Questo post è stato aggiornato di recente il 25 luglio, 2023
Il cancro al seno rimane il cancro più comune nelle donne negli Stati Uniti, con gli esperti che lo notano quasi 13% di tutte le donne americane sperimenteranno la malattia ad un certo punto della loro vita. Infatti, the American Cancer Society estimates that in 2023, there will be close to 300,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer in the country.
With so many women at risk of the disease, you may be looking for ways to express your support, whether that’s through donating to your favorite association or wearing rubber wristbands to show solidarity. Either way, simple gestures can make a world of difference, especially for women who are battling the illness.
There are many organizations across the country that actively try to spread awareness of the disease as well as support those diagnosed with breast cancer. This guide lists 5 breast cancer associations that you should know.
1. Susan G. Komen Foundation
The Dallas-based charity was founded in 1982 by Nancy G. Brinker, who lost her sister, Susan G. Komen, to the disease. Since then, it has become the world’s largest nonprofit source of funding for the fight against breast cancer.
Unlike other breast cancer associations, the Komen Foundation attempts to fund various research on the more aggressive and deadly forms of the illness, such as metastatic breast cancer.
Third-party organizations say that the Komen Foundation is also one of the most transparent nonprofits today. All funding initiatives from donations are meticulously recorded so that donors know exactly where their money is going.
To date, the Komen Foundation has invested more than $1 billion in breast cancer research, which has resulted in over 3,000 discoveries in breast cancer care.
2. Breast Cancer Research Foundation
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation was founded in 1993 by Evelyn Lauder, the senior corporate vice president of the Estee Lauder Companies, who is also a breast cancer survivor. The charity believes that the best way to beat the illness is to understand how it first develops.
Since its inception, it has provided critical funding to support various studies on how genetics, tumor biology, and environmental and nutrition factors play a part in the disease’s manifestation.
It makes this list because it has become the world’s largest private funder of breast cancer research, contributing over $1 billion to end the disease once and for all. Studies funded by the charity have influenced every major breakthrough in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship of breast cancer.
3. Living Beyond Breast Cancer
As its name suggests, Living Beyond Breast Cancer focuses on providing support to women after completing treatment. It was founded in 1991 by Dr. Marisa C. Weiss, MD, who started the charity from her home. Oggi, it has become a trusted support group for women who have the disease or require continued support. It offers many in-person events that provide emotional and practical support.
Living Beyond Breast Cancer has helped thousands of women and caregivers have a better understanding of the disease. Further, its Breast Cancer Helpline, un' 24/7 emotional hotline, continues to receive hundreds of phone calls each year. The helpline offers support, guidance, and hope through trained volunteers.
4. Here for the Girls, Inc.
Breast cancer usually occurs in middle-aged to older women, with the median age of diagnosis being 62 Anni. This has resulted in very few organizations that focus on the unique struggles younger women with breast cancer face. Here for the Girls, Inc. addresses this lack by being a specialized support group for young women with breast cancer.
It was founded in 2011 by Mary Beth Gibson and Rene Bowditch in Virginia.
Though relatively young, the charity group has already achieved quite a lot, having already hosted three major fundraising events that have helped around 1,500 young women with individualized support. The charity mostly offers peer support groups but also hosts various workshops, educational seminars, and social engagement opportunities.
5. American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society was founded in 1913 and remains the largest charity dedicated to fighting all forms of cancer, including breast cancer. It makes this list because countless of its studies have advanced breast cancer care at all stages.
Though not as focused as the other charities on this list, the American Cancer Society has contributed to massive awareness campaigns that have significantly reduced the stigma or fear that surrounds many cancer patients.
It is also worth noting that in 2021, the charity funded more breast cancer research than any other form of cancer. The group even launched its Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, a series of fundraising walks that support several breast cancer research initiatives.
Conclusione
All these charities welcome donations in cash or in kind. You can also show your support by volunteering your time or wearing fashionable accessories that showcase your charity of choice.
Remember that it is not the amount that you give but the wealth of love and compassion you show. While breast cancer still has no cure, you can continue to spread the pink ribbon message around until then.
