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KINGMAN CANCER CARE UNIT

AZ · EIN 860753651 · $125K rev · operational · kingmancancercareunit.com
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The Kingman Cancer Care Unit is a volunteer-driven nonprofit founded in 1975 to support cancer patients in Kingman, Arizona and surrounding communities. It provides direct financial assistance for medical equipment, medications, treatment-related travel, and living expenses not covered by insurance. The organization sustains its work through community fundraising events and donations from local businesses and individuals.

activities · 6

what they do

direct service · 6
  • Annual community gatherings and survivor events
    Organizes an annual one-mile walk for cancer survivors, patients, and supporters in downtown Kingman, and hosts a free public block party on Beale Street as part of the Pink Heals initiative to build community and raise awareness.
  • Community outreach and education at public events
    Provides cancer information, education, and fundraising opportunities at community events such as the Andy Devine Days Rodeo, including participation in the 'Tough Enough to Wear Pink' campaign and public outreach activities.
  • Hosting annual fundraising events
    Organizes and hosts multiple annual fundraising events including the Arts and Crafts Fair at Mohave County Fairgrounds, a four-man scramble golf tournament in October, and the Pink Heals Block Party in downtown Kingman to support local cancer patients.
  • Operation of a medical equipment loan closet
    Operates a loan closet that provides durable medical equipment to cancer patients in the Kingman area, particularly for items not covered by insurance.
  • Provision of financial assistance to cancer patients Medical Cost & Equipment Assistance
    Provides financial aid to cancer patients and their families in the Kingman, Arizona area for medical equipment, medications, travel for treatment, personal items, and living expenses not covered by insurance.
  • Support through third-party and branded fundraising initiatives Charity Sports & Recreation Tournaments
    Receives proceeds from supporter-hosted and partner-organized fundraising initiatives including the 'Boot Out Cancer' koozie sales, Taco Bell’s pink ribbon drop, the Pepsi-sponsored golf tournament, and events at Fork in the Road Restaurants and the Andy Devine Days Rodeo.
strategies · 5

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named programs · 6

what they call their work

Arts and Crafts Fair
Annual fundraiser held the second weekend of November at the Mohave County Fairgrounds, featuring over 100 vendors
Financial Assistance Program
Provides aid for medical equipment, medications, travel for cancer treatment, and living expenses for cancer patients in financial need
Medical Equipment Loan Closet
Loans durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, commodes, and shower chairs to local cancer patients
Pepsi Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Golf Tournament
Four-man scramble golf tournament held each October at Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course to benefit local cancer patients
Pink Heals Block Party
Community block party in downtown Kingman featuring multiple fundraisers including the "pink ribbon drop" and eating contest
Walk a Mile in Their Shoes
Annual one-mile walk in October for cancer survivors, fighters, and supporters; raises funds and awareness
relationships · 25

who they work with

  • 501(c)(3) Government — Recognized as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
  • Black Bridge Brewery Partner — Participates in a cornhole tournament during the Pink Heals Block Party to support fundraising.
  • Black Bridge Brewery Partner — Participates in a cornhole tournament during the block party.
  • City of Kingman Partner — Collaborates with Kingman Cancer Care Unit to provide cancer information and fundraising at the rodeo event.
  • City of Kingman Partner — Cosponsors the annual “Pink Pig Out” eating contest with Floyd and Company, with all proceeds benefiting the Kingman Cancer Care Unit.
  • City of Kingman Partner — Partners with Kingman Cancer Care Unit at events to provide cancer information and raise funds.
  • Floyd and Company Partner — Cosponsors the annual “Pink Pig Out” eating contest with the City of Kingman, with all proceeds benefiting the Kingman Cancer Care Unit.
  • Floyd and Company Partner — Hosts the "Pink Pig-Out" eating contest during the Pink Heals Block Party in support of Kingman Cancer Care Unit.
  • Floyd and Company Partner — Hosts the "Pink Pig-Out" eating contest during the Pink Heals block party.
  • Fork in the Road Restaurants Partner — Conducts fundraising for the Kingman Cancer Care Unit through sale of "Boot Out Cancer" koozies and donation collection in cowboy boots across its locations.
  • House of Hops Partner — Participates in a cornhole tournament during the Pink Heals Block Party to support fundraising.
  • House of Hops Partner — Participates in a cornhole tournament during the block party.
  • Kathryn Heidenreich Center Partner — Hosts KCCU monthly meetings at its facility.
  • Kingman Fire Partner — Assists in the "pink ribbon drop" event using a ladder truck during the Pink Heals Block Party.
  • Kingman Fire Department Partner — Provides a ladder truck for the "pink ribbon drop" during the event.
  • Kingman Regional Medical Center Partner — Co-sponsors the 'Tough Enough to Wear Pink' campaign at the Andy Devine Days Rodeo.
  • Kingman Regional Medical Center Partner — Collaborates with Kingman Cancer Care Unit at community events to provide cancer education and fundraising.
  • Pepsi Partner — Sponsors an annual Breast Cancer Awareness golf tournament with all proceeds benefiting the Kingman Cancer Care Unit.
  • Taco Bell Partner — Sponsors a “pink ribbon drop” event in partnership with Kingman Fire, selling ribbons for a community contest with all proceeds benefiting the Kingman Cancer Care Unit.
  • Taco Bell Partner — Sponsors the "pink ribbon drop" at the Pink Heals Block Party in partnership with Kingman Cancer Care Unit.
  • Taco Bell Partner — Sponsors the "pink ribbon drop" event at the block party.
  • The Kingsmen Partner — Organizers of the Andy Devine Days Rodeo who sponsor “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” day and donate a portion of ticket sales to the Kingman Cancer Care Unit.
  • cancer care professional Partner — Healthcare professionals involved in patient referrals to KCCU
  • cancer patient advocate Partner — Advocates help connect patients to KCCU services and may refer them for support
  • oncologist Partner — Medical providers refer cancer patients to KCCU for financial assistance