National Resources (US)
Education, Information & Research
Offers trusted disease information, a helpline, financial support, rides to treatment, support groups, and online communities.
Provides education, a help-line, financial assistance, and support groups.
Provides reliable cancer information, funds research, advances new treatments, and connects patients to clinical trials.
Offers support resources, community outreach, and research funding.
BCRF – Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Provides education and funds groundbreaking breast cancer research.
Reliable, easy-to-understand educational content on all aspects of breast cancer.
Offers educational articles, blogs, and curated resources about breast health and breast cancer.
Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Provides education, podcasts, downloadable materials, and clinical trial information focused on IBC.
National Breast Cancer Coalition
Offers research education, advocacy training, and opportunities to participate in policy and research initiatives.
Plain-language information about diseases, conditions, and wellness topics.
Helps patients and caregivers navigate cancer with personalized education and a focus on reducing health inequities.
Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Foundation
Supports patients and caregivers with TNBC through education, community support, research updates, and helpline services.
Provides comprehensive cancer care, clinical trials, education, and wellness services for patients in central and southern Illinois.
Financial Assistance & Practical Support
Provides financial assistance for essential expenses—housing, transportation, utilities, and insurance—during active treatment.
Eligibility based on loss of income and household income ≤ 300% federal poverty level
Includes educational articles and a pre-qualification tool.
The Assistance Fund – Breast Cancer Copay Assistance
Helps eligible patients with copays, deductibles, and treatment-related out-of-pocket costs.
Phone: (855) 730-5871
Offers up to two free home cleanings for patients in active treatment.
Application link provided on their site.
Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition (CFAC)
Connects patients with financial aid programs covering co-pays, insurance support, and living expenses.
Provides free case management, insurance navigation, and co-pay relief.
CPR eligibility: insured, ≤ 500% federal poverty level, U.S. citizens.
Health Equity Fund supports those in eligible counties per CDC Social Vulnerability Index.
Genetic Testing, Risk Assessment & Fertility
PROACT at Stanford Medicine (Bright Pink Legacy)
Offers affordable cascade genetic testing for families with hereditary cancer risk.
Currently not available for self-enrollment.
FAQ: https://proactprogram.org/content/stanford/proact/contact/faqs.html
Dana-Farber Assess Your Risk Tool
Online risk assessment tool for breast and ovarian cancer.
ReproTech – Fertility Preservation
Provides cryopreservation services for reproductive tissue with financial help programs like Verna’s Purse and LIVESTRONG discounts.
FORCE – Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered
Resources on hereditary cancer, genetic testing, risk management, and advocacy.
International initiative offering fertility preservation support for patients facing treatments that may impact fertility.
Emotional & Peer Support
Offers a helpline, navigation services, education, and advocacy.
Provides counseling, support programs, resource navigation, and limited financial help.
Education, support, webinars, a helpline, and financial assistance resources.
Support, advocacy, and clinical trial information for metastatic breast cancer patients.
Resources and peer networks for young adults navigating breast cancer.
ABCD – After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Peer mentoring, education, and emotional support.
Matches patients and caregivers with trained mentors who’ve had similar experiences.
One-on-one “mentor angel” matches for survivors and caregivers.
A free, private support network for caregivers.
Provides emotional support and community events for people with breast cancer.
Family & Caregiver Support
Peer networks, mentor programs, and support groups for partners caring for someone with a chronic illness.
A platform for families to share health updates, coordinate care, and receive community support.
Wellness, Appearance & Quality of Life
Offers community support, educational content, and healing playlists.
Information, therapist directories, garment resources, and events.
LANA – Lymphology Association of North America
Connects patients with certified lymphedema therapists.
Evidence-based sexual wellness information for women affected by cancer.
Perky 3D Nipple Tattoos & Scar Camouflage
Offers 3D nipple tattooing, restoration, and scar camouflage services.
Equity, Inclusion & Diverse Communities
African American Breast Cancer Alliance
Education, emotional support, outreach, and a network for Black breast cancer survivors.
Breast Health Access for Women with Disabilities
Education, support, and advocacy for women with disabilities.
Male Breast Cancer Global Alliance
Connects male breast cancer patients globally for research, education, and support.
Equity-centered education, advocacy, and support for young women affected by breast cancer.
National African American breast cancer survivorship organization with 25+ chapters.
Culturally relevant support for Jewish women facing breast or ovarian cancer.
Education, advocacy, and training to improve cancer care for LGBTQ+ communities.
Navigation, Legal & Advocacy Support
Patient navigation, webinars, support groups, and clinical trial guidance.
Metastatic Breast Cancer Network (MBCN)
Tools for managing metastatic breast cancer and finding clinical trials.
Employment resources including resume reviews, videos, and workplace rights information.
National Breast Cancer Foundation
Early detection services, patient navigation, HOPE Kits, retreats, and relief programs.
Education and tools for navigating cancer-related legal, financial, and practical issues.
Provides suicide-prevention education and support resources.
Advanced Breast Cancer Community
Global online community offering forums, education, and shared experiences.
A secure platform for organizing and sharing end-of-life wishes.
Information on treatment, specialists, financial aid, and legal options for mesothelioma patients.