What they reported doing
- #1 primary $55KSUPPORT:TO PROVIDE SUPPORT, SCHOLARSHIP, AND REFERRAL SERVICES TO BREAST AND GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES.
- #2 $8KPREVENTION 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.
What they call their work
What they do
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Cancer Research Funding 2 activities
- Advocating for environmental cancer research fundingEngages in advocacy efforts to promote legislation that increases funding for environmental research related to breast and gynecological cancers.
- Participating in breast and gynecological cancer researchEngages in research initiatives focused on breast and gynecological cancers to advance understanding and outcomes.
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Charity Event Organization 2 activities
- Conducting targeted outreach and awareness campaignsExecutes 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 eventsHosts 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.
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Cancer Patient Financial and Practical Support 2 activities
- Providing patient support and financial assistanceOffers 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 careProvides transportation to chemotherapy, doctor’s appointments, and radiation treatments for cancer patients in active treatment.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Administering high school scholarshipsOffers scholarships to high school students from Babylon Township who meet the organization's eligibility criteria.
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Cancer Awareness and Education Initiatives 1 activity
- Conducting environmental awareness and cancer prevention educationRuns 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.
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Who runs it
- 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
Who they work with
- Babylon Township Partner — Primary geographic focus for all programs and services provided by the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition.
How they approach the work
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- Client-Centered Support Modelmethodology: comprehensive_client_supportBy 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 Educationmethodology: prevention-through-educationBy 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.