Susan G. Komen Chicago

Susan G. Komen is the world’s largest breast cancer organization, funding more breast cancer research than any other nonprofit outside of the federal government while providing real-time help to those facing the disease. Since its founding in 1982, Komen has funded more than $920 million in research and provided more than $2 billion in funding to screening, education, treatment and psychosocial support programs serving millions of people in more than 30 countries worldwide. Komen was founded by Nancy G. Brinker, who promised her sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would end the disease that claimed Suzy’s life.

Susan G. Komen – Chicago services area covers all of Cook, Kane, DuPage, McHenry and Lake Counties. Thanks to the thousands of people who participate in the Susan G. Komen – Race for the Cure and other Affiliate events each year, dedicated corporate partners and generous donors, Susan G. Komen – Chicago is playing a vital role in fighting breast cancer in our community