Save the tatas by supporting these local and national charities for breast cancer, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

 

 

Susan G. Komen for the Cure

Eighty-four cents of every dollar donated to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure charity goes directly to funding research, education, screening and treatment programs. The Phoenix chapter takes part in fundraising events like Race for the Cure and Clean Air Cab for Cancer (for every ride taken in a cab wrapped with the pink Komen Phoenix logo, Clean Air Cab will donate $1 to Komen). www.komenphoenix.org

 

Coalition of Blacks Against Breast Cancer

 The Coalition of Blacks Against Breast Cancer (CBBC) is the only coalition within Metro Phoenix that provides information or resources specifically for black women and men with breast cancer. Not only do they provide vital information and support for black patients, but also provide education for prevention, diagnosis and screening to those in the community. www.cbbcaz.org

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Ann Taylor and Estée Lauder have been on the list of supporters for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BDRF), and the foundation has brought in over $220 million since its conception in 1993. BCRF aids in prevention and finding a cure for this generation. www.bcrfcure.org

National Breast Cancer Coalition

Not to be confused with the National Cancer Coalition or the Coalition Against Breast Cancer, this charity is in a league all its own with most funds going straight into education, outreach, fund-raising and research. Only about five percent goes into management expenses. Now that’s a charity worth every penny. www.knowbreastcancer.org

 

 

National Breast Cancer Foundation

The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) provides access to free and low-cost mammograms for women with limited resources as well as helps to increase awareness with continuing education programs and online community support programs. www.nationalbreastcancer.org

BreastCancer.org

Breast Cancer.org began under the nationally renowned breast oncologist, Dr. Marisa Weiss, in hopes to provide women and their families with the most reliable, comprehensive, and current information about the disease. And its contact is the same name so you won’t forget. www.breastcancer.org

Breast Cancer Charities of America

Breast Cancer Charities of America (BCCA) lead the quest to provide research for non-traditional cancer prevention and treatment options.  BCCA emphasizes the link between nutrition and breast cancer and seeks to aid individuals in their process of prevention. BCCA provides direct help now to assist women and their families in emergency situations. The charity also partners with cancer treatment centers in Honduras, Guatemala and the Philippines. www.thebreastcancercharities.org