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ARIZONA ONCOLOGY FOUNDATION

TUCSON, AZ · EIN 274035615 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE G30 · Voluntary Health Associations · Small ($100K-$1M) · arizonaoncologyfoundation.org
revenue
$330K
expenses
$273K
net assets
$489K
employees
2
volunteers
40
program ratio
65%
mission · from form 990

PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES TO THOSE WHOSE LIVES ARE TOUCHED BY CANCER

profile · synthesized from sources

Arizona Foundation for Cancer provides non-medical support services to individuals undergoing cancer treatment in Arizona. The organization offers integrative therapies, support groups, nutrition counseling, and practical assistance such as lodging, transportation, and wigs. Services are free of charge and made possible through donations from individuals and businesses.

named programs · 8 · from sources

what they call their work

Bras & Breast Prosthesis
Free post-mastectomy products including bras, breast forms, and camisoles for patients within 12 months post-surgery and in active treatment
House Cleaning
House cleaning services provided to support cancer patients during treatment
Integrative Therapies
Non-medical, alternative treatments including acupuncture, massage, manual lymphatic drainage, reflexology, and reiki to help manage side effects of cancer treatment
Lodging
Assistance with temporary housing for cancer patients traveling for treatment
Nutrition Counseling
Personalized dietary counseling to help cancer patients maintain health and quality of life before, during, and after treatment
Support Groups
Free monthly support groups for breast cancer, gynecological cancer, lung cancer, and general cancer patients and caregivers, offering education, sharing, and emotional support
Transportation (Gas Cards)
Distribution of gas cards to help patients cover travel costs for cancer treatment
Wig & Head Coverings
Provision of wigs and head coverings at no cost to cancer patients experiencing hair loss from treatment
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Cancer and Transplant Patient Lodging 3 activities
    • Financial and Lodging Assistance
      Offers gas cards or vouchers and lodging assistance through hotel accommodations to cancer patients in active treatment who complete a full application form.
    • House Cleaning Services
      Provides complimentary house cleaning services for post-surgery cancer patients who live alone, with qualified patients approved for up to three services within a 3-month period.
    • Provide financial and practical assistance to cancer patients
      Provides non-medical supportive services to cancer patients, including assistance with lodging, gas cards, and house cleaning services for post-surgery patients who live alone.
  • Cancer Support Groups & Peer Networks 2 activities
    • Cancer-Specific Support Groups
      Hosts monthly and bimonthly support groups for individuals with gynecological cancers, breast cancer, lung cancer, and general cancer patients and their loved ones, offered at no cost to participants.
    • Host cancer patient and caregiver support groups
      Hosts monthly and bimonthly support groups for individuals with gynecological, breast, and lung cancers, as well as general support groups for individuals living with cancer and their loved ones, at no cost.
  • Integrative Holistic Wellness Services 2 activities
    • Integrative and Alternative Therapies
      Offers non-medical, alternative therapies such as acupuncture, therapeutic massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), reflexology, and Reiki to help relieve side effects of cancer treatment, reduce pain, improve circulation, manage lymphedema, restore energy balance, and reduce anxiety.
    • Provide integrative therapies
      Offers non-medical, alternative therapies such as acupuncture, therapeutic massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), reflexology, and Reiki to help manage side effects of cancer treatment, reduce pain, and improve overall well-being.
  • Medical Nutrition Therapy Services 2 activities
    • Nutrition Counseling and Programs
      Provides nutrition programs, courses, and dietary counseling to support cancer patients in maintaining a balanced diet, promoting recovery, and improving quality of life by evaluating nutritional needs and providing personalized recommendations based on lifestyle, medical, and nutritional histories.
    • Provide nutrition counseling and programs
      Offers nutrition programs, courses, and dietary counseling to support cancer patients in maintaining a balanced diet, promoting recovery, and improving quality of life by evaluating nutritional needs and providing personalized recommendations.
  • Free Wigs and Prostheses Provision 2 activities
    • Provide wigs, head coverings, and post-mastectomy products
      Offers free wigs, head coverings, bras, and breast prostheses, including sports bras, mastectomy bras, camisoles, tanks, and silicone and non-silicone breast forms, to cancer patients.
    • Provision of Wigs, Head Coverings, Bras, and Breast Prostheses
      Provides free wigs, head coverings, bras, and breast prostheses (including sports bras, mastectomy bras, camisoles, tanks, and silicone/non-silicone breast forms) to cancer patients at their Resource Center.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$330K
Contributions & grants$320K97%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$7K2%
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$273K
Program expenses65%
Admin / overhead35%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$185K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$489K
Cash$303K
Investments$183K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$489K
Liquid reserves21.4 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +24.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ALBA ROJAS SUKKAR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 50 $128K
board members · 11
  • ADAM DALESANDRO — DIRECTOR
  • CASEY ANDERSON — DIRECTOR
  • ELIZABETH BUSCEMA — DIRECTOR
  • JED LIGHTCAP — DIRECTOR
  • LEE M KLEIN — PRESIDENT
  • MARK MENDELSON — DIRECTOR
  • PATRICIA GEORGELOS — VICE PRESIDENT
  • RACHEL SWART — DIRECTOR
  • ROBIN LOOMIS — SECRETARY
  • TINA ELIOPOULOS — TREASURER
  • WYATT CHAMBERS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 4

who they work with

  • Arizona Foundation for Cancer Partner — Primary name used for organizational identity and service delivery
  • Arizona Oncology Partner — Collaborates with Arizona Oncology, as evidenced by board members affiliated with the organization and shared service focus.
  • Tender Loving Care® (TLC) Partner — Provides access to a catalog of mastectomy products for program participants
  • local professional house cleaning service companies Partner — Local licensed and bonded house cleaning companies that provide services to patients on behalf of the foundation.