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.
2026 Eugene Marathon April 24-26, 2026
Join Komen’s charity team for the Eugene Marathon (April 24-26, 2026) and help create a world without breast cancer.
With guaranteed entry and fundraising support, take on a challenge and help raise funds to support Komen’s mission to end breast cancer.
Run Options & Fundraising Goals:
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5K | $200
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Half Marathon | $350
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Marathon | $500
*Remember, to set and reach your fundraising goals to receive the Komen Singlet and a bib!
Train, prepare, and bring your best self on race day—our community will be with you every step of the way.
Let’s make every mile count!
Komen EmpowerED
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Mark your calendars for the Komen EmpowerED event on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Women’s University Club in Seattle, WA.
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 this event.
2026 Komen Advocacy Summit
Join us for Komen’s most impactful advocacy event!
Registration is open for the 2026 Komen Advocacy Summit, taking place in Washington, D.C., April 27-29.
This event will include training sessions and opportunities to connect with fellow advocates, a full day of meetings with Congressional offices and policy and educational sessions.
Come together as one voice for those impacted by breast cancer will be an unforgettable experience to engage with elected officials and the breast cancer community.
Register before March 8.
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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 Komen staff to learn about current programs and explore additional ways to partner with us.
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.
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 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. -
Get Your Group Involved
Learn how your team or company can make an impact—email Cliff at CWhitlock@Komen.org -
Join a Committee
Deepen your connection and support our walk—email Kelly at KGarcia@Komen.org
Register HERE to stay connected and hear about upcoming volunteer opportunities.
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
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Legislation Eliminates Financial Barriers to Critical Breast Imaging, Would Help Thousands Across Kansas Afford Care They Require
Susan G. Komen® Applauds Senate Committee Passage, Urges Swift Floor Vote TOPEKA, KANSAS – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization commends Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt for recently introducing legislation to ensure equitable access to required diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging, by eliminating the financial barriers patients face in accessing needed breast cancer screening. […]Oregon
Contact Us
Susan G. Komen Oregon
Executive Director of Northern CA, OR & WA:
Cliff Whitlock
Email:
cwhitlock@komen.org
Phone:
415-592-5910