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CRAWFISH FOR CANCER INC
New York, NY · EIN 264819150 · Form 990EZ · FY2020 · NTEE H12 · Medical Research · Micro (<$100K) · crawfishforcancer.org
revenue
$480
expenses
$368
net assets
$646
employees
—
mission · from form 990

Crawfish for Cancer aims to raise funds for cancer research, specifically a currently incurable form of cancer called multiple myeloma. By hosting events desirable to young professionals, we hope to engage a new generation of philanthropists, and raise awareness and much needed funding. Our signature event for Crawfish for Cancer is our annual crawfish boil, which includes food, beverages, and live music. Unfortunately, following a difficult 2019 and then the Covid pandemic in 2020, we did not host any events in 2020.

profile · synthesized from sources

Crawfish for Cancer is a nonprofit that raises funds for cancer research, focusing on multiple myeloma. It engages young professionals through culturally resonant events, primarily annual crawfish boils featuring food, beverages, and live music. The organization leverages Southern food traditions to build community awareness and support around cancer prevention, patient wellness, and financial assistance, while also highlighting occupational health risks among crawfish industry workers.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Annual Crawfish Boil
Signature fundraising event featuring food, drinks, and live music, designed to engage young professionals and raise funds for cancer research, particularly for multiple myeloma.
Crawfish Industry Health Initiative
Advocacy and awareness program addressing elevated cancer risks among crawfish farmers and harvesters due to chemical exposure and poor access to healthcare.
Crawfish for Cancer Fundraiser Playbook
Step-by-step guide empowering individuals and communities to host their own crawfish boil fundraisers for cancer research and patient support.
activities · 8 groups

What they do

  • Community Event Fundraising 2 activities
    • Hosts community engagement events to recruit volunteers and plan fundraising initiatives
      Organizes fall kickoff dinners and crawfish cook-offs to recruit volunteers, announce fundraising goals, and engage the community through recipe contests and seasonal events.
    • Organizes crawfish boil fundraisers to support cancer research and patient services
      Hosts annual and recurring crawfish boil events, ranging from backyard gatherings to large fairground events, to raise funds for oncology research, patient support programs, and community health initiatives. These events have cumulatively raised over $430,000, with individual events generating between $4,000 and over $90,000, and include sponsorships, live music, and community participation.
  • Community Health Equity Initiatives 1 activity
    • Advocates for farm worker health in community fundraising and messaging
      Encourages community organizations to include farm worker health in their crawfish boil fundraising messaging and supports linking such events to occupational health programs for agricultural workers.
  • Community Environmental Monitoring and Research 1 activity
    • Conducts environmental health research through monitoring of crawfish farming ecosystems
      Operates water and soil monitoring stations on crawfish ponds and uses agricultural land as a living laboratory to study cancer risk in coastal farming communities, contributing data to public health research and presenting findings at regional conferences.
  • Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
    • Facilitates therapeutic social experiences for cancer patients and survivors
      Hosts crawfish boil events designed to create supportive, stress-reducing social environments for cancer patients and survivors, reinforcing community bonds during treatment.
  • Community Health Fairs and Screenings 1 activity
    • Funds mobile cancer screening programs and patient navigation services
      Supports mobile health screening clinics and patient navigation programs for rural cancer patients, particularly in crawfish farming communities, through partnerships with local clinics and worker advocacy groups, improving access to early detection and care coordination.
  • Cancer Patient Financial and Practical Support 1 activity
    • Provides financial assistance to cancer patients for non-medical expenses
      Directs fundraising proceeds to local financial assistance funds that cover non-medical costs such as transportation, groceries, and utility bills for cancer patients and families, with tiered donation options targeting specific needs.
  • Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
    • Sells crawfish-related products and runs seasonal fundraising campaigns
      Generates funds through winter pre-orders, summer farmers market sales of frozen crawfish, seasoning blends, and branded merchandise, as well as year-end online appeals and off-season crawfish-themed events using frozen Gulf crawfish tails.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Develops and promotes nutritionally supportive crawfish-based food preparations for cancer patients
      Creates and shares recipes and food preparation guidance for mild, digestible, protein-rich crawfish dishes—such as bisques, broths, salads, and casseroles—tailored to the needs of chemotherapy patients experiencing taste changes, nausea, or mouth sores, and promotes batch-cooking and freezing for treatment periods.
    • Promotes culturally responsive nutrition counseling in oncology care
      Supports integration of Southern seafood cooking traditions into oncology nutrition programs through research, clinical dialogue, and adaptation of traditional dishes to meet the dietary needs of cancer patients during treatment and recovery.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$480
Contributions & grants$480100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$368
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$646
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$646
1 years on record · 2020–2020
relationships · 24

