Advocacy Resources

http://www.cancer.net

Expertise and resources of ASCO to people living with cancer and those who care for and care about them.

http://www.cancer.net

2318 Mill Road, Suite 800 , Alexandria, VA 22314

888-282-2552

The mission of ASCO is to conquer cancer through research, education, and promotion of the highest quality patient care.

https://www.thyroid.org

6066 Leesburg Pike Suite 550, Falls Church, VA 22041

703-998-8890

The American Thyroid Association (ATA) is dedicated to transforming thyroid care through clinical excellence, education, scientific discovery and advocacy in a collaborative community.

https://www.ccalliance.org/patient-family-support/financial-assistance-programs

1025 Vermont Ave NW Suite 1066 , Washington, DC 20005

(877) 422-2030

We empower a nation of allies who work with us to provide genuine support for patients and families, caregivers, and survivors; to raise awareness of preventive measures; and inspire efforts to fund critical research. United in our fierce determination to dramatically impact the way society sees this devastating disease, we exist to end colorectal cancer in our lifetime. Through the legacy donation of Carol Green and her family, Blue Hope Financial Assistance helps families receive a potentially life-saving screening test or lessen the financial burden of treatment.

http://www.cancercare.org

505 Corder Rd , Warner Robins, GA 31088-3703

13213260929

National organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer.

https://www.championscanfoundation.org

706-631-1030

Champions Can! Foundation for Cancer Wellness, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that advocates for cancer survivorship by striving to provide services to unite, support, and educate individuals before during, and after their course of cancer treatment with the goal of promoting cancer survivorship and improving quality of life, regardless of the cancer diagnosis.

http://www.ccalliance.org

1025 Vermont Ave NW Suite 1066 , Washington, DC 20005

877-422-2030

The Colorectal Cancer Alliance's mission is to empower a nation of allies who work with us to provide support for patients and families, caregivers, and survivors; to raise awareness of preventive measures; and inspire efforts to fund critical research.

http://www.CureToday.com

2 Clarke Drive Suite 100, Cranbury, NJ 08512

800-210-2873

CURE magazine, launched in 2002 for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers, has become the largest consumer magazine in the United States focused entirely on cancer.

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/disco-discussions-of-cost/id1276616706

This app allows a patient with cancer to enter in enter basic demographic information, such as employment status and type of insurance. Then, based on that information, the app provides the patient with an individualized list of treatment cost-related questions that the patient can ask their healthcare provider.

https://drsusanloveresearch.org/

16133 Ventura Boulevard Suite 1000, Encino, CA 91436

310-828-0060

Dr. Susan Love Foundation for Breast Cancer Research challenges the status quo to end breast cancer and improve the lives of people impacted by it now through education and advocacy. The Foundation drives collaborative, cutting-edge research with nontraditional partners, brings to light the collateral damage of treatment and seeks ways to diminish it, and interprets science to empower patients.

https://fitecancerfoundation.org

235 Peachtree Street, NE. Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30303

877-672-0886

The mission of Fite Cancer Foundation is to raise funds to support cancer research, to provide economic support and education, and to advocate for individuals impacted by cancer.

https://breastofus.com

A cancer diagnosis changes everything. As a woman of color, where do you go or who do you turn to when you’re in the midst of the fight of your life? You search online for stories and images of women who’ve gone through treatment and look like you, but you find little to nothing. Maybe you scroll down your timeline on social media, hoping to see a glimmer of hope in the face of other fighters and survivors, but you still yearn for something more. That’s where “For the Breast of Us” comes in. Our mission is to empower women of color affected by breast cancer to make the rest of their lives the best of their lives through education, advocacy and community.

https://www.facingourrisk.org/

866-288-RISK (7475)

