COLORECTAL CANCER ALLIANCE INC
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Mission Statement
To empower a nation of allies who work with us to provide support for patients and families, caregivers, and survivors; to raise awareness of preventive measures, and inspire efforts to fund critical research.
About This Cause
We are the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, formerly the Colon Cancer Alliance. We believe colorectal cancer is a senseless killer that must be stopped. Founded in 1999 by a group of 41 survivors, caregivers, and friends, we are today the nation's leading nonprofit dedicated to colorectal cancer. We empower a nation of allies who work with us to provide genuine support for patients and families, caregivers, and survivors; to raise awareness of preventive measures; and inspire efforts to fund critical research. United in our fierce determination to dramatically impact the way society sees this devastating disease, we exist to end colorectal cancer in our lifetime. Our Pillars Screen: Screening is the number one way to reduce the risk for this unique cancer. There are other ways, though. We believe it is important for all of us to take charge of our health by knowing family history, understanding risk factors, eating a balanced diet, exercising, limiting alcohol use, and never smoking. For us, sharing this information is essential to ending colorectal cancer. Care: No one is ever alone. Our patient empowerment team is always available to provide hope and support to patients, families, caregivers and survivors. If you, or someone you love, is struggling to understand or overcome a cancer diagnosis, we can provide the latest information, and point you to expert resources and cutting-edge tools. At the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, we strive to deliver the level of support you need to make you whole again. Cure: Our scientific research focus areas may vary from year to year and are determined in part through discussions with our Medical and Scientific Research Committee. This year we plan to award three grants in the amount of $300,000 over a period of three years in young-onset colorectal cancer research and one grant in the amount of $200,000 over a period of two years in colorectal cancer health disparities.