Northern California
Our mission is to save lives by meeting the most critical needs of our communities and investing in breakthrough research to prevent and cure breast cancer.
Northern California
Our mission is to save lives by meeting the most critical needs of our communities and investing in breakthrough research to prevent and cure breast cancer.
Get Involved
Help us reach our vision of a world without breast cancer by getting involved in our local community.
Bay Area MORE THAN PINK Walk
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Join us at our NEW location, China Basin Park!
Breast Cancer Moments
Sharing our stories helps us draw strength from one another. We invite you to share your own story to inspire, comfort, and support others.
We want to hear your story!
Join Us During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
BODIES – The Science Within | Sacramento
October 2 – November 29 | Sacramento Memorial Auditorium
Explore the human body through real, carefully preserved specimens at BODIES – The Science Within, making its only California stop in Sacramento. $1 from every ticket sold will benefit participating local nonprofits, including Susan G. Komen. Use code KOMEN26 at checkout to receive 20% off your tickets. Learn more
Jack Anthony’s 7 Flags Car Wash
Get your car cleaned while helping support Komen! Throughout their Breast Cancer Awareness Month campaign, Jack Anthony’s 7 Flags Car Wash will donate:
- $1 for every Platinum Wash purchased
- $1 for every Full Serve Wash purchased
- $1 for every Fast Pass sale
- Plus, they’ll match customer donations up to $1,000!
Learn more
San Jose Firefighters, IAFF Local 230
San Jose Firefighters Local 230 is once again supporting the fight against breast cancer with its annual Breast Cancer Awareness shirts. Shirts are $25, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Susan G. Komen Northern California.
Purchase a department-approved shirt through the San Jose Fire Fighters Union Store or participating San Jose businesses throughout the month. Learn more
Fieldwork Brewing | Bay Area MORE THAN PINK Walk
Saturday, November 7 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Keep the celebration going after the Bay Area MORE THAN PINK Walk! Fieldwork China Basin and Fieldwork Mission Rock are supporting our after-Walk festivities, with 20% of proceeds from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. supporting Susan G. Komen’s vision of a world without breast cancer.
Join us first at China Basin Park at 9 a.m. for the Bay Area MORE THAN PINK Walk, then continue the day with Fieldwork! Learn more
COME SEE KOMEN IN THE COMMUNITY
Touro University California Breast Cancer Awareness Event
Wednesday, October 14 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Touro University California | 1310 Club Drive, Vallejo | Learn more
Tri-Valley Breast Cancer Symposium: Thriving, Not Just Surviving
Wednesday, October 14 | 5:30–8 p.m.
Rosewood Commons Conference Center | 4400 Rosewood Drive, Pleasanton | Learn more
14th Annual District 10 Health Fest: Bayview in Motion
Saturday, October 17 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Southeast Community Center | 1550 Evans Avenue, San Francisco | Learn more
Partner with Us
Support Susan G. Komen’s mission by joining local businesses, organizations, and community partners raising critical funds in support of Komen’s vision for a world without breast cancer.
Thank You to Our Local Partners
Whether you hosted a fundraiser, supported us during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, or found other meaningful ways to stand with our community, your commitment in 2025 helped drive our mission forward. Thank you for being part of this important work.
Partner With Us Year-Round
Looking for ways to get involved throughout the year? There are many opportunities to support our mission and make a lasting impact in your community.
Ways to Partner:
- Go Pink for the Cure: Help student teams or clubs host a fundraiser; we’ll guide you every step.
- Employee Engagement: Offer educational resources, sponsorships, and volunteer experiences for your team.
- Educate + Empower: Share breast health resources to raise awareness, support early detection, and help others through a diagnosis.
- Worship in Pink: Open to all faiths; empower faith communities as breast health advocates and become a volunteer Ambassador.
Connect with your local Komen staff to learn about current programs and explore
Cakes for the Cure
October 1-31
Susie Cakes is partnering with Susan G. Komen October 1-31, 2026, by donating $1 for every Susie’s Vanilla Cupcake and Chocolate Cupcake with pink buttercream in store. They will also donate $4 for every locally delivered 4-pack of the Komen cupcakes, and $5 for every shipped order of a Susie’s Vanilla Celebration Cake with Pink buttercream.
Learn More
Volunteer & Make an Impact
Whether it is volunteering at an event, joining one of our committees, or getting involved with your group, we have something for everyone.
Find a volunteer opportunity that suits your skills and interests and join our passionate fight against breast cancer.
Email Us: SFOvolunteer@komen.org.
Join one of our committees
We are looking for incredible community members to join one of our committees, deepening your connection and helping support our walk. Email Kelly at KGarcia@Komen.org to learn more!
Become a Komen Advocate
Our advocates act as the voice of the more than 4 million breast cancer survivors and those living with breast cancer in the U.S. Our policy advocates ensure that the fight against breast cancer remains a priority among our state and national policymakers. Currently, there are 2 bills introduced in the Oregon Legislature. Sign up to help push these forward and get these approved.
Local Events
Join the fight to end breast cancer by attending an event in Northern California!
Questions? Contact Us
Our Impact in Northern California
Susan G. Komen is funding more breast cancer research than any other nonprofit while providing real-time help to those facing the disease.
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Counties in California are served by Susan G. Komen breast cancer services.
Need Help?
Call our breast care helpline to assist with finding local screening and diagnostic facilities or clinical research trials, requesting financial assistance, or other questions or care needs.
ShareForCures
ShareForCures® is a research program run by Susan G. Komen® where incredible people like you, who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, share their health information to help spark new discoveries and advance breast cancer care for everyone.
Latest News & Information
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Clinical trials are at the heart of every breakthrough and practice-changing treatment in breast cancer, but their importance goes beyond the scientific advancements. Behind every clinical trial is a person who is hoping for better options that could mean a longer and better quality of life. Clinical trials have the power to turn these hopes […]
Susan G. Komen® and Purpose-Driven Brands Unite to Help End Deaths from Breast Cancer Through 2026 Shop for the Cure
Annual program gives consumers an opportunity to fund Komen’s lifesaving work by shopping with purpose Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today announced the launch of the 2026 Shop for the Cure program, bringing together purpose-driven brands and consumers to help advance Komen’s mission to end deaths from breast cancer. At a […]Northern California
Contact Us
Susan G. Komen Northern California
Executive Director, Northern CA, OR & WA:
Cliff Whitlock
Email:
cwhitlock@komen.org
Phone:
415-592-5910