The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network - St. Louis Affiliate
Cause Area
- Health & Medicine
Location
1500 Rosecrans Ave, Ste 200Manhattan Beach, CA 90266St. Louis, MO 63110 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of people dedicated to working together to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer.
Description
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is the national organization creating hope in a comprehensive way through research, patient support, community outreach and advocacy for a cure.
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network:
1. Raises money for direct private research funding and advocates for more aggressive federal research funding of medical breakthroughs in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cancer.
2. Fills the void of information and options by giving patients and caregivers reliable, personalized information they need to make informed decisions.
3. Helps support individuals and communities all across the country work together to raise awareness and funds to find a cure for pancreatic cancer.
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network National Office is located in Manhattan Beach, CA with over 60 volunteer-run affiliates around the county, including St. Louis.
As a volunteer with the St. Louis Affiliate, you join a network of volunteers focused on advancing research, supporting patients and creating hope in five key areas:
1. Awareness
2. Media
3. Advocacy
4. Events
5. Education and Outreach
Help us create a sense of hope and community so no one has to face pancreatic cancer alone.