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Conducts and supports scientific research on melanoma, vitiligo, psoriasis, antimicrobial peptides, skin stem cell function, wound healing, and skin cancer, contributing to improved understanding of diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and potential cures.

Awards grants to support research on melanoma, vitiligo, psoriasis, and other skin diseases, with over $50 million committed and more than $1 million in annual grant funding provided to early-career and established scientists. Has supported over 300 young scientists and dermatology investigators.

Runs a long-standing Research Scholars program that supports early-career dermatology researchers through training and professional development opportunities, operating for over 16 years.

Offers free public education on skin health through a hotline, website, publications, and educational programs such as "The Wonders of Skin" for K-12 and "The Skin You're In" distributed to 15,000 middle schools. Has reached over 12 million young people, teachers, and parents with sun safety and skin health education.

Presents the Founders Award and Research Achievement Awards at professional dermatology events such as the Society for Investigative Dermatology to recognize excellence in research.

Offers scholarships to high school students from Babylon Township who meet the organization's eligibility criteria.

Engages in advocacy efforts to promote legislation that increases funding for environmental research related to breast and gynecological cancers.

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.

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.

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.

Engages in research initiatives focused on breast and gynecological cancers to advance understanding and outcomes.

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.

Provides transportation to chemotherapy, doctor’s appointments, and radiation treatments for cancer patients in active treatment.

Offers evidence-based educational programming and community outreach on tick bite avoidance, tick identification, early symptom recognition, and prevention strategies for both humans and pets. Delivers workshops to adults and youth groups, including schools, summer camps, and parks, and has conducted hundreds of community presentations.

Shares personal stories of individuals affected by Lyme disease to raise public awareness and support advocacy efforts, including through participation in events like the Alliance's Lyme Summit.

Works to strengthen the organization’s role as a trusted regional resource through education, prevention, advocacy, and community engagement focused on Lyme and other tick-borne diseases.

Supports research and promotes awareness of tick-borne diseases through a collaborative network of healthcare providers, scientists, and community members to strengthen regional capacity and response.

Recruits volunteers and tailors volunteer roles to individual skills and interests to support organizational activities.