Breast Cancer Research Foundation
The HOPES Program focuses on improving the quality of life and well-being of Cancer Center patients, their families and friends through free wellness services plus education and support workshops. These services help you take care of your whole self — mind, body and spirit.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Since its founding in 1947, Dana-Farber has been committed to providing adults and children with cancer with the best treatment available today while developing tomorrow's cures through cutting-edge research.
Lahey Clinic Cancer Center
A full range of comprehensive medical and surgical specialists are available at the Sophia Gordon Cancer Center at Lahey Clinic. Board-certified physicians in medical oncology, radiation oncology and surgical oncology collaborate to bring personalized, compassionate care to patients.
Maine Children's Cancer Program
The Maine Children's Cancer Program is to provide integrated, comprehensive, clinical research based medical care and psychosocial and practical support services to infants, children, and adolescents with cancer from throughout the state of Maine.
Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center - The HOPES Center
The HOPES Program focuses on improving the quality of life and well-being of Cancer Center patients, their families and friends through free wellness services plus education and support workshops. These services help you take care of your whole self — mind, body and spirit.
Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center
The Cancer Center offers patients access to a wide variety of clinical trials of promising new therapies.
National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC)
NBCC's mission is to eradicate breast cancer by focusing the administration, U.S. Congress, research institutions and consumer advocates on breast cancer. NBCC encourages all those concerned about this disease to become advocates for action and change.
Ovations for the Cure
Ovations for the Cure, Inc. is dedicated to the relentless pursuit of a cure for ovarian cancer.
Pan-Massachusetts Challenge – Jimmy Fund
The PMC is nationally recognized as a model in fundraising efficiency, it generates half of the Jimmy Fund's annual revenue and it is Dana-Farber's largest contributor.
Southcoast Hospitals Group
Southcoast Health System is a community based health delivery system with multiple access points, offering an integrated continuum of health services throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and East Bay, Rhode Island.
Tufts New England Medical Center
The cancer specialists at Tufts Medical Center's Cancer Center, a major academic medical institution, offer a unique array of multidisciplinary and integrated care programs for the treatment of all types of common and rare cancers in both adults and children.
The Magical Moon Foundation
The Magical Moon Foundation in Marshfield Massachusetts. Their mission is to nurture and empower children with cancer.
Loving Arms Cancer Outreach
Loving Arms Cancer Outreach is a 501(c)3 organization based out of Marietta, GA. They help cancer patients directly (i.e. financial support, utilities, groceries, gas, transportation, prepared meals, co-pays, prescriptions, support groups, etc.), in an effort to make their journey with cancer less stressful.
Seeds 2 Life
Seeds 2 Life A portion of the donations received in exchange for Mel's Bracelet™ during the month of March will be gifted to Seeds2 Life
in Memphis, TN. They are a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving health
conditions though innovative self-breast exam, breast cancer education, and support services.
The Stowe Weekend of Hope
The Stowe Weekend of Hope, through a partnership of Vermont's medical community and Stowe's hospitality businesses, offers a healthy, inspirational retreat weekend for cancer survivors and their families. The Weekend of Hope is FREE and open to the public. Survivors of all types of cancer are welcome to attend. Lodging properties throughout Stowe offer free rooms to first time attendees and discounted rooms to returnees.
The Morgan Center
The Morgan Center in Hicksville, New York is a 501(c)(3) not for profit charitable organization dedicated to providing preschool age children who are undergoing treatment for cancer the opportunity to learn and socialize in a safe environment. The center takes special precautions to limit exposure to germs including special cleanings and supplies, modified activities and adherence to specific codes of conduct. The Morgan Center is provided free of charge to the children and their families.
Bone Marrow Transplant Program at the University of Illinois Medical Center
This program provides direct financial support for bone marrow transplant patients who have difficulty covering the costs of co-pays, prescription medication, travel, and other expenses related to their treatment. Through the generosity of a private donor who has committed to a one-to-one challenge, funding from the Friends of Mel Foundation will be matched dollar for dollar.
Gilda's Club South Jersey (GCSJ)
Our selection for February's Mel's Magic is Gilda's Club South Jersey (GCSJ). Gilda's Club is named in honor of comedian Gilda Radner who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 1986. They offer support groups, lectures, workshops and social events as a supplement to medical care in a warm and welcoming home-like setting. Their program is free of charge to all members
and open to everyone touched by cancer.
Pathfinders for Cancer
Pathfinders for Cancer is a non-profit, psychosocial support program for cancer patients, caregivers, family members and the
community. The Colorado Chapter of Pathfinders works in collaboration with hospitals and other cancer support organizations to provide patients and their caregivers with the tools needed to live their life productively through their cancer journey.
Children's Treehouse Foundation
Children's Treehouse Foundation provides hospital-based, cancer-focused, psychosocial intervention training and programming dedicated to improving the emotional health of children whose parents have cancer.
National Brain Tumor Society
The National Brain Tumor Society offers top-notch resources and caring support for everyone affected by brain tumors. They provide education and information to help patients, families, and caregivers make informed decisions and develop strong support systems during every stage of the journey.
Camp Casey
Camp Casey is a nonprofit horseback riding program for children with cancer. They are located in Michigan and offer 3 unique
programs: Horsey House Calls, Outlaw Outings, and Cowboy Camp Outs. Their programs offer a much-needed break from cancer to children & their families. Through generous donations and amazing volunteers, Camp Casey has spread the
healing power of horses for over eight years.
