AD Cancer Foundation
Hattiesburg / Pine Belt
A small Hattiesburg based 501(c)(3) cancer foundation founded in 2020. No public program details are published beyond nonprofit registry listings.
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Amanda W. Lockey Foundation
Richland, Mississippi
The Amanda W Lockey Foundation advances scientific and medical research related to the diagnosis, treatment, cure and prevention of pancreatic cancer, neuroendocrine cancer and other forms of cancer through fundraising efforts. The foundation provides financial support for promising cancer treatment trials at the University of Kentucky - Markey Cancer Center, supporting ongoing clinical trials that show promise for cancer survival rates.
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American Cancer Society Hope Lodge, Jackson
Jackson, Mississippi
The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge Jackson MS provides free lodging for cancer patients and their caregivers during treatment. The organization offers 24-hour information and support services via phone, email, and online chats, and operates transportation programs like Road to Recovery to help patients get to and from treatment.
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American Cancer Society, Mississippi
Jackson, Mississippi
The American Cancer Society Mississippi Chapter provides comprehensive support services to cancer patients and their families throughout Mississippi. The organization offers advocacy, education, research funding, and various support programs to help those affected by cancer navigate their journey and improve outcomes.
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American Cancer Society, Shuck Cancer Gulf Coast
Biloxi, Mississippi
The American Cancer Society organizes the Shuck Cancer Gulf Coast fundraising event to support cancer patients across coastal and rural Mississippi. The organization provides transportation, lodging, and access to care for cancer patients, including programs like Hope Lodge which offers free lodging for patients and caregivers during treatment.
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Amite County Medical Services Patient Assistance Program
Liberty, Mississippi
Amite County Medical Services participates in the Mississippi State Department of Health Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, providing screening services to uninsured and underserved women. The organization offers Pap exam screening at their approved clinic locations and provides referral vouchers for mammography screening through contracted hospital providers.
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Baptist Cancer Center, Anderson
Meridian, Mississippi
Baptist Cancer Center-Anderson provides comprehensive cancer care services including advanced treatments, personalized care plans, and extensive support services to cancer patients and their families. The organization offers a holistic approach that includes emotional, psychological, and practical support throughout the treatment journey. Their multidisciplinary team of oncologists, nurses, and support staff work collaboratively to create individualized treatment plans using the latest medical advancements.
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Baptist Memorial Health Care, Anderson Cancer Center
Meridian, Mississippi
Baptist Memorial Health Care operates Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center and provides comprehensive healthcare services including cancer care through the Baptist Cancer Center. The organization offers financial assistance programs to help cancer patients access treatment regardless of their ability to pay, and provides support for transportation, medications, medical equipment and other needs for underinsured cancer patients.
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Best Dressed Jackson
Jackson, Mississippi
Best Dressed Jackson hosts an annual fundraising event benefiting the American Cancer Society. The organization raises funds to support critical patient services, Hope Lodge housing, transportation to treatment, cancer research, and education for Mississippi residents. The event honors fashion-forward leadership professionals who are making a positive impact in the Jackson metro area.
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Brave Brilliant and Resilient
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Brave Brilliant and Resilient is a cancer center support group that welcomes current patients and caregivers. The organization provides a space for cancer patients and caregivers to talk with and support others going through similar experiences, presenting new topics each month.
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Breast Education and Early-detection Project (BEEP)
Cleveland, Mississippi
The Breast Education and Early-detection Project provides breast cancer awareness education and free mammogram screenings to women in the Mississippi Delta region. The organization focuses on serving women with limited access to preventive care through community-based workshops and health programs.
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Breast Friends Forever
Jackson Metro
Breast Friends Forever supports breast cancer patients and survivors in the Jackson area, providing gifts to those in need.
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Camp Bluebird (North Mississippi Medical Center)
Tupelo and Northeast Mississippi
A free annual camp day for adult cancer survivors hosted by North Mississippi Medical Center at Tombigbee State Park near Plantersville, offering entertainment and fellowship with other survivors.
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Camp Hopewell
Oxford, Mississippi
A free family camp for the entire immediate family of a child with cancer, with fun for everyone and time for parents to recharge.
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Camp Kamassa
Crystal Springs, Mississippi
Camp Kamassa operates a year-round, fully accessible camp facility in Mississippi for children and adults with chronic illness, physical and intellectual challenges, and other special needs. The organization provides traditional camping experiences and therapeutic benefits for individuals facing various health conditions, including cancer patients. Camp Kamassa serves as a place of hope and acceptance where campers can experience fun, adventure, and educational opportunities regardless of their unique abilities.
