Central Illinois (Memorial)
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.
Central Illinois (Memorial)
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.
Komen Peoria MORE THAN PINK Walk
Saturday, May 09, 2026
Make an impact in the fight against breast cancer as we [race/walk] to provide hope for survivors and strength for those in treatment while honoring those we’ve lost.
Ending breast cancer needs ALL OF US.
Breast Cancer Moments
Share Your Story
Join us to honor the special women in your life with a memorable morning featuring a breakfast buffet catered by Childers Eatery, a complimentary toast and more!
Please RSVP by April 30.
Volley for the Cure
Now is the perfect time to plan your Volley for the Cure event for the spring season.
These fun events can help your club or organization learn more about breast health while helping raise funds for breast cancer research and vital patient services that will benefit the people of Central Illinois.
Go Pink for the Cure
May 1-3, 2026
Harness the passion and power of sports and community to take breast cancer out of play.
Play with a purpose because ending breast cancer needs all of us.
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Shop with Purpose. Support the Cure.
Oriental Trading Company has signed on for a full year of support benefiting Susan G. Komen®. Now through December 31, 2026, every purchase across all Oriental Trading Company products made through a dedicated Go Pink link will help support Komen’s mission to end breast cancer.
By shopping through this easy-to-remember link (Susan G. Komen – Go Pink for the Cure ), 10% of your purchase will be donated to Susan G. Komen®.* This is a simple, impactful way to double your impact.
The link is perfect for event leads, teams, and organizers purchasing supplies for races, walks, school events, and fundraising activations throughout the year. From cheer items to event essentials, every order helps fuel critical research, education, and patient support.
*Excludes sales in AL, MA, and SC.
Shop and Support
Volunteer & Make An Impact
Ending breast cancer needs all of us.
From serving as a local brand ambassador and raising critical funds for our mission programs to helping breathe life into our signature fundraising events like the MORE THAN PINK Walk, Race for the Cure, and BigWig celebrations, as well as educational events like the Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) conference and Advocacy Summit, we have unique volunteer opportunities for everyone who wants to help us create lasting change in the lives of those facing a breast cancer diagnosis.
2026 Peoria MORE THAN PINK Walk
Find a volunteer opportunity that suits your skills and interests and join our passionate fight against breast cancer.
Local Events
Join the fight to end breast cancer by attending an event in Central Illinois (Memorial)!
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Our Impact in Central Illinois (Memorial)
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
102
Counties in Illinois 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
Jeanelle’s Story: Advocating for Herself Led to a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Lynda Nance
For over a year, Jeanelle tried to convince her doctor that something was wrong. "I had leaking from one of my breasts and it felt heavy," she said. "But my doctor kept telling me I was too young for breast cancer." The day Jeanelle felt a lump, she knew it was time to advocate for herself and push for a mammogram.
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 […]Central Illinois (Memorial)
Contact Us
Susan G. Komen Central Illinois (Memorial)
Development Director, Central Illinois - Memorial:
Jordan Clum, MPH
Email:
jclum@komen.org
Phone:
309-453-7084