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Not to be confused with American Breast Cancer Foundation.

The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is a U.S. breast cancer organization[1][2] that promotes breast cancer awareness and education, provides free screening services, and supports breast cancer patients and survivors.[3]

NBCF was founded by Janelle Hail in 1991 after her own experience with surviving breast cancer, to provide information to breast cancer patients.[4] The organization focuses heavily on education and early detection.[4] [5]

Through its National Mammography Program, NBCF provides free mammograms and diagnostic care services to underserved women by partnering with medical facilities across the U.S.[6][7] It also partners with Convoy of Hope to provide breast cancer education and resources to women in need.[8] NBCF provides a patient navigator program, HOPE Kits, metastatic breast cancer retreats, and the online Beyond the Shock educational forum.[9]

Through its Game Pink fundraiser, professional video game players raise money for NBCF through live-streaming and in-person events.[10]

References

  1. ^ Walansky, Aly. "These Pink Cocktails Are Almost As Beautiful As The Cause They Support". Forbes. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  2. ^ "Breast cancer charities: Where to give — and where to avoid". USA TODAY. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  3. ^ Candid. "National Breast Cancer Foundation". Philanthropy News Digest (PND). Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  4. ^ a b Luna, Nicole (2017-10-11). "National Breast Cancer Foundation offers support services and education". Community Impact Newspaper. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  5. ^ NBCF. "The NBCF Story :: The National Breast Cancer Foundation". www.nationalbreastcancer.org. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  6. ^ "7 free or low-cost mammogram options". KJRH. 2018-10-11. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  7. ^ "Charity Navigator - Rating for National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc". Charity Navigator. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  8. ^ "Convoy of Hope and NBCF serve more than 70,000 women". Convoy of Hope. 2018-10-25. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  9. ^ NBCF. "Our Programs :: The National Breast Cancer Foundation". www.nationalbreastcancer.org. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  10. ^ Liz McGathey. "National Breast Cancer Foundation Game Pink event raises $100K". Star Local. Retrieved 2019-04-12.

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