First Descents
First Descents offers young adult cancer fighters and survivors (ages 18 to 39) a free week-long outdoor adventure experience designed to enable them to climb, paddle and surf beyond their diagnosis, defy their cancer, reclaim their lives and connect with others doing the same.
ThyCa: Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association
ThyCa: Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association is a national non-profit 501(c)(3) organization of thyroid cancer survivors, family members, and healthcare professionals. They are dedicated to support, education, and communication for thyroid cancer survivors, their families and friends.
All 4 One Alliance
The Cancer Resource Foundation, Inc. has joined with CancerCare, Inc, The Breast Form Fund, and The Friends of Mel Foundation to form the All4One Alliance. This partnership with one shared mission is committed to helping all
underserved women recover from breast cancer with dignity.
Lung Cancer Alliance
Providing patient support and advocacy for those living with or at risk for lung cancer in Massachusetts. LCA-MA is committed to reversing decades of stigma and neglect by empowering patients, elevating awareness and changing health policy.
Facing Cancer Together (FCT)
FCT serves people with all types of cancer at all stages of the disease. Their mission is to provide support, wellness and educational services to all people affected by cancer, regardless of their capacity to pay.
The Cancer Support Community – Massachusetts South Shore (CSC-MSS)
The Cancer Support Community – Massachusetts South Shore (CSC-MSS) has as its mission to provide a comprehensive program of services that help people who have been impacted by cancer enhance their health and well-being through professionally led programs of emotional support and education. All their programs, which are designed to enhance the mind, body and spirit, are provided free of charge and offered in a comfortable home-like environment.
Ellie Fund
"The Ellie Fund is deeply grateful to the Friends of Mel Foundation for their generous support of our mission to fight breast cancer and ease its effects on patients and families.
Their level of professionalism is outstanding, they always go the extra mile to help us, and as our applications for support have increased dramatically over last year, we are able to count on their dedication to our patients to help us through this difficult economic period.
We know of no other organization as exceptional as the Friends of Mel Foundation. Their attention to detail, commitment to outstanding customer service, and ability to help so many is to be commended and celebrated. Their selfless giving is an inspiration to us all and makes them a blessing to work with."
- Julie Nations, Executive Director
The Colon Cancer Alliance
The Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA) s the oldest and largest national patient advocacy organization dedicated to ending the suffering caused by colorectal cancer. In order to increase rates of screening and survivorship, the CCA provides patient support, public education,
supports research and conducts advocacy work across America.
The Stowe Weekend of Hope
The Stowe Weekend of Hope is an annual forum for education, enlightenment, and recreation for cancer patients and survivors with any type of cancer…and their families. The focus is to inspire, educate, and celebrate the lives of people living with cancer.
The Scan Foundation
(Skin Cancer Awareness Network) was
founded in 2006 by Marilyn Fry, a survivor of melanoma. Her mission is to use her experience and second opportunity for life to educate members of the community on the harmful effects of the sun, to help them avoid this preventable disease, and to provide information on care options treatment. Their mission is to support community outreach programs and help educate the public about safe exposure and fun in the sun.
Camp Kesem
Friends of Mel donated to Camp Kesem's
Indiana University and Northwestern locations! Since 2000, Camp Kesem has given children affected by a parent’s cancer the opportunity to just be kids. The ever-expanding Kesem community engages in camp activities like sports, arts and crafts, and drama to give campers a fun-filled week. The tremendous fun and support campers experience is what makes Camp Kesem a transformative, magical week for campers and counselors alike.
Imerman Angels
Imerman Angels carefully matches and individually pairs a person touched by
cancer (a cancer fighter or survivor) with someone who has fought and survived
the same type of cancer (a Mentor Angel). Cancer caregivers (spouses, parents,
children and other family and friends of fighters) also receive 1-on-1 connections with other caregivers and survivors.
Reel Recovery
Reel Recovery was founded in 2003 by a group of avid fly-fishers, inspired
by their fishing buddy’s ongoing battle with brain cancer. Witnessing first-hand
the beneficial impact fly-fishing provided their friend, they created Reel Recovery to provide the same opportunity for other men battling the disease. Combining expert fly-fishing instruction with directed “courageous conversations”, the organization provides men with all forms of cancer a unique opportunity to share their stories, learn a new skill, form lasting friendships and gain renewed hope as they confront the challenges of cancer.
Ovations for the Cure
Ovations for the Cure, Inc. is dedicated to the relentless pursuit of a cure for ovarian cancer.
Women Beyond Cancer
Women Beyond Cancer s a 501c3 corporation offering free retreats for women dealing with any type of cancer. They provide an opportunity for women to get away from it all while dealing with the physical as well as emotional impact of
cancer.
Retreats are located in:
-East Orland, Maine
-Aiken, South Carolina
-Island Park, Moab, a& Park City, Utah
Lung Cancer Alliance of Massachusetts
Lung Cancer Alliance of Massachusetts (LCA-MA) is a full service radiation oncology facility, utilizing state-of-the-art technology in the fight against cancer.
Amy's Treat
Amy's Treat is dedicated to providing solutions to the day-to-day difficulties of living with cancer and offers unexpected "treats" to renew the spirit.
Heaps of Hope
Heaps of Hope continues the fight against breast cancer and other cancers by inspiring and supporting all women in their cancer journey. They are dedicated to providing a life line to women by easing the burdens created by cancer.
