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Maine Cancer Foundation is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Maine people by funding cancer research, education and patient support programs in Maine.

Description:
Scarcely a day goes by when the media does not report new scientific progress in understanding cancer. There is no doubt that fundamental progress in understanding and treating cancer is being made. Translating these findings into benefits for Maine people is what the Maine Cancer Foundation is all about.

A grant-making organization, the Foundation funds cancer research, education and patient support programs throughout Maine. Research right here in Maine is advancing the path to a cancer free future, one where fewer lives are lost to cancer and where more people survive their cancer.

Because Maine Cancer Foundation is small and local it can quickly respond to issues relevant to Maine, such as high incidence rates and low screening rates for some cancers. There is no doubt that we are making a difference.

And because we know that science alone is not enough, we continue to distribute "Portraits of Courage, Voices of Hope" books and organize an annual symposium for oncology providers.

Our only source of funding is you and people like you who know the challenge of a cancer diagnosis and choose to do something about it. Your volunteer support today is a significant way to insure that progress continues. And remember...100% of funds raised stay in Maine.

History:
Established in 1977, the Foundation has been making a difference for over twenty-five years. MCF maintains a small office in Portland, employs two full time and one part time employee, enjoys an active Board of Directors, and engages hundreds of volunteers who are committed to easing the burden of cancer.

Contact people:

Susan Rowan, Executive Director, (phone), (email) Joanne Jordan, Project Manager, (phone), (email) Kelly Martin, Administrative Assistant, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (207) 773-2533

Address:

970 Baxter Blvd., Suite 204 Portland, ME 04103 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.mainecancer.org

Directions:

Off 295 take the Washington Street exit (#9) near Tukey's Bridge. From the south, turn left at first lights (Veranda Street) and look for ReMax by the Bay Building on the left. From the North, turn Right just off the. . . (more)   Nearest Bus Stop: Washington & Veranda, 100 feet minute walk For maps or information, please see http://www.portlandmaine.worldweb.com/Transportation/PublicTransit

Miscellaneous Information

This agency has United Way funded programs
	No
The agency places volunteers in these categories:
	Adults