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The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach, and ESPN commentator. The V Foundation has funded over $310 million in game-changing cancer research grants nationwide through a competitive process strictly supervised by a world-class Scientific Advisory Committee. Because the V Foundation has an endowment to cover administrative expenses, 100% of direct donations are awarded to cancer research and programs. The V team is committed to accelerating Victory Over Cancer®. To learn more, visit v.org.

The mission of The Pablove Foundation is to invest in underfunded, cutting-edge pediatric cancer research, inspire cancer families through education, and improve the lives of children living with cancer through the arts. We help kids with cancer live – a love-filled life today, and a cancer-free life tomorrow.

Be The Match Foundation supports the life-saving mission of Be The Match/National Marrow Donor Program, ensuring that patients diagnosed with blood cancers such as leukemia and other diseases get the marrow or cord blood transplant they need for a second chance at life. A transplant offers hope for a cure. We connect patients with their genetically matched donors and provide comprehensive support throughout the transplant journey, from diagnosis through recovery.

To advocate for sarcoma patients by funding research and by increasing awareness about the disease. The organization raises money to privately fund grants for sarcoma researchers and conducts education and advocacy efforts on behalf of sarcoma patients.

Nancy G. Brinker promised her sister that she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. That promise is now Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the global leader of the breast cancer movement, having invested more than $2.2 billion since inception in 1982. As the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists, we’re working together to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures. Thanks to events like the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® and the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure®, and generous contributions from our partners, sponsors and fellow supporters, we have become the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world.

The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, Inc. mission is to: relentlessly pursue innovative means that accelerate the development of next-generation multiple myeloma treatments to extend the lives of patients and lead to a cure. To achieve this purpose, four goals are pursued: Funding research in the field of multiple myeloma, building collaborations among researchers and industry, providing disease and treatment related information to patients and family members while advocating for optimal patient care, and raising awareness of multiple myeloma.

Breast cancer is a complex disease with no simple solution. Research is the key to stopping it in its tracks. Founded in 1993 by Evelyn H. Lauder, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) is the largest private funder of breast cancer research in the world. We invest in the best minds in science—and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration—to examine every aspect of the disease from prevention to metastasis. Our approach accelerates the entire field and moves us closer to the answers we urgently need. We can’t stop now. Join us in fueling the world’s most promising research. With you, we will bring the end of breast cancer into focus. Learn more and get involved at BCRF.org.

The mission of The Lustgarten Foundation is to advance the scientific and medical research related to the diagnosis, treatment, cure and prevention of pancreatic cancer; and to provide patients and families with the information they need to make informed decisions about their care.

THE GOG FOUNDATION, INC. (GOG FOUNDATION) IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION WITH THE PURPOSE OF PROMOTING EXCELLENCE IN THE QUALITY AND INTEGRITY OF CLINICAL AND BASIC SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN THE FIELD OF GYNECOLOGIC MALIGNANCIES, INCLUDING CANCERS THAT ARISE FROM THE OVARIES, UTERUS, CERVIX, VAGINA, AND VULVA. OUR INSTITUTIONS AND INVESTIGATORS ARE ESSENTIAL CONTRIBUTORS TO ADVANCEMENTS IN TREATMENT REGIMENS, SURGICAL PROCEDURES, QUALITY OF LIFE ANALYSES, AND PREVENTION KNOWLEDGE. THE RESULTS OF GOG FOUNDATION CLINICAL TRIALS HAVE INFLUENCED THE STANDARD OF CARE FOR NUMEROUS MALIGNANT GYNECOLOGIC NEOPLASMS. THE MISSION OF THE GOG FOUNDATION IS TO CONDUCT CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH THAT POSITIVELY IMPACTS WOMEN THROUGH THE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF GYNECOLOGIC MALIGNANCIES. THE VISION OF THE GOG FOUNDATION IS TO BE THE PREMIER COLLABORATIVE NETWORK FOR TRANSFORMATIVE RESEARCH IN GYNECOLOGIC MALIGNANCIES.

The LIVESTRONG Foundation fights to improve the lives of people affected by cancer now. Created in 1997, the Foundation is known for leading an ongoing dialogue with patients and survivors, providing free cancer support services and advocating for policies that improve access to care and quality of life. Known for its powerful brand – LIVESTRONG – the Foundation has become a symbol of hope and inspiration around the world. Since its inception, the Foundation has served 2.5 million people affected by the disease and raised more than $500 million to support cancer survivors. One of America's top non-profit organizations, the Foundation enjoys a three-star rating from Charity Navigator and has been recognized by the National Health Council and the Better Business Bureau for its excellent governance, high standards and transparency. For more information, visit LIVESTRONG.org.

The Seany Foundation exists to improve the lives of children, teens and young adults affected by cancer through programs that bring hope and happiness to kids with cancer and their families.

The ​THANC (Thyroid, Head and Neck Cancer) Foundation​ is an international, independent non-profit with a core mission to help patients and educate physicians. It is dedicated to supporting research and education in the early detection and treatment of thyroid, and head & neck cancers. THANC is actively committed to advancing new therapies and alleviating the suffering and functional impairment of patients who undergo treatment.