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At Susan G. Komen, our mission to end breast cancer is at the heart of everything we do. We’re excited to invite you to join us at upcoming events designed to bring you closer to the work we’re doing every day to make a difference, so you can see your impact firsthand. Whether it’s groundbreaking […]
During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, communities across the country find creative ways to fundraise and support the fight against breast cancer. This October, community partners are transforming familiar experiences into meaningful opportunities to make a difference, from adding loved ones’ names to a NASCAR race car to working out for a cause and creating ornaments for a holiday tree.
When we plant, there is hope. When seedlings grow, there is life.
With a mission to elevate the diverse voices and perspectives of the metastatic breast cancer (MBC) community, Susan G. Komen® has launched a new MBC Steering Committee.
This International Women’s Day, the theme “Give to Gain” reminds us that progress does not happen in isolation. It happens when we show up for one another. It happens when we invest in women’s health, amplify women’s stories and stand alongside every woman who is navigating their own experience with breast cancer. Giving is not […]
*This blog was written by Kristina B. and published by Shannon W. Research shows there are many risk factors for breast cancer. These risk factors can be related to biology, lifestyle, genetics and more. While being born female and getting older both increase your risk for breast cancer, other factors may reduce your risk. Adding […]
Worldwide, breast cancer is still the most common cancer in women and the leading cause of cancer death among women. Your support helps ensure breast cancer patients have access to the resources they need – including research, care, advocacy and community.
About every 12 minutes, a woman in the U.S. will lose her life to breast cancer. When you make a gift to Susan G. Komen this December, it will be matched generously by our Board of Directors*. Your support helps ensure breast cancer patients have access to the resources they need – including research, care, […]
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that about 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer? Together, we can end breast cancer.
The 2025 Komen Health Equity Revolution (H.E.R.) Summit Breast cancer outcomes should never depend on a ZIP code, a line on a form or the language spoken at home. This conviction powered Susan G. Komen’s 2025 H.E.R. Summit, a virtual gathering of patient navigators, clinicians, community advocates and public health leaders committed to turning equity from aspiration […]
Breast cancer volunteer opportunities at Komen come in many forms, but volunteer leadership roles give supporters a unique chance to make a lasting impact in their community while advancing Komen’s mission to end breast cancer.
Women Who Inspire Change Every March, International Women’s Day is an opportunity to recognize the resilience, dedication and impact of women around the world. At Susan G. Komen, we are inspired by women every day — women who drive progress in the breast cancer space as survivors, caregivers, doctors, researchers and advocates. These women, through […]
