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BABYLON BREAST CANCER COALITION INC

LINDENHURST, NY · EIN 113191035 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE B99Z · Education · Small ($100K-$1M) · babylonbreastcancer.org
revenue
$354K
expenses
$299K
net assets
$512K
employees
3
volunteers
90
program ratio
72%
mission · from form 990

THE BABYLON BREAST CANCER COALITION (BBCC) IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO VARIOUS BREAST AND GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER CONCERNS. BBCC CONTINUES TO BE A GRASS-ROOTS ORGANIZATION, PROVIDING AN ARRAY OF PATIENT SUPPORT SERVICES, EDUCATION, AND ADVOCACY PROGRAMS.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition (BBCC) is a grassroots nonprofit founded in 1993 that provides patient support, education, and advocacy for individuals affected by breast and gynecological cancers. Based in Babylon Township, New York, the organization offers direct services such as transportation, financial assistance, and prepared meals to patients in active treatment. BBCC also funds high school scholarships, promotes environmental health awareness, and supports research initiatives.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $55K
    SUPPORT:TO PROVIDE SUPPORT, SCHOLARSHIP, AND REFERRAL SERVICES TO BREAST AND GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES.
  2. #2 $8K
    PREVENTION AND EDUCATION: SUPPORT OF THE PRECAUTIONARY PRINCIPLE, PREVENTION IS THE CURE: ENCOURAGEMENT AND EDUCATION ABOUT A HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE LIFESTYLE. PROVIDING UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION THROUGH OUR WEBSITE AND VIA SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS, EMAILS, AND INFORMATIONAL PACKETS. WE OFFER ADULT AND STUDENT ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO HELP PARTICIPANTS REDUCE THEIR EXPOSURE TO TOXIC CHEMICALS.
named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Be Smart About Your Health
Educational program promoting environmental awareness and healthy lifestyle choices to reduce cancer risk.
Gift of Health & Inspiration
Offers prepared food, house cleaning, and financial assistance to individuals undergoing treatment for breast or gynecological cancers.
L.A.H.H. Program
Provides transportation to chemotherapy, doctor appointments, and radiation visits for patients in active treatment in the Township of Babylon.
Scholarships/Research
Provides high school scholarships to children from Babylon Township meeting coalition criteria and supports cancer research initiatives.
Vision of Hope Garden
Community initiative involving a garden project and pink/teal ribbon mailing to raise awareness and support.
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Cancer Research Funding 2 activities
    • Advocating for environmental cancer research funding
      Engages in advocacy efforts to promote legislation that increases funding for environmental research related to breast and gynecological cancers.
    • Participating in breast and gynecological cancer research
      Engages in research initiatives focused on breast and gynecological cancers to advance understanding and outcomes.
  • Charity Event Organization 2 activities
    • Conducting targeted outreach and awareness campaigns
      Executes outreach initiatives such as the "Vision of Hope Garden Pink/Teal Ribbon Mailing" and hosted events like the "Ducks Breast Cancer Awareness Night Baseball Game" and "TangerFit Walk" to promote awareness and engagement.
    • Organizing annual fundraising and community events
      Hosts a series of recurring annual events including "Chefs For A Cause," "Super Saturday," "Turkeys Against Cancer," "Photos With Santa," "Hope in Motion Walk and Fall Festival," "Laps For Love," "Cut-A-Thon," "Night Out," "Power Gala," "Sand City," "Bingo for Bags," yoga events, "Light Up Pink/Teal," "Runway for a Cause," "Rich Schaffer Birthday Gala," and others to raise funds and awareness.
  • Cancer Patient Financial and Practical Support 2 activities
    • Providing patient support and financial assistance
      Offers direct support services, financial aid, and referrals to breast and gynecological cancer patients and their families, particularly those in active treatment residing in Babylon Township.
    • Transportation assistance for medical care
      Provides transportation to chemotherapy, doctor’s appointments, and radiation treatments for cancer patients in active treatment.
  • Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
    • Administering high school scholarships
      Offers scholarships to high school students from Babylon Township who meet the organization's eligibility criteria.
  • Cancer Awareness and Education Initiatives 1 activity
    • Conducting environmental awareness and cancer prevention education
      Runs adult and student programs focused on environmental awareness to reduce exposure to carcinogenic chemicals, and disseminates prevention information through newsletters, social media, emails, and informational packets.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$354K
Contributions & grants$306K86%
Program service revenue$3K1%
Investment income$12K3%
Other revenue$33K
expenses
Total expenses$299K
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising15%
Salaries & benefits$148K
Grants paid out$7K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$541K
Cash$108K
Investments$400K
Liabilities$29K
Net assets$512K
Liquid reserves20.4 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +12.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 13
  • CASSIDY WILKINSON — CO-VP OF FUNDRAISING
  • ED WHITE ESQ — BOARD MEMBER
  • ERIKA TRIPOLI — V.P OF FUNDRAISING
  • GEORGIA WESTCOTT — BOARD MEMBER
  • JOANNE MARQUARDT — BOARD MEMBER
  • KAREN KUNKEL — PRESIDENT
  • KATHY DENG — ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
  • LORI TINTELLA — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARISA MARCIANO — BOARD MEMBER
  • NICK RADESCA — V.P FINANCE & TREASURER
  • SOPHIA L FU MD MS FACS — ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
  • TONI ANNE SUMMERS — SECRETARY
  • YI-CHUN LEE — ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 1

Who they work with

  • Babylon Township Partner — Primary geographic focus for all programs and services provided by the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition.
strategies · 2

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Client-Centered Support Model
    methodology: comprehensive_client_support
    By addressing practical needs such as transportation and household assistance, we reduce stressors associated with cancer diagnosis and treatment because alleviating logistical and social burdens improves patient well-being and treatment adherence.
  • Prevention Through Education
    methodology: prevention-through-education
    By promoting education and healthy lifestyle adoption, we reduce cancer risk because informed individuals are more likely to engage in preventive behaviors and early detection practices.