FORCE improves the lives of the millions of individuals and families facing hereditary breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate, colorectal and endometrial cancers. Our community includes people with a BRCA, ATM, PALB2, CHEK2, PTEN or other inherited gene mutation and those diagnosed with Lynch syndrome. We accomplish this through our education, support, advocacy and research efforts. We are dedicated to providing up-to-date, expert-reviewed information and resources that help people make informed medical decisions. Our strong, supportive community of peers and professionals ensures no one must face hereditary cancer alone. FORCE serves as a champion, unifying the community and advocating for awareness, access to care, and better treatment and prevention options.

http://www.gabcc.org

5456 Peachtree Blvd, Suite 432 , Chamblee, GA 30341

(404) 548-7987

The Georgia Breast Cancer Coalition Fund is a non-profit education and advocacy organization founded by breast cancer survivors. We exist to focus the attention of Georgians on the epidemic proportions of breast cancer. We work diligently to bring together individuals and organizations with a commitment to ending this devastating disease. Since 1994, GABCC has been instrumental in breast cancer education and advocacy work.

http://www.gaovariancancer.org

6065 Roswell Rd, Suite 512 , Sandy Springs, GA 30328

(404) 255-1337

an organization designed to increase awareness and educate Georgia's women and their families as well as the healthcare community about risks, symptoms, and treatment of ovarian cancer leading to earlier detection. GOCA serves the metropolitan Atlanta area with public outreach programs and fundraising events and is working to expand statewide outreach.

http://www.georgiapcc.org

(404) 448-3127

Georgia Prostate Cancer Coalition is a non-profit organization founded by representatives from various prostate cancer support groups in the Metro-Atlanta area. Georgia Prostate Cancer Coalition is a coalition partner with the National Prostate Cancer Coalition (NPCC) and a member of the National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions. The organization's mission is to increase prostate cancer awareness, advocacy and information exchange.

http://www.gasco.us

3330 Cumberland Boulevard Suite 225, Atlanta, GA 30339

(770) 951-1018

Georgia Society of Clinical Oncology (GASCO) is a nationally respected state professional society of physicians, practice administrators and affiliated healthcare professionals concerned with clinical oncology. GASCO is committed to serving the needs of oncology providers in order to ensure delivery of the highest quality of compassionate cancer care.

https://georgiawatch.org/

55 Marietta St NW , Atlanta, GA 30303

404-526-8553

Georgia Consumer Guide for Medical Bills and Debt Helps consumers understand how to read a medical bill and EOB statement, how to file an insurance denial appeal, how to negotiate a medical bill, and consumer rights regarding hospital bills and debt collection.

http://www.GISTsupport.org

12 Bomaca Drive , Doylestown, PA 18901

215- 340-9374

GIST Support International (GSI) is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that reaches out to GIST patients and their families and friends to provide education and support. GSI promotes and encourages ongoing research in the quest for a cure for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.

https://go2foundation.org/

Dedicated to saving, extending, and improving the lives of those vulnerable, at risk, and diagnosed with lung cancer.

http://www.harborofhopeinc.com/

1133 Eagles Landing Pkwy. , Stockbridge, GA 30281

harborofhopesurvivors@gmail.com

Harbor of Hope, Inc. was established in 2011. Its mission is to encourage, support (spiritually and financially), connect with, and minister to women (and their families) with breast cancer. Through fellowship our goal is to spread hope, faith, and love throughout the cancer journey. We also provide a secure environment for cancer survivors, their caregivers, and families. Harbor of Hope Inc. focuses their resources in Southside Atlanta and the surroundings counties.

https://www.hhcga.org/

Here at Hispanic Health Coalition of Georgia, we’re committed to investing our expertise and resources in order to further achieve our cause. For 32+ years, we’ve been supporting our community members in a variety of ways and measuring our success not by monetary size, but by more qualitative measurements such as the scale and effectiveness of our efforts.

http://www.sgacancer.org/

2332 Lake Park Drive , Albany, GA 31707

229-352-9100

Horizons Community Solutions coordinates, facilitates and supports cancer control efforts throughout the region to ensure southwest Georgians have access to the highest quality cancer education, prevention, screening, treatment and research.

