Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC) is a grassroots advocacy organization that combines the power of advocacy, education, policy, and research to unite around the goal of ending breast cancer. It was founded in 1991 by a group of breast cancer survivors, including President Fran Visco. Coalition members include breast cancer support, information, and service groups, as well as the women's health and provider organizations.

Philosophy

Founded in 1991, the National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC) is a collaboration of activists, survivors, researchers, policy-makers, grassroots groups, and national organizations that have come together as disruptive innovators for social change. They link hundreds of organizations and tens of thousands of individuals from across the country into a diverse coalition to gain attention for breast cancer in Washington, D.C., and state capitals as well as laboratories, health care institutions, and local communities.

Organizational Goals

NBCC is guided by three primary goals:

Funding

NBCC is supported through grants, contributions from individuals, corporate sponsorships, and special events. The organization encourages advocates and businesses across the country to organize fundraising events. The National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund meets all 20 Better Business Bureau Charity Standards, has received an “A” rating from CharityWatch and is ranked four stars by Charity Navigator .