Local Resources For Breast Cancer

These organizations offer free services that might be of interest to you on your cancer journey and are either based in Kansas City or have a presence here.

Angel Flight Central

Do you need to get to medical appointments or a clinical trial far away? Are you immunocompromised and unable to fly commercially? Angel Flight Central provides unlimited FREE flights for medical treatment or other compassionate ...

Bra Couture KC

We raise funds for underinsured and uninsured men and women cancer patients in the greater Kansas City area.  Many of our centers are physically located within local hospitals.   BCKC funds provide cancer care items such as prescriptions, transportation ...

Cancer Action

Cancer Action is dedicated to reducing distress and promoting the well-being for those living with, through and beyond cancer in the 6-County, Kansas City area.  The agency currently has two offices: the Kansas office is located ...

Cleaning for a Reason

Cleaning for a Reason is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free home cleaning services to cancer patients. We recognize the profound impact a clean home can have on a patient’s physical health, emotional ...

CRITICAL MEDICAL NEEDS, BY THE UNITED WAY

When you are dealing with a major physical or mental health crisis, you may have difficulties paying your utility bills. The loss of your utilities can worsen your health condition and spiral into other unforeseen ...

Gateway to Hope

Gateway to Hope‘s mission is to champion change by removing barriers to affordable, timely, quality breast healthcare and empowering people to live full and healthy lives. We believe no one should have to choose between ...

Genetic Screening

If you are uninsured or underinsured, you may be eligible for free genetic testing. KC CARE Health Center and JUNTOS offer a program to assess your risk of an inherited cancer syndrome at no cost ...

Gilda’s Club

Gilda's Club Kansas City provides educational workshops, healthy lifestyle classes, counseling and support groups, and resource referral services to cancer patients, their caregivers, and their families. We welcome anyone from any health system and any ...

Hope Lodge, by the American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge program provides a free home away from home for cancer patients and their caregivers. More than just a roof over their heads, it’s a nurturing community that helps patients ...

Kansas City Healing Project

The Kansas City Healing Project has been assisting cancer patients since 2005 by utilizing energy healing services to assist in reducing pain, anxiety, fatigue and depression. Energy healing is a natural process of assisting clients ...

Lasagna Love

Lasagna Love is a global nonprofit and grassroots movement that aims to positively impact communities by connecting neighbors through gestures of kindness and support. We aim not only to help address the incredible rise in ...

Living in Abundance

Living in Abundance is dedicated to providing Abundant Pocket Hoodies to breast cancer patients undergoing mastectomies who request them. These hoodies feature pockets designed to conceal tubes and drains, preventing them from pulling on the ...

Male Breast Cancer Happens

We are on a continued mission to build awareness through the wisdom and experiences of survivors. We want people to be informed. Breast cancer does not discriminate, and we want everyone to know 'Men Have ...

Mind Over Cancer Foundation

The Mind Over Cancer Foundation is here to provide financial support for mental health services for those affected by cancer. The mental toll that individuals experience during their journey can be too much to endure.  A ...

Patient Family Partners

We bridge the communication gap between health care providers, patients and families. We attend medical appointments and provide a written summary of diagnosis, future medical plans and answers to questions. We aim to help patients and their ...

Peace Out Cancer Chair

Peace Out Cancer Chair provides a recliner/lift chair, free of charge, for breast cancer patients to use as they recover from surgery. The chair is loaned out for 3-4 weeks, so the recipient is able ...

ROAD TO RECOVERY, BY THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

The American Cancer Society Road To Recovery® program eases your burden by giving free rides to cancer-related medical appointments. Our trained volunteer drivers are happy to pick you up, take you to your appointment, and ...

Sharsheret 

Sharsheret (Hebrew for "chain") is a chain of support for women and families impacted by breast cancer, ovarian cancer, or those living with increased risk for these cancers. Though started as a Jewish organization, Sharsheret ...

Turning Point

Turning Point offers classes, programs and tools that empower and inspire people affected by chronic or serious illness and their loved ones. We offer over 90 programs (both virtually and in-person) within a two-month period ...