https://www.imaginaryfriendsociety.com/home

The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation is the world's largest nonprofit dedicated to families facing a child’s brain tumor diagnosis. In addition to funding cures for the more than 100 types of childhood brain tumors, we offer family support programs and resources to equip, educate and empower families.

http://www.impactmelanoma.org

490 Virginia Road , Concord, MA 1742

800-557-6352

IMPACT Melanoma provides education, prevention, and support for the most serious form of skin cancer. We are a national non-profit organization dedicated to working to reduce the incidence of melanoma. Committed to skin cancer prevention and early detection, we provide a variety of award-winning programs which aim to raise awareness and educate the public about skin cancer, as well as support services for those struggling with the disease and caregivers.

http://www.myeloma.org

12650 Riverside Drive, Suite 206 , North Hollywood, CA 91607

818-487-7455

The IMF is dedicated to improving the quality of life of myeloma patients while working toward prevention and a cure through our four founding principles: Research, Education, Support, and Advocacy.

http://www.itsthejourney.org

40 Technology Parkway South Suite 200, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092-2906

404-531-4111

It's The Journey's mission is to engage with Georgia's breast cancer community to increase access to care and reduce disparities in cancer outcome. It's The Journey provides grants to breast health and breast cancer programs throughout the state of Georgia.

http://www.kidneycancer.org

9450 SW Gemini Drive #38269 , Beaverton, OR 97008

800-850-9132

The KCA promotes scientific advances through two annual research symposia and a robust grant program, participates in legislative advocacy, and seeks to be a source of education and resources for patients, caregivers, and anyone impacted by kidney cancer.

https://www.kidneycancer.org

9450 SW Gemini Drive #38269, Beaverton, OR 97008-71

1-800-850-9132

Dedicated to serving caregivers and patience with kidney cancer around the world through research, education, and advocacy.

http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org

Health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and patient services

https://www.lls.org/georgia

2859 Paces Ferry Road SE Suite 725, Atlanta, GA 30339

404-720-7900; 770- 438-6006

is an organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research, education and patient services. The Georgia Chapter serves residents who have been touched by one of the blood cancers: leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma.

https://www.lbbc.org

40 Monument Road, Suite 104 , Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

855-807-6386

The mission of Living Beyond Breast Cancer is to connect people with trusted breast cancer information and a community of support.

http://www.lungcanceralliance.org/

800-298-2436

Founded by patients and survivors, GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer, transforms survivorship as the world’s leading organization dedicated to saving, extending, and improving the lives of those vulnerable, at risk, and diagnosed with lung cancer. We work to change the reality of living with lung cancer by ending stigma, increasing public and private research funding, and ensuring access to care.

https://www.lungevity.org

228 S. Wabash, Suite 700 , Chicago, IL 60604

312-407-6100

LUNGevity is changing outcomes for people with lung cancer through research, education, and support. We are dedicated to funding scientific research because the link between research spending and improved survival is clear. Our strategic investment in both early detection and therapeutics will help people live better with lung cancer and dramatically improve on the current 19% five-year survival rate. LUNGevity initiatives position us as thought leaders in the lung cancer advocacy community, providing programs and driving change for those with lung cancer today and in the future. While we fund primary research, we also conduct patient-focused research to better understand their unmet needs and convene multi-stakeholder meetings to streamline the research process and accelerate progress to patients. LUNGevity seeks to empower patients to be active decision makers in their treatment process through our extensive educational resources, online peer-to-peer support, and in-person s

http://www.lymphoma.org

88 Pine Street, Suite 2400 , New York, NY 10005

212-349-2910

The Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) offers a wide range of support services, educational programs and free publications for people with lymphoma and their loved ones.  Whether you are newly diagnosed, want detailed information about lymphoma, are looking for ongoing support, or seeking help with long-term survivorship, LRF is here to help.

