So you decided NOT to run or race for a cure this year because you don’t agree with where the money is going? You want your money to go to cancer charities that actually help people? Maybe you want your money to make a difference in non-toxic cancer research and cancer prevention?

Every year MILLIONS of Americans will give their hard earned money to a conventional cancer charity in memory of a precious loved one impacted by cancer. From this, BILLIONS of dollars will be used to fund more research on harmful, carcinogenic, patentable chemicals and procedures “experts” say will be the next big cure for cancer. They have no idea that prevention makes a huge impact and that integrative and alternative cancer treatments are options for healing cancer as well.

Chris Wark gave a great explanation of why not to donate to some of the most popular cancer charities and how very little of your donations actually go towards helping cancer patients. It is SO worth a watch. Check it out HERE.

Also, read the financial details of both Komen and American Cancer Society and decide for yourself where you’d like your money to go.

Neither are cancer charities that actually help people nor do they support research on  prevention strategies  or non-toxic alternatives.

But the below organizations do!

These 5 non-profits (cancer charities that actually help people) are devoted COMPLETELY to helping people impacted by cancer. Several of them directly help patients and most of them focus on teaching prevention and non-toxic strategies. I love that they are all unique in their purpose and how they are supporting people and families going through cancer. You can make a donation today by clicking on the red donation links below each organization.

(Updated: October, 2022, originally published 2016)

My Favorite Non-Profits and Cancer Charities:

HealingStrong: A 100% volunteer based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2013 whose mission it is to equip and empower locally-led natural healing support groups, specifically for those healing naturally from cancer. We are passionate about connecting people within their own communities where they are living to love and support each other on their healing journeys. In addition to our community support groups, over the years we have provided educational retreats, juicers, and other resources for FREE to those dealing with cancer.

***Note from Cortney: I actually co-founded HealingStrong with a group of holistic cancer survivors near Atlanta, led by my dear friend Suzy Griswold. In 2017 we published our 12 month/lesson Leadership Guide and Curriculum for our group leaders waiting to get started in cities all over the U.S. in Europe, and Australia! We currently have over 175 active groups meeting all over the U.S. See if we are already in your city HERE!

We are hoping to grow to over 200 groups this year and fund additional staff and outreach opportunities.

**DONATE TO HEALINGSTRONG**

Cancer Crackdown: Founded in 2012 by Steve and Tara Mann. Cancer Crackdown is a 501(c)(3) that works side by side to develop treatment and wellness plans and “help fighters and survivors to be successful in following (their healing plans) to reach their overall health goals.” They offer a wide range of resources and encouragement for those fighting, those surviving and those that wish to prevent cancer.

**DONATE TO CANCER CRACKDOWN **

The Annie Appleseed Project: Started by holistic cancer survivor, Ann Fonfa and a 501(c)(3) since 2003, the Annie Appleseed Project “decided to challenge the existing treatment paradigm, to question the existing research methods and subjects, and to propose new directions for both ending with true Integrative Oncology.” The Annie Appleseed Project website has TONS of information on various non-toxic healing options for all kinds of cancer. An AMAZING resource! Ann also hosts an annual CAM for Cancer Complementary and Alternative Medicine Conference that is fantastic!

**DONATE TO THE ANNIE APPLESEED PROJECT**

Lighthouse Family Retreat

Lighthouse Family Retreat is a faith based non-profit that exists to strengthen every family living through childhood cancer. They host restorative retreats and provide resources so that families and their support systems can find hope in God and help in their cancer journey.

**DONATE TO THE LIGHTHOUSE FAMILY RETREAT**

Donate Directly to a Cancer Thriver: It’s no joke that a cancer diagnosis is a drain on your finances. If you know someone who is on a dealing with cancer, consider supporting them with a one time gift a set amount on a monthly basis. Many people have pages set up for donations or just put it in their mailbox!

See my post on 25 Healthy Ways to Help Someone With Cancer. 

I’m Broke But I Still Want to Help!

If money is tight for you, there is still a lot you can do!

• Tell the about your favorite holistic cancer blogs and social media accounts.
• Bring them freshly pressed juice or smoothies from a juice bar once a week.
• Watch their kids for them!
• Chop veggies and make them green juice and smoothies at their house!
• Mow their grass or clean their house.
• Give them a foot massage.
• Paint their toenails with non-toxic nail polish.
• Make them a gift basket of non-toxic beauty products, teas, and inspirational gifts.
• Make them Essiac tea and bottle it for them.
• Pray openly for them in writing and send it to them with healing scriptures.

You can be someone’s angel in more ways than just giving financially.

Donate today to one of these beautiful, trailblazing organizations. And feel free to share this post on social media to let others know!

If you know of any others doing great works for non-toxic cancer research and advocacy, give them a shout out in the comments below!

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