{"id":907,"date":"2020-04-17T14:04:17","date_gmt":"2020-04-17T18:04:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/?page_id=907"},"modified":"2025-07-02T12:06:07","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T16:06:07","slug":"cancer-foundations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/resources\/cancer-foundations\/","title":{"rendered":"Mesothelioma Cancer Foundations"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<h2>How Mesothelioma Foundations Can Help<\/h2>\n<p>Mesothelioma foundations help patients and family members manage life with this asbestos-related cancer.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mesothelioma cancer foundations support the community by:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Funding <strong>research <\/strong>to develop better treatments, improve early detection methods, and ultimately find a cure for mesothelioma<\/li>\n<li>Offering <strong>emotional support <\/strong>services, including counseling, <a href=\"\/resources\/support-groups\/\">support groups<\/a>, and peer mentors<\/li>\n<li>Providing <strong>financial assistance<\/strong> for medical bills, out-of-pocket expenses, and supportive care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These foundations also push lawmakers to enact rules and regulations to <strong>prevent asbestos exposure,<\/strong> which is the only known cause of <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/\">mesothelioma<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, get medical help now. Our <strong>Free Doctor Match<\/strong> service connects you with a top specialist near you.<\/p>\n<div id=\"25223\" class=\"one-off-25223 widget widget_oscar-vque one-off\" data-vqueid=\"25223\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"one-off\">.one-off-25223{margin:60px auto}.one-off-25223 a{box-shadow:0 4px 4px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.25);display:block;background:#e4f4f6;padding:20px 25px 200px;text-decoration:none;color:inherit;position:relative;overflow:hidden;max-width:360px;margin:0 auto}.one-off-25223 a::before{background:#0FAEBF;border-radius:50% 50% 0 0;content:'';position:absolute;bottom:0;height:19%;width:135%;left:-60px;z-index:0}.one-off-25223 .vque-content,.one-off-25223 .image-wrap{z-index:1;position:relative}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap{width:100%;position:absolute;left:-10px;bottom:-15px}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap img{position:absolute;bottom:0;width:100%;max-width:unset;left:0}.one-off-25223 .heading{font-size:27px;line-height:33px;text-align:center;display:block;max-width:340px;margin:5px auto 25px}.one-off-25223 ul{list-style:none;margin:-10px auto 22px;text-align:left;font-size:16px;line-height:26px}.one-off-25223 ul li{margin:0 0 15px;position:relative;padding-left:35px}.one-off-25223 ul li::before{font-family:\"mesohope\"!important;speak:none;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;font-variant:normal;text-transform:none;line-height:1;content:\"\\e904\";background:#0FAEBF;width:21px;height:21px;display:block;position:absolute;left:0;top:4px;border-radius:50%;color:#fff;font-size:11px;text-align:center;line-height:21px}.one-off-25223 p{text-align:center}.one-off-25223 .button{padding:12px 16px;display:block}@media screen and (min-width:768px){.one-off-25223 a{max-width:620px;padding:30px 30px 35px;border-radius:0 0 4px 4px}.one-off-25223 a::before{border-radius:50%;height:155%;width:150%;right:-550px;left:unset;bottom:-295px}.one-off-25223 .heading{text-align:left;margin:2px 0 25px;max-width:unset;font-size:24px}.one-off-25223 ul{margin:-7px 0 30px;max-width:365px;line-height:23px}.one-off-25223 ul li::before{top:1px}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap{max-width:unset;position:absolute;right:-25px;bottom:-35px;margin:0 0 -2px;left:unset;width:380px}.one-off-25223 .image-wrap img{position:relative;bottom:0;left:0;width:380px}.one-off-25223 .button{display:inline-block;padding:14px 25px}.one-off-25223 p{text-align:left}}@media screen and (min-width:1150px){.one-off-25223 a{padding:30px}}<\/style><a href=\"\/get-matched\/\" title=\"Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor Ad\"><div>\r\n    <div class=\"vque-content\">\r\n        <strong class=\"heading\">Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor<\/strong>\r\n        <ul>\r\n            <li>Find top specialists near you<\/li>\r\n            <li>Seek compensation for travel & care<\/li>\r\n            <li>Get medical guidance<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        <p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get Matched Now\">Get Matched Now<\/strong><\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Doctors-ad.png\" alt=\"Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor\" class=\"lazyload\" ><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosdiseaseawareness.org\/\">Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO)<\/a> is a nonprofit advocacy group that aims to alert the public about the dangers of asbestos exposure, advocate for a global asbestos ban, and support people affected by asbestos-related diseases.<\/p>\n<p>The ADAO has been urging Congress to pass the <strong>Alan Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now (ARBAN) Act,<\/strong> which would completely ban the import and use of all six types of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/asbestos\/\">asbestos<\/a> in the United States.