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The mission of the Foundation is to provide research funding that aims to find the cause and the cure for aggressive brain tumors found in children and those similar tumors found in adults. In addition to research, the Foundation will support the care and comfort of those children inflicted with life-threatening illness, including but not limited to hospice-type services designed to fit the needs of pediatric patients and their families. The Foundation will also contribute to other programs that honor JR Schoen’s memory and enrich the lives of children and their families.

Established in 1998, The Eye Cancer Foundation is an educational and supportive resource for eye cancer patients, their families, and physicians. Our mission is two-fold: one part focused on multi-center research of new diagnostic treatments for eye cancer research, the other focused on providing much needed, world-wide patient support services. Our mission is to create a world-class resource for patients and their families diagnosed with ocular tumors, radiation macular degeneration, and related ophthalmic conditions. We want to help you, your children and families around the world. ECF Specific Goals: 1) Find cures for patients with ocular tumors and related eye diseases. 2) Provide eye cancer specialists for unserved and underserved countries. 3) Coordinate international cooperative evaluations of new methods of diagnosis and treatment. 4) Support family and patient support programs to ease emotional stress and real-life adjustment issues related to eye cancer. 5) Promote transparency related to doctors and patient outcomes. 6) Promote quality assurance and education for eye cancer specialiatly centers. 7) Empower patients to find the resources to improve their lives.

The Society of Gynecologic Oncology’s (SGO) Foundation for Women’s Cancer is dedicated to increasing public awareness of gynecologic cancer risk awareness, prevention, early detection and optimal treatment. Founded by SGO in 1991, the Foundation for Women’s Cancer is a nonprofit organization that also provides funding for gynecologic cancer research and training, as well as educational programs and resources.

The Myelodysplastic Syndromes Foundation was established by an international group of physicians and researchers to provide an ongoing exchange of information relating to MDS. Until the Foundation was set up, no formal working group had been devoted to MDS. Since its inception, we have conducted 14 international symposia. A major Foundation effort is our international information network. This network provides patients with referrals to Centers of Excellence, contact names for available clinical trials, sharing of new research and treatment options between physicians, and extension of educational support to physicians, nurses, pharmacists and patients.

The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation works to eliminate the challenges of childhood brain tumors. Our vision is a cure for childhood brain tumors.

The Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation is dedicated to changing the future of cancer by funding advanced, innovative research that treats the cancer while sparing the patient.

The Zaching Against Cancer Foundation (ZACF) improves the quality of life for cancer patients and their caregivers by providing support through direct patient services and programs, scholarships and grants. We envision a world where cancer patients and their caregivers have all the support they need. VALUES: • Strength – We promote strength to those affected by cancer and their caregivers. • Courage - We value the courage and drive of those affected with cancer, and recognize and support that such spirit requires a unique strength of character. • Determination – We admire and encourage the determination of those we work with and on behalf of every day. • Hope – We promote hope for a bright, long, healthy future for all those battling this disease.

Founded in 1991, the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation is committed to the eradication of breast cancer through education of and advocacy for all Virginians affected by breast cancer. Educate. Advocate. Eradicate.

The mission of the Mark Harrison Cancer Foundation is to provide financial assistance to cancer patients and families in their daily struggles throughout the cancer journey. We are a 501(c)3 organization.

The mission of the Chance for Hope Foundation is to provide support services for children with cancer and their families, funding for pediatric cancer research and treatment, and educational resources to the general public regarding pediatric cancer.

Since our founding in 1979, The Skin Cancer Foundation has saved and improved lives. We empower people to take a proactive approach to daily sun protection and the early detection and treatment of skin cancer.

The mission of the Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation is to support children battling cancer by funding programs that improve patients’ quality of life, treatment programs that increase survivorship and pediatric medical research dedicated to finding a cure.