Mesothelioma Foundations and Charities
Mesothelioma is a dangerous disease that claims too many lives each year. Worldwide, nearly 10,000 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma annually. The following foundations and charities are committed to finding a cure to this disease. Many of these foundations focus on education about the disease, while others are focused on supporting the families of cancer patients. By donating to any of these or other foundations you will help fight the war against this devastating disease.
- Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation
This foundation is committed to eliminating mesothelioma through conducting high quality research, connecting patients with mesothelioma experts and seeking additional federal funding for mesothelioma research.
- American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is a national community-based organization committed to cancer prevention through research, education, advocacy and service.
- Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy, Support and Education (ALCASE)
The Lung Cancer Alliance is a nationally recognized non-profit organization committed to empowering people at risk for cancer, increasing awareness, and changing health policy.
- Cancer Hope Network
The Cancer Hope Network is a non-profit organization that provides personal support for cancer patients and their families.
- National Mesothelioma Foundation
The National Mesothelioma Foundation seeks to support mesothelioma patients and their families by providing information regarding this disease.
- Mesothelioma Research Foundation of America
The Mesothelioma Research Foundation of America hopes to find the quickest cure for mesothelioma. The foundation has funded a Mesothelioma Laboratory with the supervision of Dr. Gill at the USC/Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center in Los Angeles. Dr Gill received FDA approval to conduct Phase I Clinical Trials on a mesothelioma treatment drug called Veglin. The Clinical Trials of Veglin continue to this day
- Center for Cancer Care and Research
The Center for Cancer Care and Research is committed to clinical research and public education. They strive to provide the best quality of patient care by using advanced technology and treatment in an understanding environment.
- Health Alliance - Cancer Services
The Health Alliance cancer center strive to provide a multidisciplinary approach to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer. The Health Alliance participates in clinical trials, provides cancer information and coordinates support groups. They offer a holistic approach to cancer care by acknowledging the needs of patients and supporting their families emotionally and spiritually.
- June Hancock Mesothelioma Research Fund
The purpose of this foundation is to support vital research aimed at determining the causes of mesothelioma. In addition, the fund hopes to help encourage clinical trials that are testing new drug treatments for patients with mesothelioma.
- Candlelighters - Childhood Cancer Foundation
The Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation was founded in 1970 by parents caring for children with cancer. The group hopes to help parents with financial constraints support children who have been diagnosed with cancer.
- Live Strong - Lance Armstrong Foundation
The Lance Armstrong Foundation hopes to unite people in the fight against cancer. The foundation aims to provide information and services to assist cancer patients in living life on their own terms.
- Gateway for Cancer Research
The Gateway for Cancer Research is a not-for-profit organization that is committed to finding a cure for cancer by utilizing patient-centered clinical trials.
- The V Foundation for Cancer Research
The V Foundation is dedicated to saving lives by seeking a cure for cancer. The foundation engages in broad support for cancer research by increasing awareness of the urgency of the war against cancer through advocacy, education, fundraising and philanthropy.
- John Wayne Cancer Foundation
John Wayne's family established this foundation to seek a cure for this illness. The John Wayne Cancer Foundation hopes to bring courage, strength and fortitude to the war against cancer.
- McCarty Cancer Foundation
The McCarty Cancer Foundation is focused on raising awareness of cancer and seeking a cure for this disease. This foundation was founded by the professional hockey player Darren McCarty
- Sydney Cancer Centre Foundation
The Sydney Cancer Centre Foundation hopes to raise funds to support patient care, research, education, capital works programs and projects. In addition, the foundation supports the Sydney Cancer Center, one of Australia's prestigious cancer treatment centers.
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