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blockquote-w-image \"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/linda-reinstein-headshot.png\" alt=\"\" \/><blockquote><p>&#8220;Our goal is a world without asbestos and without asbestos-related diseases.&#8221;<\/p>\n<footer>&ndash;<cite> Linda Reinstein, ADAO President &amp; Co-Founder<\/cite><\/footer><\/blockquote><style type=\"text\/css\">.blockquote-w-image{position:relative;margin:40px auto}.blockquote-w-image blockquote{background:none;border-left:none;padding:25px;margin-top:0;padding-bottom:0;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.blockquote-w-image blockquote footer cite{font-size:inherit}.blockquote-w-image blockquote p{margin-bottom:0}.blockquote-w-image img{width:100px;border:none;border-radius:100%;box-shadow:none;position:relative;margin:0 auto}.blockquote-w-image.alternative{margin:60px auto}.blockquote-w-image.alternative blockquote{padding:25px 25px 25px 80px;padding-bottom:25px;background-color:#E4F4F6}.blockquote-w-image.alternative img{position:absolute;left:20px;top:25px;z-index:1;width:50px;border:1px solid #fff;box-shadow:0 0 10px rgba(34,34,34,0.2);border-radius:100%}.blockquote-w-image.with-border{background:none;border-left:4px solid #0FAEBF}.blockquote-w-image.with-border blockquote{background:none;border-radius:0;padding:10px 25px}.blockquote-w-image.with-border blockquote footer cite{font-size:inherit}.blockquote-w-image blockquote:before{display:none}@media screen and (min-width: 769px){.blockquote-w-image img{position:absolute;left:0;top:0}.blockquote-w-image blockquote{padding:0 25px 0 125px;min-height:90px}}@media screen and (min-width: 1024px){.blockquote-w-image.alternative blockquote{padding-left:105px}.blockquote-w-image.alternative blockquote footer cite{font-size:16px}.entry-content .blockquote-w-image.alternative img{width:60px;left:25px}}<\/style><\/div>\n<p>The ADAO also hosts the annual Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference, which brings together <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/doctors\/\">top mesothelioma doctors<\/a>, subject matter experts, and community members to share the latest advancements in prevention and treatment.<\/p>\n<h2>American Cancer Society<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/\">American Cancer Society (ACS)<\/a> is a nationwide health organization and one of the most trusted sources of information on mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other asbestos-related diseases.<\/p>\n<p>Its <strong>Road to Recovery<\/strong> service offers transportation assistance to families who need help getting to and from the hospital. The ACS also provides free lodging for eligible patients and <a href=\"\/resources\/caregivers\/\">caregivers<\/a> through<strong> its<\/strong> <strong>31 Hope Lodge locations across the country<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The ACS is well known for hosting events like Relay for Life to raise money for research grants and community services.<\/p>\n<div class=\"callout-shortcode hope has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.callout-shortcode{background:#EDF8F9;border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;padding:20px 20px 20px 24px;margin:40px 0;max-width:860px;position:relative}.callout-shortcode:before{content:\" \";position:absolute;top:0;bottom:0;width:4px;height:100%;left:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg, #0FAEBF 0%, #EDF8F9 100%)}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{color:#100134;font-size:22px;display:block;margin:0 0 15px}.callout-shortcode:first-child{margin-top:0}.callout-shortcode:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:20px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding-top:17px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:74px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{left:22px;position:absolute;top:20px;width:59px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background:#fff url(\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/mh-icon-65.png);background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:70%;border-radius:30px;bottom:-10px;content:\"\";display:block;height:30px;position:absolute;right:-10px;width:30px}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.callout-shortcode{padding:25px 25px 25px 34px}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{font-size:24px}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode.has-img{min-height:170px;padding-left:175px}.callout-shortcode.has-img .img-wrap{position:absolute;left:29px;top:25px;width:119px}.callout-shortcode.hope.has-img{padding-left:170px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding:0}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{width:109px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background-size:66%;bottom:-15px;height:42px;width:42px}}<\/style><div class=\"img-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/jenna-tozzi-img.png\" alt=\"Jenna Tozzi, RN, Chief Patient Care Advisor\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/div><div class=\"content\"><p>If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you don\u2019t have to face this alone. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/about\/contact\/\">Contact us for free<\/a> to get resources and support tailored to your needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>International Mesothelioma Program<\/h2>\n<p>Founded in 2002, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brighamandwomens.org\/lung-center\/chest-and-lung-cancer-programs\/international-mesothelioma-program-overview\">International Mesothelioma Program (IMP)<\/a> is located at Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital in Boston.