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Camp Rising Sun
Columbus, Mississippi
Camp Rising Sun provides a week-long summer camp experience for children ages 6-16 who have been or are currently being treated for cancer. The organization offers traditional camp activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, and campfires to help children enjoy a normal camp experience during their cancer journey.
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Cancer Kids First Mississippi
Jackson, Mississippi
Cancer Kids First Mississippi provides support and resources to children with cancer and their families throughout Mississippi. The organization focuses on helping pediatric cancer patients and their caregivers navigate their cancer journey with comprehensive assistance and advocacy.
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Cancer League of Jackson
Jackson Metro
The Cancer League of Jackson is a local nonprofit working to fight cancer in the Jackson, Mississippi community.
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Children's Foundation of Mississippi
Jackson, Mississippi
The Children's Foundation of Mississippi works to raise awareness about childhood cancer and advocates for better funding for pediatric cancer research. The organization supports families affected by childhood cancer by promoting early diagnosis, treatment access, and community support in Mississippi.
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Children's of Mississippi Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
Mississippi (statewide)
The only center in Mississippi providing comprehensive care for children with cancer or blood related diseases, serving roughly 800 children with cancer plus patients with sickle cell and other blood disorders. Outpatient clinic includes chemotherapy, monitoring and family waiting and play areas.
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Delta Cotton Belles
Greenville, Mississippi
Delta Cotton Belles provides support programs and community outreach services for cancer survivors and those affected by cancer. The organization offers various ways for individuals to get involved in supporting cancer patients and hosts fundraising events including an annual tennis tournament.
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DeSoto Hope
Southaven, Mississippi
DeSoto Hope provides Hope Baskets to residents of DeSoto County, MS who are beginning cancer treatment, offering comfort, encouragement, and support. The organization also offers travel grants to help individuals seek second opinions and scholarships for students whose families have been impacted by cancer.
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Edna B. and Joyce Fay Washington Breast Cancer Foundation
Natchez, Mississippi
The organization promotes healing for breast cancer patients through culturally sensitive programs that address psychological, emotional, spiritual, and educational needs of medically underserved women. They provide support groups like Sisters In Touch for breast cancer survivors and offer free mammograms to medically uninsured and underinsured women in the Miss-Lou region.
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Forrest General Healthcare Foundation
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
The Forrest General Healthcare Foundation is the philanthropic division of Forrest General Hospital that works to enrich healthcare services in South Mississippi. The foundation has supported cancer care by funding the Becky and Bill Oliver Healing Garden at Forrest General's Cancer Center, which provides patients, loved ones, and visitors with a quiet and serene outdoor space away from treatment areas.
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Forrest Health Cancer Center
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Forrest Health operates the Forrest General Cancer Center in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, providing comprehensive cancer services including detection, prevention, and treatment. The organization offers a multidisciplinary approach with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and specialized nursing staff to support cancer patients through their treatment journey. Their services include inpatient oncology units, outpatient chemotherapy, and various clinical solutions designed to meet the unique needs of cancer patients.
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Friends of Children's Hospital
Jackson, Mississippi
Friends of Children's Hospital supports children and families at Mississippi's only children's hospital by providing hope, joy, and various support services. The organization focuses on helping children stay healthy and happy through fundraising events, volunteer programs, and direct patient support initiatives.
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G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center
Canton, Mississippi
G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center provides breast and cervical cancer screening services, including mammograms and Pap exams, with a focus on serving uninsured and underserved women. The organization partners with the Mississippi Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program to offer early detection services to high-risk populations. Their expert team supports patients throughout the screening process and provides services in both English and Spanish.
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Going Gold for MS Kids
Jackson, Mississippi
Going Gold for MS Kids raises awareness for children fighting cancer in Mississippi by telling their stories and honoring their battles. The organization was created in memory of Campbell Grady Dale and works to support the state's youngest cancer heroes and their families.
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Hattiesburg Clinic Cancer Services
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Hattiesburg Clinic is a Diamond Level Presenting Sponsor of the Pink Ribbon Fund, providing ongoing monetary contributions and helping connect patients to financial assistance resources. The clinic supports breast cancer patients in the Pine Belt region through its Surgery Breast Center, Hematology/Oncology, and Plastic Surgery departments.
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Health Care Foundation of North Mississippi
Tupelo, Mississippi
The Health Care Foundation of North Mississippi supports the continued improvement of health in their region through philanthropic resources. The foundation operates special events including Take A Swing At Cancer, which directly supports cancer-related initiatives and patient care programs.
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Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health
Jackson, Mississippi
The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health works to reduce health disparities among underserved populations in Mississippi through collaborative partnerships, community-driven initiatives, and evidence-based public health interventions. The organization provides breast cancer awareness programs and chronic disease support services. Their health equity programs focus on improving maternal outcomes, reducing chronic disease, and advancing equity in healthcare access.