Who they work with

  • Breast Cancer Awareness Month Partner — Times October fundraising events to coincide with Breast Cancer Awareness Month for increased visibility and donor engagement.
  • Brigham Young University Partner — Research from Brigham Young University on chronic social isolation is cited in support of the organization's approach to cancer prevention.
  • Colorectal Cancer Alliance Partner — Coordinates fundraising events during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month to align with national awareness efforts.
  • Louisiana Crawfish Producers Association Partner — Collaborating on voluntary health screening programs for member farms.
  • Louisiana state university Partner — Collaborates with researchers from a Louisiana state university on long-term water and soil monitoring related to cancer risk.
  • Louisiana university research team Partner — Collaborates with researchers to study water quality and its links to cancer in crawfish farming communities.
  • National Cancer Survivors Month Partner — Honors cancer survivors in June events to celebrate survivorship and foster community connection.
  • St. Mary Parish Partner — Target community for patient navigation and health support programs.
  • University of California, San Francisco Partner — Cited research partner whose studies on social support and treatment adherence inform the organization's approach to communal dining in cancer care.
  • agricultural extension offices Partner — Collaborates with agricultural extension offices to support health outreach for agricultural workers.
  • beverage distributor Partner — Collaborates with beverage distributors to sponsor drinks at fundraising crawfish boils.
  • cancer care programs across Louisiana and Texas Partner — Consults with registered dietitians to support use of seafood-based broths in nutritional care for cancer patients
  • comprehensive cancer center in the Gulf South region Partner — Collaborates with oncology nutrition professionals to study and apply findings on crawfish and Southern seafood in cancer care
  • local brewery Partner — Partners with local breweries or beverage distributors as drink sponsors to eliminate major variable costs.
  • local church Partner — Partnered with a local church to expand the crawfish boil into a larger community event.
  • local clinics Partner — Partners with local clinics to deliver accessible health outreach to crawfish farming communities.
  • local farmers market Partner — Collaborates with local farmers markets to sell crawfish-based products and raise funds for cancer support.
  • local seafood distributors Partner — Partners with local seafood distributors to source crawfish for year-round fundraising events and pre-order sales.
  • local seafood suppliers Partner — Partners with local seafood suppliers who donate or discount product in exchange for sponsorship recognition at crawfish boil events.
  • oncology dietitians Partner — Collaborates with oncology dietitians to align crawfish-based nutritional strategies with clinical guidance for cancer patients.
  • regional cancer center in Louisiana Partner — Collaborates with oncology social work departments to identify financial assistance needs and connect boil proceeds to local support funds.
  • regional hospital system in Mississippi Partner — Works with integrative oncology dietitians to incorporate culturally familiar foods into patient nutrition plans
  • registered dietitian who specializes in cancer care Partner — Recommends coordination with registered dietitians specializing in cancer care to ensure dietary modifications are safe and treatment-appropriate.
  • worker advocacy groups Partner — Works with worker advocacy groups to create non-threatening, accessible health outreach for crawfish farm workers.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

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  • Communal Dining as Medicine
    methodology: communal-dining-as-medicine
    By hosting culturally resonant crawfish boils, we produce measurable biological and psychological benefits in cancer patients because shared meals reduce stress, foster social connection, and support recovery through both nutrition and parasympathetic activation.
  • Community-First Fundraising Model
    methodology: community-first_fundraising
    By framing events as community gatherings rather than traditional fundraisers, we generate higher engagement and donations because authentic relationship-building fosters organic generosity and sustained participation.
  • Culturally Rooted Mutual Aid
    methodology: culturally_rooted_mutual_aid
    By grounding support in shared cultural traditions like crawfish boils, we sustain cancer care within communities because cultural familiarity strengthens trust, increases participation, and enables natural, relationship-based giving and resilience.
  • Food Adaptation for Treatment Symptom Management
    methodology: symptom-adapted_nutrition
    By modifying food preparation and texture—using cold preparations, mild broths, and soft textures—we improve nutritional intake during cancer treatment because these adaptations reduce sensory aversion and accommodate treatment-related side effects like nausea and swallowing difficulties.
  • Prevention and Advocacy at the Source
    methodology: prevention-at-the-source
    By focusing on systemic changes and policy advocacy for agricultural workers, we reduce cancer incidence and address root causes because environmental and occupational risks are mitigated before illness develops, particularly in high-risk, underserved populations.