Cancer Fighters Of Houston Inc
About Cancer Fighters Of Houston Inc
Cancer Fighters of Houston started with nine Houstonians pooling $100 each, and it still carries that same neighbor-to-neighbor energy. The group raises money for cancer research through lectures, seminars, and community events across Houston, while also supporting seed grants and an annual scholarship for an endoscopy technician student. If you want to back an organization that keeps the focus on both research and education, this is a clear one to know.
What sets Cancer Fighters of Houston apart is how directly it connects public-facing fundraising with practical support for research and training. The group doesn’t stop at event nights and lectures, it also awards seed grants and supports an annual scholarship for HCC endoscopy technician training.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Educational lectures and seminars
Educational events on topics such as longevity and wellness, cardiovascular health, exercise, nutrition, and cancer care.
Fundraising events
Events held throughout the year to raise money for cancer research, including casino nights and holiday gatherings.
Seed grants for cancer research
Seed grants that support cancer research and also provide clinical and educational services.
Endoscopy technician training scholarships
A named scholarship that supports one student each year in the HCC endoscopy program.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
Cancer Fighters of Houston seeks to eradicate cancer in all its forms by increasing cancer awareness and advancing cancer research through education and events.
Who they serve
People impacted by cancer, cancer researchers, and students pursuing endoscopy technician certification.
Their impact
- Held a longevity and wellness educational seminar in January 2024 with 19 attendees and one physician speaker.
- Held a cardiovascular health educational seminar in June 2024 with 44 attendees and one physician speaker.
- Awarded a $50,000 grant to The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Department of Clinical Cancer Prevention for breast cancer vaccine research.
- Presented a $25,000 check to Dr. Michael Davies in 2021.
- Launched a $10,000 annual scholarship for students in the HCC Houston Community College endoscopic training program.
- A $14,500 grant to Jean N. Vauthey contributed to a subsequent $200,000 pharmaceutical company grant and funding for 2 research fellows.
How your donation helps
- Cancer research seed grants
- Clinical and educational services
- Educational lectures and seminars
- Endoscopy technician certification scholarships
Our story
In the spring of 1980, nine female Houstonians came together to start Cancer Fighters of Houston after cancer had touched their families and close friends, and one founder was living with breast cancer herself. They each put in $100, then built the organization around a shared effort to support the fight against cancer through research, education, and clinical service.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Cancer Fighters Of Houston Inc’s services.
Researchers can apply for grant support through the Cancer Fighters Grant Request Form. Students interested in the endoscopy scholarship can apply through the HCC Endoscopy Scholarship Application form.
In their words
Cancer Fighters of Houston remains steadfast in our mission to support the research for the fight against cancer!
We work hard each year towards our goal to stop cancer.
Events
Annual Casino Night Fundraiser
annualA fundraising event with games, food, drinks, prizes, and music.
Jingle & Mingle holiday gathering
annualA holiday fundraising event with music, cocktails, appetizers, and fellowship.
Educational lecture series
throughout the yearLectures on topics such as longevity, wellness, cardiovascular health, AI in radiation planning, and cancer care.
Summer Luncheon
occasionalA luncheon event featuring a talk on exercise and nutrition as an adjunct to cancer care.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Cancer Fighters Of Houston Inc has shared.
Current needs
- Funding for cancer research seed grants
- Support for the annual endoscopy technician scholarship
Volunteer opportunities
- Volunteer at fundraising and speaking events.
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
How does Cancer Fighters of Houston support cancer research?
It raises money through events and donations, then puts those funds toward seed grants that support cancer research, clinical services, and educational services.
What kinds of educational programs does it offer?
It hosts lectures and seminars on topics including longevity and wellness, cardiovascular health, exercise, nutrition, and cancer care.
Does it offer scholarship support?
Yes. It launched an annual scholarship for students in the HCC endoscopic training program.
How can researchers request support?
Researchers can submit the Cancer Fighters Grant Request Form to be considered for grant support.
How can students apply for the endoscopy scholarship?
Students can use the HCC Endoscopy Scholarship Application form to apply for scholarship support.
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