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Jackson Medical Mall Foundation
Jackson, Mississippi
The Jackson Medical Mall Foundation manages the Jackson Medical Mall Thad Cochran Center and provides various programs and services for residents in Central Mississippi and statewide. The organization offers transportation services for individuals receiving cancer treatment at the University of Mississippi Medical Center Cancer Institute located at the Jackson Medical Mall and maintains a lounge for dialysis and cancer patients who visit the facility.
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Keep Your Hair
Jackson Metro
Keep Your Hair is a cancer nonprofit based in Ridgeland, Mississippi, founded in 2020 and serving the Jackson metro area. No program details are published on a public website of its own.
Keep Your Hair Initiative
Ridgeland, Mississippi
Keep Your Hair Initiative supports women receiving chemotherapy by providing cold caps to reduce hair loss during treatment. The organization aims to help preserve patients' mental health, self-esteem, and quality of life by making hair loss optional through this scalp cooling technology.
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Maddy's Memories Foundation
Olive Branch, Mississippi
Maddy's Memories Foundation provides resources and means necessary to ensure families facing pediatric cancer are able to create special memories that will be forever cherished. The organization was established in memory of Maddy Pitman, who fought bravely against infant leukemia for over 2 years.
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Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Natchez
Natchez, Mississippi
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Natchez provides leading-edge radiation therapy and comprehensive cancer care to Adams County area residents. The center's experienced medical staff and treatment team deliver individualized, advanced cancer care in a comfortable and supportive setting.
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Memorial Health System Cancer Center
Gulfport, Mississippi
Memorial Health System provides comprehensive cancer support services including support groups, financial assistance programs, and patient navigation services. The organization offers resources to help cancer patients and caregivers navigate their journey through treatment and recovery.
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Memorial Hospital at Gulfport (National Breast Cancer Foundation Partner Program)
Mississippi Gulf Coast
Through the National Breast Cancer Foundation Mammography Patient Relief Fund, Memorial Hospital at Gulfport Foundation's Breast Imaging Fund covers mammograms, breast ultrasounds, and breast MRIs for Mississippi Gulf Coast women who cannot afford them. The program helps roughly 60 women a year across four coastal locations.
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Merit Health Central Cancer Care
Jackson, Mississippi
Merit Health Central provides comprehensive cancer care support services including educational resources, nutritional counseling, support groups, spiritual care, and transportation assistance. The organization offers advanced diagnostic imaging technologies and screening services to help detect cancer at early stages and support patients throughout their treatment journey.
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Merit Health Central Cancer Patient Support
Jackson metro area
Jackson hospital offering cancer patients and families education resources, dietitian counseling, support groups and classes, a cancer boutique, chaplain support and help with transportation to and from treatment.
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Merit Health Woman's Hospital Cancer Care
Flowood, Mississippi
Merit Health Woman's Hospital provides specialized cancer care services for women, including breast cancer treatment and support programs. The hospital operates Journey in Pink, a breast cancer support group that helps survivors connect with others who have faced similar experiences through virtual monthly meetings.
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Mississippi HPV Roundtable
Jackson, Mississippi
The Mississippi HPV Roundtable builds collaboration and enhances communication across Mississippi to increase HPV vaccination rates. The organization works to prevent HPV-related cancers through education, advocacy, and resources for parents and healthcare providers.
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Mississippi Lung Cancer Roundtable
Jackson, Mississippi
The Mississippi Lung Cancer Roundtable brings together healthcare professionals, advocates, and community members to address lung cancer issues in Mississippi. The organization works to improve lung cancer outcomes through education, awareness initiatives, and collaborative efforts to support patients and families affected by lung cancer.
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Mississippi Partnership for Comprehensive Cancer Control
Jackson, Mississippi
The Mississippi Partnership for Comprehensive Cancer Control (MP3C) is a coalition of individuals and organizations that coordinate the implementation of Mississippi's statewide cancer control plan. The partnership is organized into five regional groups that work together to address the cancer burden in their respective communities throughout the state.
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Mississippi Public Health Institute
Ridgeland, Mississippi
The Mississippi Public Health Institute partners with healthcare facilities to implement community-based survivorship care programs for cancer patients in underserved regions. The organization leverages nurse navigators, social workers, and community health workers to improve outcomes and quality of life for cancer survivors through evidence-based community care models.
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Mississippi State Department of Health - Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
Mississippi (statewide)
Mississippi's state Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program provides free breast and cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services to uninsured and underserved women through more than 110 contracted providers at over 300 sites statewide. Women diagnosed through the program are referred for follow-up care and Medicaid treatment coverage.
