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CANCER AID AND RESEARCH FUND
GLENDALE, AZ · EIN 742520175 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · canceraidresearch.org
revenue
$242K
expenses
$232K
net assets
$30K
employees
1
program ratio
95%
mission · from form 990

The Organization provides information and assistance concerning cancer. It provides grants, medical equipment and supplies to hospitals an clinics tthat treat cancer and other degenerative diseases.

profile · synthesized from sources

CANCER AID AND RESEARCH FUND supports cancer research and patient treatment globally. The organization provides grants and resources to hospitals and clinics, focusing on integrated treatment programs that address physical, mental, and spiritual needs. They also promote cancer prevention through healthy eating initiatives.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $127K
    The Organization sponsors and supports various ongoing research projects and programs that treat cancer and other degenerative diseases. It provides health related educational materials, and supports other like kind organizations.
named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

COMMUNITY FOOD PROGRAM THE 3000 CLUB
Distributes fresh fruits and vegetables to needy people in Phoenix, AZ, promoting cancer prevention through healthy eating habits.
CONTRERAS CANCER FUND / OASIS OF HOPE RESEARCH HOSPITAL
Supports research and patient treatment at Oasis of Hope Cancer Hospital in Tijuana, Mexico, which offers advanced integrated treatment programs based on a "Total Care" approach, including nutrition, spiritual and psychological counseling, and education.
HOPE OF LIFE (ESPERANZA DE VIDA)
Provides medical supplies, equipment, and humanitarian aid to hospitals and clinics in Guatemala that treat cancer and other degenerative diseases, offering medical care to approximately 23,000 cancer patients yearly, often at no cost.
TOGETHER AGAINST CANCER
Assists individuals with chronic illnesses, including cancer, in Leicester, UK, by providing complementary cancer therapies, homeopathic and holistic remedies, and advancing education on healthy diets and wellness through workshops and an online Healing Hub.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Cancer Treatment & Prevention Education 6 activities
    • Cancer Education and Outreach
      Distributes educational materials about cancer treatment and prevention to patients, families, and the public as part of its outreach efforts.
    • Collection and Dissemination of Proven Cancer Therapies
      Collects, evaluates, and educates the public about therapies with proven healing qualities, with an emphasis on cancer treatment and prevention.
    • Collection and dissemination of proven cancer therapies
      Collects, distributes, and educates the public about therapies with proven healing qualities, with an emphasis on cancer treatment and prevention.
    • Collection and dissemination of proven cancer therapies
      Collects, distributes, and educates the public about therapies with proven healing qualities, with a focus on cancer treatment and prevention, indicating an active role in knowledge transfer and public outreach.
    • Provision of cancer-related educational materials
      Provides educational materials about cancer to patients and families, with repeated efforts documented across multiple instances to support public understanding of cancer treatment and prevention.
    • Public Education on Cancer Treatment and Prevention
      Collects, distributes, and educates the public about therapies with proven healing qualities, and provides educational materials about cancer to patients and families.
  • Fresh Produce Distribution for Vulnerable Populations 4 activities
    • Distribution of Fresh Produce in Phoenix
      Distributes hundreds of thousands of pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables to individuals and families in Phoenix, Arizona, including specific donations such as $20,000 worth of produce.
    • Distribution of fresh produce in Phoenix, Arizona
      Distributes hundreds of thousands of pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables to individuals and families in the Phoenix area, including specific donations such as $20,000 worth of produce.
    • Distribution of fresh produce in the Phoenix area
      Distributes hundreds of thousands of pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables to individuals and families in Phoenix, Arizona, with documented donations including $20,000 worth of produce and thousands of dollars’ worth provided to local families.
    • Public Distribution of Fresh Produce in Phoenix
      Distributes hundreds of thousands of pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables to individuals and families in Phoenix, Arizona, including donations valued at $20,000 and thousands of dollars worth of produce.
  • Medical Equipment Donation and Support 4 activities
    • Global Provision of Medical Resources and Humanitarian Aid
      Provides and ships medical equipment, supplies, and humanitarian aid to hospitals and clinics globally, including in Guatemala, that treat cancer and other degenerative diseases.
    • Global Provision of Medical Supplies and Humanitarian Aid
      Provides and ships medical equipment, supplies, and humanitarian aid to hospitals and clinics globally, with documented efforts in Guatemala and other regions treating cancer and degenerative diseases.
    • Global provision of medical supplies and humanitarian aid
      Provides and ships medical equipment, supplies, and humanitarian aid to hospitals and clinics globally, with documented support to facilities in Guatemala and other international locations treating cancer and degenerative diseases.
    • Global provision of medical supplies, equipment, and humanitarian aid
      Provides medical supplies, equipment, and humanitarian aid to hospitals and clinics globally, including regular shipments to facilities in Guatemala and other international locations treating cancer and degenerative diseases.
  • International Medical Missions 4 activities
    • Support for Integrative Cancer Care at Oasis of Hope Hospital
      Has supported Oasis of Hope hospital in Tijuana, Mexico for over 25 years through its integrative cancer care program, providing sustained humanitarian and operational assistance.
    • Support for Integrative Cancer Care at Oasis of Hope Hospital
      Has supported Oasis of Hope hospital in Tijuana, Mexico for over 25 years as part of its integrative cancer care program, providing sustained humanitarian and operational assistance.
    • Support for integrative cancer care at Oasis of Hope Hospital
      Has supported Oasis of Hope Hospital in Tijuana, Mexico for over 25 years as part of its integrative cancer care program, providing sustained assistance to an international medical facility specializing in cancer treatment.
    • Support for integrative cancer care at Oasis of Hope Hospital
      Has supported Oasis of Hope Hospital in Tijuana, Mexico for over 25 years as part of its integrative cancer care program, providing sustained humanitarian and operational assistance.
  • Pediatric & Specialty Disease Research Funding 1 activity
    • Grantmaking for cancer and degenerative disease treatment
      Provides research grants to hospitals and clinics globally that treat cancer and other degenerative diseases, supporting medical research and treatment capacity abroad.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Cancer Research and Treatment Grantmaking
      Provides research grants to hospitals and clinics globally focused on cancer and other degenerative diseases, supporting medical innovation and treatment development.
    • Provision of cancer-related educational materials
      Provides educational materials about cancer to patients and families, with consistent repetition across multiple sources indicating an ongoing informational support program.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$242K
Contributions & grants$242K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$232K
Program expenses95%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$43K
Grants paid out$142K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$83K
Cash$55K
Investments$0
Liabilities$53K
Net assets$30K
Liquid reserves2.9 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -12.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Larry MacKay President 25 $40K
board members · 3
  • Pete Barela — Director
  • Ping Alba — Vice President
  • Todd Gillam — Secretary/Treasurer
relationships · 6

who they work with

  • A Local Food Bank in Arizona Partner — Partners to distribute hundreds of thousands of pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables to individuals and families in Phoenix.
  • Esperanza de Vida Partner — Receives shipments of medical supplies, equipment, and humanitarian aid in Guatemala for hospitals and clinics treating cancer and degenerative diseases.
  • Oasis of Hope Partner — Main integrative program partner providing cancer treatment and research in Tijuana, Mexico.
  • Oasis of Hope Cancer Hospital Partner — Supports research and patient treatment at the hospital, which provides advanced integrated treatment programs and has a "Total Care" approach.
  • THE 3000 CLUB Partner — Distributes fresh fruits and vegetables to needy people in Phoenix, AZ.
  • Together Against Cancer (TAC) Partner — Assists in the relief of persons with chronic illnesses in Leicester, UK, by providing complementary cancer therapies, homeopathic and holistic remedies, and advancing education.