacy for childhood cancer.
The American Head and Neck Society is a professional medical organization dedicated to advancing the science and ethics of head and neck oncology. The organization focuses on education, research, and professional development for healthcare providers who treat patients with head and neck cancers.
Provides treatment standards and a physician network for expert head and neck cancer care.
Research and education on how diet, weight, and activity affect cancer risk and survivorship.
Provides liver-related support, education, helpline access, and navigation resources.
Provides education, Better Breathers support groups, prevention resources, and screening awareness.
The American Melanoma Foundation supports melanoma patients through education, advocacy, and patient support groups. The organization funds research for new melanoma treatments and provides awareness programs to help patients navigate the unique challenges of this disease.
Provides HPV education, prevention information, screening guidance, and cervical cancer-related resources.
Provides patient education, expert resources, and access to thyroid specialists.
Angel Flight West provides free medical transportation through volunteer pilots for people in need of medical care, including cancer patients who face transportation barriers to accessing healthcare. The organization arranges donated flights across the Western United States and also provides ground transportation through volunteer drivers called Earth Angels.
The Anthony Aric Arroyo Memorial Fund supports research for Fanconi Anemia, a rare inherited condition that significantly increases cancer risk. The organization provides financial assistance to families with terminally ill children at Valley Children's Hospital and offers scholarships in memory of Anthony Arroyo.
Anticancer Lifestyle provides educational resources and lifestyle guidance to help individuals reduce their risk of cancer, cancer recurrence, and chronic illness. The organization offers programs focused on diet, fitness, mindset, and environmental factors that support healthy choices for cancer prevention and wellness.
Provides education, support, community, and conferences for rare blood cancers and disorders.
Art for Life Foundation provides healing arts programming to help children, including partnerships with hospitals to deliver on-site creative programming. The organization focuses on making a creative difference in the lives of children through various art programs and therapeutic activities.
The Art of Life Cancer Foundation Club volunteers at Art of Life events and works with the Art of Life Cancer Foundation to provide a network of support and programs for cancer survivors and those impacted by cancer through creative initiatives. The organization focuses on supporting cancer patients and their families through various volunteer activities and supportive programming.
The Asian American Cancer Support Network provides educational and supportive resources for Asian Americans affected by cancer. The organization offers emotional support for those coping with cancer, as well as for their families and friends, and welcomes everyone to use their services and resources.
The Asian Liver Center conducts research and provides education and outreach programs to address hepatitis B and liver cancer, with a focus on serving the Asian community. The organization works on multiple levels to promote awareness, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment through collaborative partnerships and advocacy efforts.
Atlantis Physical and Occupational Therapy provides specialized rehabilitation services including head and neck cancer rehabilitation programs. The organization offers comprehensive physical and occupational therapy services to help cancer patients recover and regain function following treatment.
Avila's Cancer Fund creates a community where every cancer patient feels supported, informed, and empowered to navigate the challenges of their illness with dignity and hope. The organization provides financial assistance and community support services to help cancer patients and their families.
B-present foundation supports young adults with cancer by providing programs and resources that strengthen connections between patients and their support communities. The organization focuses on addressing isolation and improving quality of life for adolescents and young adults facing cancer through research-informed initiatives and support tools.
The first center devoted to BRCA-related cancers, with research, education, and patient resources.
The Bay Area Association of Kidney Patients provides support services for kidney patients through monthly support groups, educational presentations, and newsletters. The organization offers resources covering various aspects of kidney health including nutrition, transplant information, and connections to other patients sharing similar journeys.
Bay Area Cancer Connections supports anyone affected by breast or ovarian cancer with personalized services that inform and empower. The organization offers a comprehensive resource center with free support programs including buddy programs, pro-bono counseling, medical research services, and a wig boutique. They provide over 50 free events and programs monthly to support cancer patients, caregivers, and their families.
Baykids Studios brings filmmaking programs to hospitalized children with serious illnesses to improve their morale, self-confidence, and sense of hope. The organization provides cinematic arts experiences where kids develop stories, write scripts, create props, learn animation, and direct films with the help of clinically trained professional filmmakers.
Provides marrow donor registry services, patient navigation, and financial grants for transplant patients.
Beauty Bus uplifts cancer patients and caregivers through the restorative power of beauty and human connection, delivering confidence, comfort, and care. The organization provides beauty services and support to help patients feel better during their treatment journey.
Over 900,000 overnight accommodations provided to families of critically ill children from every state. Hospital housing near Johns Hopkins continues through an interim Residence Inn partnership while a new facility is built, alongside free respite houses in Maryland, Delaware, and North Carolina.
The Beloved Foundation provides financial assistance, care kits, and resource connections to families affected by terminal cancer in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. The organization helps ease financial burdens by assisting with rent, mortgage, utilities, and groceries while also offering comfort items and connecting families to community resources.
The Better Life Foundation of California focuses on improving the lives of those affected with blood cancers by funding research and educational programs. The organization serves as a primary benefactor of the Tuscano Research Fund at UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center and has donated more than $530,000 to help fund blood cancer research programs since 2013.
Provides nationwide support groups, survivor matching, a bladder cancer helpline, education, webinars, research funding, and advocacy.
The BCAN San Diego Chapter was formed by a group of people personally affected by bladder cancer. We increase public awareness and provide education and support through the distribution of educational literature, enlisting guest speakers at our bi-annual support group, visiting physicians and medical facilities, attending at community health fairs, and organization of our local BCAN Walk to End Bladder Cancer.
Provides financial assistance, patient navigation, support groups, education, and clinical trial navigation across blood cancers.
We are Blood Cancer United, and we believe everyone with blood cancer deserves a longer, better life. That's why we are on a mission to cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of all patients and their families. How? We fund life-saving blood cancer research around the world, provide free information and support services for patients and their families, and are the voice for those seeking access to quality, affordable, coordinated care.
We are Blood Cancer United, and we believe everyone with blood cancer deserves a longer, better life. That's why we are on a mission to cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of all patients and their families. How? We fund life-saving blood cancer research around the world, provide free information and support services for patients and their families, and are the voice for those seeking access to quality, affordable, coordinated care.
We are Blood Cancer United, and we believe everyone with blood cancer deserves a longer, better life. That's why we are on a mission to cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of all patients and their families. How? We fund life-saving blood cancer research around the world, provide free information and support services for patients and their families, and are the voice for those seeking access to quality, affordable, coordinated care.
Provides liver cancer support, education, awareness, and outreach.
Boarding For Breast Cancer supports young people through education on early detection and promotes healthy, active lifestyles as breast cancer prevention. The organization provides survivor support programs tailored to enhance the wellness and long-term survivorship path for younger breast cancer survivors.
Offers personalized navigation, support, and resources for brain tumor patients.
Bras For A Cause raises funds to eradicate breast cancer by educating about the importance of early detection and prevention. The organization works to support breast cancer awareness through educational initiatives and community outreach programs.