Orange County
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.
Orange County
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.
We’re proud to introduce the 2026 class of Pink Tie Partners:
Ending breast cancer takes dedication, commitment and people willing to step up and speak out.In Orange County, we call these philanthropic leaders our Pink Tie Partners. They are champions for our mission – using their voices, networks and passion to help us get one step closer to a world where no one dies from breast cancer.
- Gina Mastantuono and Luke Feltham
- Gretchen Valentine
- Jessica Rhee, M.D.
- Kerry and Gavin Herbert, Jr.
- Lisa E. Guerra, M.D.
- Samina Ahmed, M.D.
June Team Captain Recruitment Challenge
This month’s challenge is all about growing your team! Recruit three people to join your Walk or Race team in June, and we’ll send you an exclusive pair of Komen socks as a thank you for your leadership and support. Thank you for helping build a stronger community committed to ending breast cancer.
Grow Your Team Today
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
We’re grateful to all who partnered with us in 2025 and helped make an impact throughout the year.
Whether you hosted a fundraiser, supported us during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, or found other meaningful ways to stand with our community, your commitment helped drive our mission forward.
We’d also like to give a special shoutout to Roger’s Gardens for hosting multiple fundraising events, and to SusieCakes and Orangetheory Fitness for their support across multiple markets.
Partner With Us Year-Round
Looking for ways to get involved throughout the year?
- Do your kids or students belong to a sports team or club interested in hosting a fundraiser? We’d love to help you get started.
- Is your business interested in an employee engagement day? We offer educational resources, sponsorship opportunities, and volunteer experiences.
Connect with your local Komen staff to learn about current programs and explore additional ways to partner with us.
Connect & Learn More
Volunteer with Us
Whether it is volunteering at an event, joining one of our committees, or getting involved with your group, we have something for everyone.
Volunteer at one of our upcoming events:
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2026 Orange County MORE THAN PINK Walk | Sept. 27, 2026
Email us at OCvolunteer@Komen.org to get involved.
Join a Committee:
Deepen your connection & support our walk – KLee@Komen.org to learn more!
Get Your Group Involved:
Learn how your team/company can make an impact – JVanMaanen@komen.org
Register HERE to stay connected and hear about upcoming volunteer opportunities.
Get your group involved
Learn how your group or company can get involved in making an impact.. Email Jackiee at JVanMaanen@komen.org to learn more!
Register to stay connected and hear about our future volunteer opportunities OR for additional questions email us at OCvolunteer@Komen.org.
Local Events
Join the fight to end breast cancer by attending an event in Orange County!
Questions? Contact Us
Our Impact in Orange County
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.
Latest News & Information
Dina’s Story: Navigating Breast Cancer One Step at a Time
Lynda Nance
Dina and Caleb were planning their wedding when everything changed: Dina learned she had stage 1 breast cancer. "I actually learned I had breast cancer the same day as my bridal shower," Dina said. Suddenly, what should have been a happy time was filled with doctor visits and tests.Susan G. Komen® Supports Funding Increases for Vital Breast Cancer Research, Safety-Net Programs; Cautions Against Trend to Cut Public Health Funding
House Appropriators Advance Funding Bill That Supports Early Detection Programs, Research Benefiting Millions WASHINGTON, DC – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, commends members of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee for advancing legislation to increase funding for critical breast cancer programs but cautions against the broader trend of decreasing public health funding. […]Orange County
Contact Us
Susan G. Komen Orange County
VP, CD Strategy & West Region:
Megan Klink
Email:
mklink@komen.org
Phone:
949-378-8186