https://www.teammaggiesdream.org/who_we_are

Team Maggie's Dream purpose is to provide financial assistance to young women and men for the purpose of preserving eggs and sperm. If you are interested in applying for a financial grant to help subsidize the cost of egg or sperm preservation

http://www.mirg.org

888-708-5660

We’re a small team of healthcare professionals, patient advocates, and communication specialists who have one goal: to lead the way in supporting and encouraging mesothelioma patients and their families.

https://www.mesothelioma.com/

35 Thorpe Avenue Suite 101, Wallingford, CT 06492

1-800-336-0086

Since 1996, Mesothelioma.com has been dedicated to providing the latest medical information on mesothelioma, spreading awareness about the dangers of asbestos exposure and helping victims connect with legal resources.

http://www.multiplemyeloma.org

383 Main Avenue, 5th Floor , Norwalk, CT 06851

203-229-0464

The mission of MMRF is to find a cure for all multiple myeloma patients by relentlessly pursuing innovations that accelerate the development of precision treatments for cancer.

https://mystylematters.org/

804-400-6082

My Style Matters is a 501c3 non-profit organization based out of Atlanta, GA, that is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals who are disproportionately affected by breast cancer. through education, resources, support, and health living experiences.

http://www.naspcc.org/

1999 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1100 , Los Angeles, CA 90067

877-627-7228

NASPCC is a nation-wide organization comprised of state PCa coalitions dedicated to saving men’s lives and enhancing the quality of life of prostate cancer patients and their families, through awareness and education and the development of a public policy network.

http://www.naspcc.org/

SAve men’s lives and enhancing the quality of life of prostate cancer patients and their families

https://braintumor.org

55 Chapel St., Suite 200 , Newton, MA 02458

617-924-9997

National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS) unrelentingly invests in, mobilizes, and unites our community to discover a cure, deliver effective treatments, and advocate for patients and care partners.

http://www.breastcancerdeadline2020.org/?referrer=https://www.google.com/

1010 Vermont Avenue, NW, Suite 900 , Washington, DC 20005

800-622-2838

The NBCC conducts lobbying and educational efforts, NBCC is composed of two organizational arms, the National Breast Cancer Coalition, which lobbies Congress for improved public policies, and the National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund, which supports the Coalition's education programs.*

http://www.cancer.gov

National Cancer Institute's comprehensive information about cancer prevention and screening, diagnosis and treatment, research across the cancer spectrum, clinical trials, and news

http://www.canceradvocacy.org

8455 Colesville Road Suite 930 , Silver Spring, MD 20910

877-NCCS-YES

NCCS’ mission is to advocate for quality cancer care for all people touched by cancer.  Founded by and for cancer survivors, NCCS created the widely accepted definition of survivorship and defines someone as a cancer survivor from the time of diagnosis and for the balance of life.

https://www.nccn.org/patients

3025 Chemical Road, Suite 100 , Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

215-690-0300

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is a not-for-profit alliance of 30 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. NCCN is dedicated to improving and facilitating quality, effective, efficient, and accessible cancer care so patients can live better lives.

https://www.ncoa.org/

251 18th Street South Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22202

571-527-3900

We’re a respected national leader and trusted partner to help people aged 60+ meet the challenges of aging. We partner with nonprofit organizations, government, and business to provide innovative community programs and services, online help, and advocacy.

http://www.ovarian.org

12221 Merit Drive, Suite 1950 , Dallas, TX 75251

888-OVARIAN

The mission of the NOCC is to save lives by fighting tirelessly to prevent and cure ovarian cancer and to improve the quality of life for Survivors.

http://www.npaf.org

1100 H St NW , Washington, DC 20005

202-465-5013

National Patient Advocate Foundation brings patient voices to health system delivery reform. We develop and drive initiatives promoting equitable access to affordable quality health care through policy action and public and private partnerships. Our primary objective is to prioritize the patient voice in health system delivery reform to achieve person-centered care.