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Mississippi State Department of Health (Cancer Thriving and Surviving)
Meridian / Lauderdale County
Cancer Thriving and Surviving is a Mississippi State Department of Health self-management workshop series for cancer survivors, offered in the Meridian area. It teaches survivors skills for managing symptoms, treatment side effects, and daily life after cancer.
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Mississippi State University Extension Service - Health Programs
Starkville, Mississippi
The Mississippi Partnership for Comprehensive Cancer Control (MP3C) is a coalition of individuals representing various community, government and health care agencies across Mississippi working to combat cancer. The coalition develops comprehensive cancer control strategies addressing the continuum of services from primary prevention and early detection through effective treatment, quality care, and end-of-life issues. The 70X2020 Colorectal Cancer Screening Initiative Partnership Coalition specifically focuses on colorectal cancer screening initiatives.
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Mississippi Toughest Kids Foundation
Madison, Mississippi
The Mississippi Toughest Kids Foundation operates camps for children with special health needs, including pediatric cancer patients. The organization works to create a coalition among various camps in Mississippi and aims to establish a unified campsite designed specifically for children with special health needs.
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Necessary for Nessa
Byhalia and Marshall County, Mississippi
Cancer focused nonprofit based in Byhalia, Mississippi, founded in 2023 (EIN 93-1788443). No official website or program description could be located, so services are unconfirmed.
Newk's Cares
Jackson, Mississippi
Newk's Cares is an initiative that raises awareness about ovarian cancer and funds research to improve early diagnosis rates. The organization supports women and families affected by ovarian cancer through partnerships with research organizations and educational outreach about symptoms and warning signs.
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NMMC Cancer Care (Starkville Cancer Journey Support Group)
Starkville / Golden Triangle and north Mississippi
North Mississippi Medical Center Cancer Care runs a quarterly Cancer Journey Support Group in Starkville for patients and families at any stage, from newly diagnosed to remission. NMMC Cancer Care also offers oncology social work, counseling, community referrals, wigs and head coverings, and food pantry assistance.
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NMMC Cancer Care Starkville (Oncology Social Work and Cancer Care Fund)
Starkville and the Golden Triangle region of Mississippi
Oncology social workers at NMMC's Starkville cancer care site help patients with transportation, finances and emotional support, and connect them to wigs, head coverings, food pantries and local resources. The Cancer Care Fund of the Health Care Foundation of North Mississippi assists with medications, nutritional supplements and transportation, and a Cancer Journey support group meets in Starkville.
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North Mississippi Health Services Cancer Care
Tupelo, Mississippi
North Mississippi Health Services provides comprehensive cancer care resources and support services for patients and families throughout their cancer journey. The organization offers holistic support through social workers, registered dietitians, support groups, wellness programs, survivor events, and financial assistance programs. Their Cancer Care team connects patients with resources both within the health system and in the broader community.
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North Mississippi Medical Center Cancer Care - Resources and Support
Tupelo, Starkville and Northeast Mississippi
NMMC Cancer Care offers Northeast Mississippi cancer patients oncology social work, nutrition counseling, free wigs and head coverings, food pantry and financial resource referrals, the Cancer Journey Support Group in Tupelo and Starkville, a cancer wellness exercise program at five wellness centers, and the free Camp Bluebird survivor retreat day. Financial help with medications, supplements and transportation is available through the Cancer Care Fund.
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Pinebelt Foundation
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
The Pinebelt Foundation manages multiple field of interest funds including programs that support cancer patients through travel assistance and treatment support. The foundation operates funds like the Cancer Patient Travel Assistance Fund which provides gas cards to cancer patients who need help with travel expenses for treatments, and Faith For A Cure which assists those battling cancer with priority given to breast cancer patients in multiple counties.
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Pink Heart Funds
Biloxi, Mississippi
Pink Heart Funds compassionately cares for cancer patients while inspiring hope and encouragement to endure their battle with grace. The organization provides programs and services including a wig program and breast prosthesis program to support cancer patients in their journey.
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Pink Hearts Support Group
Mississippi Gulf Coast
A monthly Gulfport support group for cancer patients listed among Singing River Health System's cancer patient support programs. Singing River also offers individual counseling, ostomy support, a wig and prosthesis boutique, financial assistance, and survivorship wellness programs.
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mississippi
Jackson, Mississippi
Ronald McDonald House is a haven for families with children in the hospital. It provides all the comforts of home, plus the compassion of staff, volunteers, and other families - all just steps away from the hospital.
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Runnels Foundation (Operation Bloom)
Jackson metro area, Mississippi
Mississippi 501(c)(3) foundation based in Flowood whose Operation Bloom program works to improve breast healthcare for women by providing free breast cancer screening to identify those at risk. No official website was found, so details beyond the nonprofit filing are unconfirmed.
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