American Breast Cancer Foundation

The American Breast Cancer Foundation is a charitable organization focused on breast cancer prevention. Based in Columbia, Maryland, the organization provides early detection, education and screening services.[1]

History

The American Breast Cancer Foundation (ABCF) was founded in 1997.[2] It is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland.[3] The organization focuses on breast cancer screening access, education, and financial assistance programs.[2]

In 2019, the ABCF partnered with Kona Gold Solutions to release a pink grapefruit drink. Proceeds from drink sales were donated to ABCF.[4]

Programs

ABCF operates a Breast Cancer Assistance Program that helps provide screenings and diagnostic testing for individuals who are uninsured or underinsured.[2] The organization also conducts breast cancer awareness and early detection educational outreach initiatives.[3]

Fundraising and evaluations

In 2013, the Tampa Bay Times included ABCF in a report examining charitable organizations that relied heavily on professional fundraising firms.[5] Following criticism of its telemarketing practices, ABCF claimed that it terminated the use of professional telemarketing firms and had subsequently shifted toward event-based and direct donation fundraising models.[5][6][7]

Since restructuring in 2010, ABCF secured funding for its programs through event fundraising, private donations, and corporate donations. Between January 2012 and March 2014, ABCF received dollars from every state in the nation, Puerto Rico, and three foreign countries.

In 2014, ABCF was awarded a Gold Level Rating by the GuideStar Exchange for its significant gains to implement a best practice model.

References

  1. ↑ Peres, Judy (October 19, 2005). "Navigating a sea of pink; As breast cancer charities vie for donations, here's help for wading through the choices". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved April 21, 2010. The American Breast Cancer Foundation did not return several calls seeking information. You can find out about breast cancer groups at charitywatch.org{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  2. 1 2 3 McCoy, Abby (June 18, 2024). "Spotlight On: American Breast Cancer Foundation". Everyday Health. Retrieved May 27, 2026.
  3. 1 2 "About ABCF". American Breast Cancer Foundation. Retrieved May 27, 2026.
  4. ↑ "Kona Gold Solutions Announces Partnership with American Breast Cancer Foundation" (PDF). Kona Gold Beverage.
  5. 1 2 "Think Pink: How to make sure your breast cancer donation is going where you want it". Tampa Bay Times. October 13, 2013.
  6. ↑ "Charity Navigator Rating - American Breast Cancer Foundation". Charity Navigator. Retrieved April 21, 2010.
  7. ↑ "Think Pink: How to make sure your breast cancer donation is going where you want it to". October 13, 2013.


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