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The Children’s Neuroblastoma Cancer Foundation (CNCF) is a non-profit national health organization committed to finding a cure for neuroblastoma through research, education, awareness and advocacy. The premier source for neuroblastoma information and resources, CNCF initiatives educate the public about a disease dramatically lacking in awareness and funding. It serves as an advocate for families, as well as a liaison between healthcare providers and families. CNCF was created in 2000 by the family and friends of Nick Tallungan, who at 10 years old, lost his courageous battle with neuroblastoma. One brave child motivated us to make a difference – for all families affected by this disease. Today, CNCF is a global foundation representing hundreds of families. Our mission: to help fund a cure for neuroblastoma. Through the generous donations of the business community, families and friends, we create resources for families, educate the public and drive greater awareness – and funding – for neuroblastoma. We provide a forum for patients and families to share their experiences. Our national educational programs bring together clinicians, researchers and medical experts to support our mission.

Uncertainty, Pain, Helplessness, and Confusion are just a few of the feelings that devour a person who is fighting cancer. Every day brings new questions and unique challenges that shouldn’t be answered or encounter alone. Cancer treatments have made groundbreaking advancements in the past decade, but until there is a cure, each person’s fight will not seem any easier. A positive outlook is imperative part of healing. By letting Purple Plunge be a part of that support system that surrounds cancer fighters we will prove that “Community is Stronger Than Cancer.” Purple Plunge is dedicated to making each day about being with family, focusing on health, and not stressing over the day to day responsibilities that cloud the mind of those fighting cancer. Whether it is a little extra gas money, house cleaning, a date night, or some assistance with utilities, Purple Plunge will work with each cancer survivor to lighten their financial burdens. If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with cancer and are overwhelmed and don’t know where to turn reach out to Purple Plunge. Purple Plunge is YOUR community and is here to help YOU.

Since 1981, the John Wayne name has been committed by the Wayne family to groundbreaking cancer research and education in memory of their father who died of cancer. The John Wayne Cancer Institute at Saint John's Health Center is a cancer research institute dedicated to the understanding and curing of cancer in order to eliminate patient suffering worldwide. Our mission is accomplished through innovative clinical and laboratory research and the education of the next generation of surgical oncologists and scientists. In fulfilling its mission, the John Wayne Cancer Institute: * Conducts innovative research focusing on biological mechanisms to provide new understandings of the cause, diagnosis, control, and cure of cancer. * Provides training for new generations of surgical scientists who study and treat cancer. * Offers unique experimental treatment services to rapidly develop and test new forms of diagnosis and therapy in order to improve the quality of life and expected survival of those afflicted with cancer. The Institute has received worldwide acclaim for advances in melanoma (skin cancer), breast and colon cancer as well as immune therapy of cancer. Other areas of research include prostate and liver cancer. At JWCI, the close relationship between research and clinical care, combined with the multidisciplinary expertise of our specialists, produces the best science, the best medicine, and the greatest hope for our patients.

TO CREATE A COMPASSIONATE AND CULTURALLY COMPETENT NETWORK OF RESOURCES TO PROVIDE EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND SUPPORT TO UNDERSERVED WOMEN WITH BREAST HEALTH CONCERNS OR A BREAST CANCER DIAGNOSIS.

MEDICAL RESEARCH ORGANIZATION VAN ANDEL RESEARCH INSTITUTE IS AN INDEPENDENT BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH AND ENHANCING THE LIVES OF CURRENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.

Inspire pediatric patients to be children when they are struggling through treatment by delivering a Bag of Fun to every sick child whose health and happiness is both compromised and threatened. Bags of Fun Colorado Bags of Fun Kansas City Bags of Fun Omaha

Donations go to local research being conducted at OHSU's Knight Cancer Institute, hospice and children grief counseling through Providence Health services, support for children and their families provided by Candlelighter's of Oregon and women's breast cancer support through Breast Friends.