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Facilitating communication and dissemination of knowledge among scientists and others dedicated to the cancer problem; fostering research in cancer and related biomedical sciences; encouraging presentation and discussion of new and important observations in the field; providing training and public education; and advancing the understanding of cancer etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment throughout the world.

Our mission is to create an inclusive health care system for Latinos around issues of breast and other cancers.We are working to ensure just and equitable access to the healthcare system for the Latino community around issues of cancer. We provide health education, patient navigation & advocacy, survivor support, and community participatory research

Breast Cancer Resource Centers (BCRC) of Texas is a centralized source of information, education and support that empowers those affected by breast cancer to navigate through diagnosis, treatment, recovery and beyond as active, knowledgeable participants in their healthcare. Staffed by breast cancer survivors, BCRC strives to reduce mortality rates by assisting central Texans diagnosed with breast cancer as they confront obstacles that stand in the way of their treatment or affect their quality of life. We help eliminate barriers related to insurance, employment, family relationships, inability to pay for services, and end-of-life decisions. Our certified patient navigators will work with you directly, providing practical guidance to help replace fear, anxiety and doubt with information, options and hope. Our programs include individualized patient navigation, face-to-face support group meetings, online forums, educational seminars, and special events. Whatever your circumstances, our services are provided free of charge to anyone affected by breast cancer regardless of income, ethnicity, level of education, or social support. With information that empowers, a community that understands, and help where and how its needed most, BCRC believes no one should face breast cancer alone

Our mission is to provide women and their families help, hope and healing to overcome suffering in their cancer journey.Our vision is to honor the life of Bessie Mathew by continuing to empower and support women facing cancer through various services and tools including financial, educational, health and life resources, care packages, counseling coordination, and tuition assistance.

NCAN is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit incorporated in 2004. Our Mission is to intensify awareness of Neuroendocrine Cancer in both the medical community and general public- locally and around the world. NCAN also assists patients and caregivers by providing access to important information about the disease. We provide funding for research into all types of Neuroendocrine Cancer . For the past 15 years NCAN has provided information and support to NET patients and caregivers through e-mail, our web site, and toll free phone number 866-850-9555. Phone line is open 7 days a week 9 am - 9 pm EST. NCAN has been honored with Great Nonprofits Top-Rated Award every year since 2009. NCAN was the co founder of NET Cancer Day. NCAN has produced over 63 Patient conferences since 2003

In December of 2008, Cassandra Brown, was diagnosed with this terrible disease. Although she had minor health issues, she was otherwise healthy and had no cancer-related symptoms. For more than a year, she gracefully battled on, showing her strength and being a role model to us all. Unlike many diagnosed with this disease, she was blessed with several months of happy times, leaving an everlasting footprint in the lives of those around her. In March of 2010, Cassandra’s fight was over. As a legacy to her, the Cassandra’s Cure for Cancer Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was created to raise awareness and funds to help find a cure. Over the last 8 years, our foundation has raised over $70,000 through charitable events from which all proceeds were donated to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (www.pancan.org), the largest advocacy and medical research organization focused on finding a cure for this terrible disease.

Our mission is to serve and provide resources to underserved and underinsured individuals and families. We are committed to educating and navigating them through issues surrounding Preventive Care, Pre- and Post- Breast Cancer diagnoses and all aspects of Breast Health. Our vision is an end to Breast Cancer related deaths caused by late stage Breast Cancer diagnoses.

To inspire HOPE and healing by keeping families together, when it matters the most. Along Comes Hope® is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization helping families of children with cancer. We provide support through financial assistance with travel for treatment, creative emotional support programs and advocacy to promote policy changes, awareness and education.

Sisters Network Dallas Inc, affiliate chapter of Sisters Network Incorporated, primary purpose is to increase local and national attention to the devastating impact that breast cancer has in the African-American community. This is accomplished by providing support to breast cancer survivors and their families and providing breast health awareness and educational information to communities in Dallas/Fort Worth Texas.

The National LGBT Cancer Network works to improve the lives of LGBT cancer survivors and those at risk by: EDUCATING the LGBT community about our increased cancer risks and the importance of screening and early detection; TRAINING health care providers to offer more culturally-competent, safe and welcoming care; and ADVOCATING for LGBT survivors in mainstream cancer organizations, the media and research.

The Brem Foundation maximizes women's chances of finding early, curable breast cancer through education, access, and advocacy. The Brem Foundation is an innovative breast cancer nonprofit focusing exclusively on early detection. Brem improves screening rates, health outcomes, and survival for women across the region, but particularly for at-risk women who are disproportionately impacted by obstacles to access and care.

The Children’s Grand Adventure is nonprofit organization that rewards patients of Texas Children’s Cancer Center for their successful progression from disease. These children – whose lives have been previously “put on hold,” because of the rigors of cancer treatment – experience travel, nature, education, introspection, bonding and friendship amid one of our world’s most inspiring and unforgettable settings.