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!
Become a Sponsor
Our events are made possible by the individuals who register to fundraise and our generous sponsors.
Sponsoring is a powerful way to support the fight against breast cancer and show your commitment to our community. Together, we can make a bigger impact and bring hope to those who need it most.
We are booking sponsors!
Learn how you can support events like the MORE THAN PINK Walk and maximize your sponsorship benefits.
Connect with our team today to learn more and secure your sponsorship!
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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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Community
58
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
Amanda’s Story: Cancer Doesn’t Get the Final Say
Lynda Nance
When Amanda learned she had breast cancer, she wasn't prepared for how fast everything moved. "I was diagnosed at the end of October, by the second week of November I had my egg retrieval surgery and then a week after that, I began chemotherapy," she said. "In three weeks, I did all of that."
Breast Cancer Continues to Impact Communities; New York Rallies Together to Take Action at Susan G. Komen® MORE THAN PINK Walk
Annual Event Unites Survivors, Those Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer, Families and Supporters to Raise Critical Funds, Provide Essential Resources and Accelerate Progress Against Breast Cancer NEW YORK CITY – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today announced it will host the Greater New York City Race for the Cure bringing together […]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