Who They Are:

They are the world's largest and most progressive grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists.

The power of a promise
Susan G. Komen for the Cure was founded on a promise between two sisters.
They are a cause without borders.


Their people
As the face and voice of the global breast cancer movement, they have local Affiliates in 125 cities and communities, and advocates at the local, state and federal level.





What They Do:

They are dedicated to curing breast cancer at every stage - from the causes to the cures, to the pain and anxiety of every moment in between.

Serving people, saving lives
Energizing science: we have supported every advance in breast cancer research over the past 25 years.

Empowering people, ensuring quality care for all: Komen for the Cure provides community grants for breast health and treatment.

Engaging millions in events like Komen Race for the Cure in thousands of local communities.




How They Help Us:

Learn the latest on diagnosis and treatment, risk factors and screening and more.


Breast cancer, breast health
About Breast Cancer includes information and tools for patients, survivors and co-survivors, including:

The ABCs of breast cancer
Support
After treatment
Breast self-exam


Think you're alone? Visit their message boards.
Need to talk? Call their Helpline.