named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
AONN+ Annual Conference
Major annual event featuring abstract presentations, awards ceremony, and professional development for oncology navigators
AONN+ Awards Program
Recognizes excellence in oncology navigation through categories including Lifetime Achievement, Ambassador, and CATCH of the Year awards
Abstract Submission and Publication Program
Collects, reviews, and publishes research abstracts from oncology navigators in a special edition publication and on the AONN+ website
Local Navigator Network Support
Provides national infrastructure and recognition for local networks that promote professional development and networking
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Biomedical Research and Innovation 2 activities
- Advocacy engagement in cancer care policy and research fundingParticipates in national advocacy efforts including submitting joint letters to Congress on medical research funding and vaccine protection legislation, and engaging in councils such as the Sanofi Patient Advocacy Council to advance policy and education in cancer care.
- Developing standardized national metrics for oncology navigation programsConducts research to develop and refine standardized national metrics that measure programmatic success in oncology navigation, supporting high-quality, team-based cancer care.
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Healthcare Professional Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Administering recognition programs and awards for oncology navigation professionalsRecognizes contributions to patient care and the navigation profession through awards such as the Dr. Harold Freeman One Team Award and annual receptions at the AONN+ Conference. Also recognizes leaders in the field via inclusion in the Cancer Health 25 list.
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Cancer Awareness and Education Initiatives 1 activity
- Capacity building for oncology navigators through professional development and best practicesProvides a professional network and platforms for education, leadership development, and collaboration to advance patient navigation in cancer care and survivorship planning. This includes operating committees, offering continuing education, and developing best practices.
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Academic Research Dissemination 1 activity
- Disseminating research and conference abstractsPublishes accepted conference abstracts on its website and in special editions of its publications, including abstracts previously presented at other conferences when properly disclosed.
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Medical Research & Education Dissemination 1 activity
- Distributing educational resources and toolkits for patient navigatorsProvides navigation toolkits containing government guidelines, downloadable references, and educational media to support patient care management. These resources are distributed through multiple channels including online libraries and publications.
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Patient and Researcher Conferences 1 activity
- Hosting conferences and virtual events for oncology care professionalsOrganizes annual and midyear conferences, including virtual events, that bring together oncology navigators, social workers, physicians, and administrators to share knowledge across the cancer care continuum. The 2025 midyear virtual conference hosted nearly 350 participants.
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Disease-Specific Clinical & Patient Education 1 activity
- Operating the CAPE Initiative to support patient and caregiver educationImplements the CAPE Initiative, a web-based library of best-practice patient and caregiver education materials designed for use during care interactions to improve patient understanding and outcomes.
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Health Information Exchange Support 1 activity
- Operating the CATCH Initiative to track navigator interventionsRuns the CATCH Initiative, a reporting system that tracks oncology nurse navigators' interventions to identify and resolve patient care issues, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
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Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
- Running the BOLD Initiative for professional development and mentorshipOperates the BOLD Initiative, which includes a mentorship matching program and a digital library of professional development resources to support oncology nurse and patient navigators in their careers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.74M
Contributions & grants$289K8%
Program service revenue$3.45M92%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.04M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$105K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$2.78M
Cash$1.69M
Investments$0
Liabilities$2.00M
Net assets$785K
Liquid reserves6.7 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +6.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANDICE ROTH | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $86K |
board members · 2
- LINDA BURHANSSTIPANOV — SECRETARY
- RANI KHETARPAL — PRESIDENT
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- ACCC Partner — Offers the Financial Advocacy Boot Camp recommended by AONN+ leadership for addressing financial toxicity in oncology care.
- AONN+ Network — ACADEMY OF ONCOLOGY NURSE NAVIGATORSINC operates as AONN+ and participates in its own network.
- Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators Partner — Collaborates on resource development and dissemination for nurse and patient navigators.
- Andi Dwyer Partner — Co-leader of the Community Outreach, Prevention, & Early Detection Committee
- Association of Cancer Care Centers Partner — Collaborated with AONN+ through participation in the Community Oncology Research Institute (ACORI) Clinical Trial Design Summit.
- CONQUER magazine Partner — Partnership to present the Hero of Hope Patient Award.
- Candice Roth Partner — Executive Director of AONN+ who presented at the midyear conference
- CoC Spring Meeting Partner — Participated in the CoC Spring Meeting for networking, education, and advocacy.
- Facebook Partner — Hosts the “Navigate Now: How Can We Help?” Facebook Live series to share resources with the cancer care community.
- George Washington University Cancer Center Partner — Collaborated with AONN+ to develop consensus-based competencies and deliver the Oncology Patient Navigator Training: The Fundamentals.
- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Partner — Led by Lillie Shockney, provides the Oncology Communications Skills CME-accredited training recommended by AONN+.
- Kim Parham Partner — Co-leader of the Community Outreach, Prevention, & Early Detection Committee
- Navigation Metrics Partner — Collaborates on evidence-based navigation metrics initiative.
- Partnerships Partner — Collaborates with partner organizations in support of oncology navigation initiatives.
- Rani Khetarpal Partner — Board of Trustees President of AONN+ who presented at the midyear conference
- Sanofi Partner — Engaged through participation in the Sanofi Patient Advocacy Council.
- US House of Representatives Government — Recipient of joint advocacy letters from AONN+ and partner organizations regarding medical research funding and vaccine policy.
- pharmaceutical company Partner — Accepts industry-supported abstracts, including those sponsored by pharmaceutical companies, for submission and review.
strategies · 4
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.
- Competency-Based Certification and Educationmethodology: competency_based_certificationBy grounding certification programs and e-learning in data, accreditation, and professional standards, the Academy strengthens oncology navigation capacity because structured, evidence-based training ensures navigators are equipped with reliable, scalable skills to address patient care barriers.
- Data-Integrated Practice and Value Demonstrationmethodology: data_integrated_navigationBy integrating data collection, analytics, and intervention tracking into daily navigation work, the Academy ensures the sustainability and quality of care because systematically demonstrating navigator impact through metrics proves program effectiveness and justifies continued investment in the profession.
- Patient-Centered System Navigationmethodology: patient_centered_navigationBy combining patient-centered advocacy and education with health system coordination, navigators ensure timely, seamless cancer care delivery because aligning clinical processes with patient autonomy and community needs increases engagement and reduces systemic delays.
- Professional Network for Best Practicesmethodology: professional_network_for_best_practicesBy fostering professional collaboration and the development of standardized best practices, the Academy improves patient access to cancer care and quality of life because shared expertise across navigators leads to more consistent, high-quality support throughout the cancer continuum.