Our Programs
1. Maui Memorial Medical Center Foundation
Grants provided by the Breast Cancer Research and Assistance Fund help the Maui Memorial Medical Center Foundation provide ongoing research and assistance to breast cancer patients whose needs would otherwise go unmet. Our partnership facilitates exceptional patient care in a professional and caring environment using state of the art technology and treatment, including the purchase of a Mammotome breast biopsy vacuum system to help diagnose breast abnormalities with a high degree of accuracy. BCRAF is committed to supporting MMMCF in its fight against breast cancer through support and educational programs for cancer victims and their families, promoting effective healthcare initiatives, providing assistance for women who need breast cancer screening, funding research projects, and continually improving treatments, equipment, and technology to aid in the fight.
2. Esperanza De Vida (Hope Of Life)
Provides medical supplies, medical equipment and humanitarian aid to be used by those in need in hospitals and clinics in Guatemala that treat cancer and other degenerative diseases. The hospitals and clinics provide much needed medical care to many of the needy and disadvantaged people of their areas; charging only the minimum amount, or in most cases nothing, for fees needed to provide the medical care. The regions they serve are some of the over twenty targeted areas by the World Health Organization to combat various degenerative diseases. Some diseases are spreading at epidemic rates. The lack of properly equipped medical facilities and medical supplies further contributes to the ongoing challenge of saving lives. Esperanza De Vida distributes medical supplies to 5 hospitals in the Zacapa Region that treat approximately 60,000 diabetics, 23,000 cancer patients and 25,000 children yearly.
Oasis of Hope Hospital, with locations in Tijuana, Mexico and Irvine, California, offers advanced, integrated cancer treatment programs. Patients receive the highest quality care that addresses not only their physical needs, but also helps them fight their disease with a “Total Care” approach which includes nutritional, emotional and spiritual counseling and educational programs for patients and family members. Breast Cancer Research and Assistance Fund provides grants to advance research and patient care, helping Oasis of Hope patients achieve cancer survival rates that are higher than the national average. BCRAF supports Oasis of Hope in treating breast cancer through traditional therapies, clinically proven alternative treatments, and holistic methods designed to promote wellness in all areas of the patients life.
THE 3000 CLUB, located in Phoenix, AZ distributes fresh fruits and vegetables to needy people in Arizona. Breast Cancer Research and Assistance Fund networks with the 3000 Club to promote the prevention of cancer through people eating a healthy diet that is predominately fruits and vegetables. Thousands of pounds of fruits and vegetables are donated to domestic individuals in the Phoenix area. Scientific research concludes that the best diet for preventing cancer is one that is low in fat and high in vegetables and fruits. Overall, one-third of the most common cancers can be prevented.
Breast Cancer Research & Assistance Fund is a nonprofit charity designated as tax-exempt under Section 501(C)3 by the Internal Revenue Service. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Our tax ID is #86-0957009. All transactions on our Web site are safe and secure.