<\/p>\n<p>The IMP is the<strong> largest mesothelioma program in the world<\/strong>, with more than 80 caregivers, researchers, and support staff dedicated to helping patients improve their prognosis and quality of life.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also home to some of the most respected mesothelioma specialists in the country, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/doctors\/dr-raphael-bueno\/\">Dr. Raphael Bueno<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/doctors\/dr-daniel-wiener\/\">Dr. Daniel Wiener<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cWe \u2018go for broke\u2019 in diagnosing and treating the patients who come to us for their care. Our comprehensive diagnostic and treatment strategies give patients everything we\u2019ve got.\u201d<br \/>\n\u2013 <strong>International Mesothelioma Program<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>The IMP has helped set new standards for treating this disease through medical collaboration, clinical research, and pioneering ventures like its mesothelioma genome project.<\/p>\n<h2>Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curemeso.org\/\">Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation<\/a> (Meso Foundation) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eradicating this cancer through education, support, and advocacy.<\/p>\n<p>As a leading mesothelioma research foundation, it has contributed <strong>over $11.8 millio<\/strong><strong>n <\/strong>to doctors and scientists searching for a cure.<\/p>\n<p>The Meso Foundation also hosts support groups, advocates for increased awareness about mesothelioma, and works to ensure that patients have access to the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/\">treatment options<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Miles for Meso<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.milesformesothelioma.org\/\">Miles for Meso<\/a> is a national 5K race, fun run, and walk for mesothelioma awareness and research sponsored by Simmons Hanly Conroy, our partner law firm.<\/p>\n<p>Every September, teams of mesothelioma survivors and loved ones participate together with a shared experience and purpose, sometimes in remembrance of those who\u2019ve lost their lives to this rare cancer.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blockquote-w-image \"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Julie-img.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><blockquote><p>&#8220;Miles for Meso means that somebody has my back\u2026and somebody is amplifying my voice against the use of asbestos and the industry of corporate greed.&#8221;<\/p>\n<footer>&ndash;<cite> Julie Gundlach, 19+ year mesothelioma survivor and Miles for Meso participant<\/cite><\/footer><\/blockquote><style type=\"text\/css\">.blockquote-w-image{position:relative;margin:40px auto}.blockquote-w-image blockquote{background:none;border-left:none;padding:25px;margin-top:0;padding-bottom:0;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.blockquote-w-image blockquote footer cite{font-size:inherit}.blockquote-w-image blockquote p{margin-bottom:0}.blockquote-w-image img{width:100px;border:none;border-radius:100%;box-shadow:none;position:relative;margin:0 auto}.blockquote-w-image.alternative{margin:60px auto}.blockquote-w-image.alternative blockquote{padding:25px 25px 25px 80px;padding-bottom:25px;background-color:#E4F4F6}.blockquote-w-image.alternative img{position:absolute;left:20px;top:25px;z-index:1;width:50px;border:1px solid #fff;box-shadow:0 0 10px rgba(34,34,34,0.2);border-radius:100%}.blockquote-w-image.with-border{background:none;border-left:4px solid #0FAEBF}.blockquote-w-image.with-border blockquote{background:none;border-radius:0;padding:10px 25px}.blockquote-w-image.with-border blockquote footer cite{font-size:inherit}.blockquote-w-image blockquote:before{display:none}@media screen and (min-width: 769px){.blockquote-w-image img{position:absolute;left:0;top:0}.blockquote-w-image blockquote{padding:0 25px 0 125px;min-height:90px}}@media screen and (min-width: 1024px){.blockquote-w-image.alternative blockquote{padding-left:105px}.blockquote-w-image.alternative blockquote footer cite{font-size:16px}.entry-content .blockquote-w-image.alternative img{width:60px;left:25px}}<\/style><\/div>\n<p>The event has raised nearly <strong>$1 million <\/strong>for mesothelioma charities and advocacy organizations since it began in 2009.<\/p>\n<p>Get our <strong>Free Mesothelioma Guide<\/strong> to learn more about how our legal partners and support staff can help you or a family member.<\/p>\n<div data-vqueid=\"1361\" class=\"widget widget_oscar-vque default image-right has-img\"><style type=\"text\/css\" 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src=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png\" class=\"attachment-Medium size-Medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Mesothelioma Guide Images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical.png 296w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical-55x55.png 55w, https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/guide-image-vertical-102x100.png 102w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vque-content\"><strong class=\"heading\">Get Your Free 2026 Mesothelioma Guide<\/strong><ul>\n<li>Symptoms &amp; staging<\/li>\n<li>Average prognosis<\/li>\n<li>Life-extending treatments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get Your Free Guide\">Get Your Free Guide<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>National Cancer Institute<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/\">National Cancer Institute (NCI)<\/a> plays a crucial role in addressing mesothelioma through research and education.