Gifts to the Coalition ensure all programs remain free of charge and directly support individuals affected by breast and/or gynecologic cancers. Through our pillars of Support, Education, Advocacy, and Research, we serve thousands of people in our community each year.
Give Online
Make your gift by using our secure gift form. Click the button below.
Give By Mail
Mail to: The Breast Cancer Coalition, 1048 University Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607. Make checks payable to: “Breast Cancer Coalition”
Give By Phone
Contact the Breast Cancer Coalition Main Office at (585) 473-8177 and provide your credit card information.
We are grateful for our supporters’ meaningful investment in this mission — whether through the President’s Circle, monthly giving, or consistent annual support. Together, these dedicated donors fuel our work and help keep our programs accessible to all who need them.
President’s Circle: The Coalition recognizes individuals who have made leadership level annual fund or United Way gifts of $1,000 or more in the calendar year through the President’s Circle.
Coalition GEMs: Coalition GEMs are a special group of dedicated supporters who help the Coalition throughout the year by making a monthly gift. Monthly gifts offer a steady and cost-effective source of income.
Coalition Loyal: Coalition Loyal are individuals who make an annual fund or United Way gift – of any amount – for two or more consecutive years as part of our Coalition Loyal Giving Society.
Other Ways to Give:
Stocks and Securities
Your gift of stocks, bonds, or other appreciated securities may provide you with a tax advantage by avoiding federal capital gains taxes and providing a federal income tax deduction for the current market value of the gift. State tax benefits are also often provided. Contact Jen Buonomo via email or at (585) 473-8177 for specific details.
IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution
Are you 70 1/2 or older? Consider providing a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA through a tax-free transfer.
Donor Advised Funds
If you have established a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) through a community foundation or financial institution, you may recommend a grant to support The Breast Cancer Coalition.
United Way
Make The Breast Cancer Coalition the beneficiary of your annual United Way giving, by selecting Donor Choice #2334
Raise Funds
Whether it’s hosting a bowling tournament, organizing a school/club collection or coordinating a dress down day at work, there are many creative ways to support The Breast Cancer Coalition. Contact Outreach Coordinator, Tori Toliver Powers at (585) 473-8177 to learn more about third party fundraisers.
Donate Items to our PALS Pak program
A “PALS Pak” is a canvas tote bag filled with items meant to bring comfort, support, and practical help during surgery, treatment, or recovery. Typical contents include things like blankets or pillows (for comfort), reading materials (both informational — about cancer/treatment — and inspirational), lotions, teas, perhaps gentle lip balm/lotion, coloring books or journals, soothing items, etc.
The specific items are selected based on feedback from survivors, aiming to meet real needs that people often have when dealing with diagnosis and treatment. Participation in PALS mentor program is optional — the “pak” is offered to everyone who attends a “Breast Cancer or Gynecologic Cancer 101” session. Those who want can also connect with a peer mentor.
You can mail or drop off your donation to our office: 1048 University Ave, Rochester, NY 14607.
In Kind Gifts
You can make a direct impact in the lives of those we serve with a donation of goods or services. In Kind donations help with the Coalition’s educational and support programming and our annual fundraising events.
Examples of Gifts-in-Kind include:
- Gift certificates or Gift Cards (restaurants, spas, boutiques, to be used as raffle or silent auction items)
- Print services (for mailings, event promotion, programming materials)
- Delivery services (to help transport supplies and equipment to event venues)
- Catering services (for Holiday Open House or Volunteer Recognition Celebration)
- Vacation rentals (could be an item in our ACTober event live auction)
- AV services (videos for: website, award presentations, event programs)
You can mail or drop off your donation to our office: 1048 University Ave, Rochester, NY 14607.
Employer Matching
Many employers reward philanthropic generosity through their own matching gift programs, which can double or even triple the impact of your donation—creating meaningful opportunities for the people we serve. Contact your employer’s Human Resources office to learn more about you’re their matching gift process. Let us know if your gift will be matched so we can ensure its full impact.
Donate Your Car
Donating your vehicle to the Breast Cancer Coalition is convenient, easy, and may qualify you for a tax deduction. And best of all, your donation of a used car or truck will make a big difference in supporting our many programs and services. We can even accept donations of boats, motorcycles and recreational vehicles. They do not have to be currently running. Your vehicle donation will be sold at an auction and 80% of the proceeds of the sale will go directly to the Coalition! Call 1-866-628-2277 for more information.