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The foundation is an IRS registered non-profit 501(c) 3, public service charity designed for advocacy and service, created to promote change, through proactive means, in both the public and medical/dental professional sectors. At the forefront of our agenda is the firm establishment in the minds of the American public for the need to undergo an annual oral cancer screening, combined with an outreach to the dental and medical communities to provide this service as a matter of routine practice. Oral cancer takes more lives than cancers we routinely hear about, such as cervical, Hodgkin's lymphoma, skin (malignant melanoma), testicular, and many others. In the efforts to reduce the death rate from cancers in the US, the most significant progress has been made through early detection. Cervical, skin, prostate, and others that lend themselves to simple, opportunistic screenings and exams have all had their death rates reduced through programs promoting early discovery. Early discovery and diagnosis, yields better long-term outcomes, and lower morbidity to those who undergo treatments. Oral cancer is not hidden within the body in some hard to find location requiring an invasive examination, the majority of the time it is literally in plain view, right under your nose, and can be seen with the naked eye or felt with the fingers. In most cases, its early, highly survivable stages are easily detected in a 3 to 5 minute painless visual and tactile examination. Even the precancerous lesions, which can progress into malignancy, can be seen with the naked eye. An annual oral examination conducted by members of the dental and medical communities will have a definite impact on reducing the death rate associated with oral cancer. It is our mission to bring this about.

The American Bladder Cancer Society's function is to raise awareness ofbladder cancer among the general public and the medical community, toadvocate through all means available the advance of research into acure, treatment, early diagnosis and quality of life issues ofsurvivors, to support bladder cancer survivors by providing communityas well as by encouraging the concept of informed medical consumerism.

Uniting Communities to Support The Patients & Families Impacted by Pediatric Cancer

Ohio & Michigan Nancy G. Brinker promised her sister that she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. That promise is now Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the global leader of the breast cancer movement, having invested more than $2.2 billion since inception in 1982. As the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists, we’re working together to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures. Thanks to events like the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® and the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure®, and generous contributions from our partners, sponsors and fellow supporters, we have become the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world.

To raise awareness and support for Breast Cancer within the community.

Firefly Sisterhood matches women recently diagnosed with breast cancer to trained peer-mentor survivors who provide one‑to‑one emotional support, practical guidance, and ongoing community as they move through diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. Their programs focus on local, personal mentoring so no woman faces breast cancer alone.

Wellness House envisions a community where all people affected by cancer thrive. Offered at no cost, and as a complement to medical treatment, our programs educate, support and empower participants so they will improve their physical and emotional well-being.

The cancer wellness center, through psychosocial support and education, seeks to empower those affected by cancer to enhance the quality of their lives. 

Atlanta Nancy G. Brinker promised her sister that she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. That promise is now Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the global leader of the breast cancer movement, having invested more than $2.2 billion since inception in 1982. As the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists, we’re working together to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures. Thanks to events like the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® and the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure®, and generous contributions from our partners, sponsors and fellow supporters, we have become the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world.

cc-TDI runs preclinical and translational research to identify disease-specific treatments for childhood cancers and advance promising therapies into clinical trials. The institute focuses on rare and high‑risk pediatric tumors and shares data/resources to accelerate drug development so more childhood cancers become survivable.

The Cancer Association of Darke County provides local support, information, referrals and practical assistance to Darke County residents affected by cancer. They focus on patient education, help with transportation and supplies, and volunteer-driven services to reduce barriers to treatment and care.

HEADstrong Foundation supports people and families affected by cancer by providing practical quality-of-life services — including complimentary lodging (Nick’s House), financial assistance, care packages, and patient support programs — and by funding related research and awareness efforts. The organization focuses on reducing the logistical and financial burdens families face during specialized cancer care.