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to awarding grants to cancer researchers, it sponsors and supports <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/clinical-trials\/\">mesothelioma clinical trials<\/a> that test new and emerging treatments.<\/p>\n<p>The NCI also publishes training documents that doctors and other health care professionals use to stay up-to-date on the best practices in mesothelioma treatment.<\/p>\n<h2>National Organization for Rare Disorders<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/rarediseases.org\/\">National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)<\/a> helps patients and caregivers facing less common diseases like mesothelioma feel seen, heard, supported, and connected.<\/p>\n<p><strong>It has patient assistance programs for:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Caregiver respite<\/li>\n<li>Diagnostic testing<\/li>\n<li>Emergency support<\/li>\n<li>Medications<\/li>\n<li>Travel to clinical trials and consultations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>NORD also offers seed grants to researchers working on new tests and treatments for rare diseases.<\/p>\n<h2>Simmons Cancer Institute<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.siumed.edu\/cancer\">Simmons Cancer Institute (SCI)<\/a> is a comprehensive cancer center located at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Established in 2005, the institute is dedicated to cancer research, patient care, education, and community outreach.<\/p>\n<p>SCI is named after our legal partners at Simmons Hanly Conroy in recognition of the <strong>$10.2 million pledge <\/strong>made by the firm to help fight mesothelioma and other cancers.<\/p>\n<p>Simmons Cancer Institute provides cutting-edge cancer care to patients in the region and conducts research to advance treatment methods.<\/p>\n<h2>How Mesothelioma Hope Gives Back<\/h2>\n<p>At Mesothelioma Hope, we believe in contributing to the fight against this cancer and other asbestos-related diseases through charitable giving, partnerships with other mesothelioma cancer foundations, and efforts to raise awareness.<\/p>\n<p>We also believe in <strong>giving back where it matters most <\/strong>\u2014 to the patients and caregivers navigating mesothelioma every day.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We do this by:<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Helping patients get a second opinion on their diagnosis<\/li>\n<li>Providing access to top specialists with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/get-matched\/\">Free Doctor Match<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Recommending peer mentors for families and caregivers<\/li>\n<li>Sharing resources on financial assistance and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/legal\/\">legal help<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/get-support\/\">Get support now<\/a> or call <strong><a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a><\/strong> to connect with our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-wrap\"><h2 class=\"faq-wrap-heading\">Mesothelioma Foundation FAQs<\/h2><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"1\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Is there a charity for mesothelioma?<\/h3><div><p><strong>Yes<\/strong>, many mesothelioma charities fund cancer research and help patients find specialized medical care and support services.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Some of these include the:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li>American Cancer Society<\/li>\n<li>Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization<\/li>\n<li>International Mesothelioma Program<\/li>\n<li>Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation<\/li>\n<li>National Cancer Institute<\/li>\n<li>National Organization of Rare Disorders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>These mesothelioma cancer foundations are dedicated to improving the lives of patients and the people who care for them.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"2\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">How do mesothelioma foundations help patients and families?<\/h3><div><p>Mesothelioma organizations help support patients and their families in a variety of ways, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Advocating for patient rights and raising awareness about mesothelioma<\/li>\n<li>Connecting patients and families with mesothelioma support groups<\/li>\n<li>Helping patients find doctors and hospitals specializing in mesothelioma<\/li>\n<li>Funding research to develop more effective mesothelioma treatments<\/li>\n<li>Providing <a href=\"\/resources\/financial\/\">financial assistance<\/a> for medical expenses and other related costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"3\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">How can I find top mesothelioma cancer foundations?<\/h3><div><p>You can find trusted mesothelioma cancer foundations by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/about\/contact\/\">contacting our Patient Advocates<\/a>. 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