National Resources (US)

Education, Information & Research

American Cancer Society

  • Offers trusted disease information, a helpline, financial support, rides to treatment, support groups, and online communities.

Susan G. Komen

  • Provides education, a help-line, financial assistance, and support groups.

National Cancer Institute

  • Provides reliable cancer information, funds research, advances new treatments, and connects patients to clinical trials.

Breast Cancer Alliance

  • Offers support resources, community outreach, and research funding.

BCRF – Breast Cancer Research Foundation

  • Provides education and funds groundbreaking breast cancer research.

BreastCancer.org

  • Reliable, easy-to-understand educational content on all aspects of breast cancer.

Breast360

  • 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.

MedlinePlus

  • Plain-language information about diseases, conditions, and wellness topics.

Cancer 101

  • 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.

Simmons Cancer Institute

  • Provides comprehensive cancer care, clinical trials, education, and wellness services for patients in central and southern Illinois.

Financial Assistance & Practical Support

The Pink Fund

  • 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

Cleaning for a Reason

  • 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.

Patient Advocate Foundation

  • 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)

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.

Oncofertility Consortium

  • International initiative offering fertility preservation support for patients facing treatments that may impact fertility.

Emotional & Peer Support

Cancer Support Community

  • Offers a helpline, navigation services, education, and advocacy.

CancerCare

  • Provides counseling, support programs, resource navigation, and limited financial help.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

  • Education, support, webinars, a helpline, and financial assistance resources.

Metavivor

  • Support, advocacy, and clinical trial information for metastatic breast cancer patients.

Young Survivor Coalition

  • Resources and peer networks for young adults navigating breast cancer.

ABCD – After Breast Cancer Diagnosis

  • Peer mentoring, education, and emotional support.

4th Angel Mentoring Program

  • Matches patients and caregivers with trained mentors who’ve had similar experiences.

Imerman Angels

  • One-on-one “mentor angel” matches for survivors and caregivers.

My Cancer Circle

  • A free, private support network for caregivers.

Here for the Girls

  • Provides emotional support and community events for people with breast cancer.

Family & Caregiver Support

Well Spouse Foundation

  • Peer networks, mentor programs, and support groups for partners caring for someone with a chronic illness.

CaringBridge

  • A platform for families to share health updates, coordinate care, and receive community support.

Wellness, Appearance & Quality of Life

Bald is Beautiful

  • Offers community support, educational content, and healing playlists.

National Lymphedema Network

  • Information, therapist directories, garment resources, and events.

LANA – Lymphology Association of North America

  • Connects patients with certified lymphedema therapists.

WomanLab

  • 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.

Tigerlily Foundation

  • Equity-centered education, advocacy, and support for young women affected by breast cancer.

Sisters Network Inc.

  • National African American breast cancer survivorship organization with 25+ chapters.

Sharsheret

  • Culturally relevant support for Jewish women facing breast or ovarian cancer.

National LGBT Cancer Network

  • Education, advocacy, and training to improve cancer care for LGBTQ+ communities.

Navigation, Legal & Advocacy Support

SHARE Cancer 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.

Cancer and Careers

  • 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.

Triage Cancer

  • Education and tools for navigating cancer-related legal, financial, and practical issues.

The SamFund

  • Provides suicide-prevention education and support resources.

Advanced Breast Cancer Community

  • Global online community offering forums, education, and shared experiences.

Cake – End-of-Life Planning

  • A secure platform for organizing and sharing end-of-life wishes.

Mesothelioma.net

  • Information on treatment, specialists, financial aid, and legal options for mesothelioma patients.