Breast Cancer Crusade by Avon 4027

The Avon Breast Cancer Crusade is a great organization that, over the years, has made great strides in helping to fund research, raise awareness and support screening and diagnosis for breast cancer. Breast Cancer Crusade by Avon Charity Code is 4027.

I have chosen to spotlight this charity because I know that it hits home for a lot of us. I think the majority of us know or know of someone who has suffered breast cancer and know about the strength it takes to fight the battle. I know this particular charity touches close to my heart and I hope you’ll take a moment to learn more about this great cause! (avonfoundation.org)

The Avon Breast Cancer Crusade: 

20 Years of Progress 

When the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade began 20 years ago, only 70% of women diagnosed with breast cancer survived more than five years. Today, those odds are greater than 85%. And, for cancers caught in the earliest stages, the odds of surviving five years are greater than 98%. 

Great advances have been made in the past 20 years, including progress in: 

• Early detection with digital mammography, ultrasound, and MRI 
• Use of less invasive surgery in most cases 
• Understanding that there are several distinct types of breast cancer 
• Introduction of targeted therapies and new tests to determine who will benefit from chemotherapy 

Since the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade launched in 1992 through 2012, Avon breast cancer programs in 58 countries have donated more than $780 million for research and advancing access to quality care for everyone. The Avon Breast Cancer Crusade’s life-saving work over the past two decades has made Avon the leading corporate supporter of the breast cancer cause globally.

To end breast cancer, we need to understand its causes and work toward prevention. We also need a better understanding of how to treat breast cancer in young women, stop metastatic disease, and treat rare but aggressive types of cancer, and we need to intensify our efforts to ensure equal access to quality care for all. In 2012, the Avon Foundation committed nearly $40 million to accelerate our progress in reaching those goals.

Since 1992, the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade has been working tirelessly to help prevent, treat, and ultimately eradicate this disease. With more than $780 million raised and donated to breast cancer programs around the world through 2012, Avon is the leading corporate supporter of the cause globally. The Crusade's life-saving work supports awareness and education, screening and diagnosis, access to care, support services, and scientific research. Beneficiaries range from leading cancer research centers to local, nonprofit breast health programs, creating a powerful international network of research, medical, social service, and community-based breast cancer organizations.  

Go to http://www.usecf.state.ut.us/ to make your contribution for our 2013 Charitable Fund Campaign. Once you have donated be sure to add your hand to the tree in the lobby!