Oregon
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.
Oregon
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.
Join the Komen Health Equity Revolution
Susan G. Komen offers a variety of ways to get involved.
The Komen Patient Care Center is your trusted, go-to source for timely, accurate breast health and breast cancer information, services and resources. Our navigators offer free, personalized navigation services to patients, caregivers and family members.
Find the resources, support and community you need — because everyone deserves the chance to survive and thrive. Start by reaching out to the Komen Patient Care Center.
Together, let’s continue to build a Health Equity Revolution.
Worship in Pink
Worship in Pink is open to all faiths, empowering faith-based communities with knowledge and resources to take an active role in their breast health. Become a volunteer Ambassador like Michelle and serve as a breast health advocate.
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Show Your Support for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This October, join your neighbors in working toward a world without breast cancer. Together, we can fund research, improve access to care, provide support, and advocate for patients’ rights.
EcoWorld
Donate to a pink Eco World bin in your neighborhood and a portion of the weight will be donated back to Susan G. Komen
Quilts for a Cure
100% of quilt sales will be donated to Susan G. Komen in memory of Eveylyn Link
Navigating Your Breast Cancer Experience Workshop
May 16, 2026
Mark your calendars for the next Navigating Your Breast Cancer Experience Workshop on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Women’s University Club in Seattle. This special event was designed to provide individuals living with a breast cancer diagnosis, and their care partners, a supportive and collaborative space to gather information, connect with others, and discover practical resources for improving both physicals and emotional well-being. To view the recording’s from the most recent event, please CLICK HERE.
This free educational event is made possible by the generosity of sponsorships and individual donors. Please email your Komen Staff partner to learn more about how you or your company support our Pacific Northwest event.
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.
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Do your kids or students have a sport team or club they are part of that wants to host a fundraiser? Learn more about how they can Go Pink for the Cure.
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Do you want to make a gift from your Donor Advised Fund (DAF)? A DAF is a tax-advantaged account where you can donate money or assets, receive an immediate tax deduction, and invest tax-free. The funds grow over time, allowing you to make charitable gifts. Make a gift from your DAF today!
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Does your place of business have interest in an employee engagement day? We have education events, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities year-round.
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.
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Become an 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 prioriy 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.
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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 Julia at JHodges@komen.org to learn more!
For additional questions email us at PDXvolunteer@komen.org.
Local Events
Join the fight to end breast cancer by attending an event in Oregon!
Questions? Contact Us
Our Impact in Oregon
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 Oregon 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
Your breast cancer information is as unique as you are. When combined with thousands of other ShareForCures members, you provide scientists with a more diverse set of data to make new discoveries, faster.
Latest News & Information
Breast Cancer Breakthroughs Episode 18: Right-Sizing Breast Cancer Treatment Through Dose Optimization
Jamie Stanford
Breakthroughs in breast cancer don’t always mean the development of new drugs – they’re also made by optimizing currently available treatments. Researchers are re-examining some breast cancer treatments through dose optimization. Maximum tolerated dose (MTD) has been the status quo in breast cancer treatment. Clinical trials determine the MTD by finding the highest drug or treatment amount (dose) with acceptable or tolerable side effects for participants. However, some individuals receiving treatments at MTD still experience significant […]
Susan G. Komen® Recognizes Five Trailblazers for Lasting Contributions to Breast Cancer Research, Patient Care
Highest Awards Presented to Four Researchers, Patient Advocate for Improving Care in Clinics and Communities SAN ANTONIO – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today recognized five trailblazers in the field of breast cancer, who have furthered our understanding of genetic mutations, treatment response and cancer progression, improved cancer prevention and care […]Oregon
Contact Us
Susan G. Komen Oregon
State Executive Director of Northern CA, OR & WA:
Jenifer Weiss
Email:
jweiss@komen.org
Phone:
415-592-5910