Susan G. Komen for the Cure

The mission of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is to eradicate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease by advancing research, education, screening, and treatment.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure was established in 1982 as the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation  by Nancy Brinker to honor the memory of her sister, Susan G. Komen, who died from breast cancer at the age of 36. Today, the Komen is an international organization with a network of more than 75,000 volunteers working through local Affiliates and events like the Komen Race for the Cure^® to eradicate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease. A global leader in the fight against breast cancer, Komen fulfills its mission through support of innovative breast cancer research grants, meritorious awards and educational, scientific, and community outreach programs around the world. Through fiscal year 2005, Komen,  together with its Affiliate Network, corporate partners, and generous donors, has invested $630 million in breast cancer research, education, screening, and treatment programs.

Partnership Activities

Susan G. Komen for the Cure publishes educational breast cancer materials, directs women to CDC programs including CDC's National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP), and raises funds for breast cancer research and projects. Komen also supports community-based organizations that are associated with NBCCEDP with funding for special projects and to address the needs of clients.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure
5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250
Dallas, TX 75244
Telephone: 972-855-1600
Fax: 972-855-1605
Toll-free Breast Care Helpline: 1-877-GO KOMEN (1-800-465-6636)
www.komen.org*

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