Cancer Support Community North Texas

What Cancer Support Community North Texas does

Cancer Support Community North Texas (CSCNT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, founded in 1999 and operating under its current name since 2002 when it was established as Gilda's Club North Texas, that provides free psychosocial and emotional support services to cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and bereaved family members across North Texas. The organization operates through a community-led delivery model combining physical clubhouse locations with virtual programming, and delivered over 6,400 visits from cancer patients and families in 2023 alone. Core services include licensed facilitated support groups and individual counseling, educational presentations, health and wellness workshops (yoga, tai chi, nutrition), children's programs (Noogieland), Spanish-language services (Amigos Unidos), bereavement support, and a cancer resource specialist function that connects families with financial assistance, all delivered at no cost to members.

CSCNT's technology stack consists of standard nonprofit infrastructure including Zoom for virtual programming, a Gnosis-based member portal, WordPress CMS for the website, and online event registration platforms; the organization has no proprietary technology and no AI/ML capabilities. The business model is donation-dependent: all services are free to participants, with revenue generated from individual donations (including the Changemakers monthly giving program), corporate sponsorships (Red Tie Gala presenting sponsors, Dallas Stars Foundation, Katten Muchin), foundation grants (Woodall Foundation since 2002), planned giving, and special fundraising events including the annual Red Tie Gala and One Run 5K. Following Texas Health Resources' withdrawal of key funding effective January 1, 2025, the organization consolidated from three clubhouses (Dallas, Collin/Plano, Tarrant/Alliance) to a single relocated Dallas Clubhouse, reducing staff by approximately 40 percent.

The organization operates in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area under the leadership of CEO Mirchelle Louis, Board Chair Dave Ashworth (former EVP at Texas Health Resources), and newly appointed Development Director Chad Black. CSCNT maintains referral partnerships with Texas Oncology and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas and has received earned media coverage from NBC DFW, WFAA, Dallas Morning News, and regional outlets. Strategic momentum in 2025-2026 includes the February 2025 Dallas Clubhouse relocation to 12404 Park Central Drive, the April 2026 Grand Opening 'Homecoming' Celebration, continued fundraising execution including a $275,000+ Red Tie Gala in 2025, and the launch of a young professionals Associate Board to diversify the donor pipeline.

Name

Cancer Support Community North Texas

Legal name

Cancer Support Community North Texas

Website

https://cancersupporttexas.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cancer Support Community North Texas is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing free psychosocial support, counseling, wellness programs, and educational services to cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and bereaved families across the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cancer Support Services (Nonprofit Psychosocial Support)

NAICS

Individual and Family Services (6241), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Other Individual and Family Services (62419), Child and Youth Services (624110)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Mental Health & Crisis Support Services (BPAGACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community Health, Prevention & Health Education (BPAGACAC), Youth Mental Health, Counseling & Wellbeing (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAK)

Keywords

• Cancer support services
• Psychosocial oncology support
• Community cancer care
• Nonprofit health services
• Cancer wellness programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Dallas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Individual donors contribute one-time or recurring gifts to support CSCNT's free programs. Monthly giving program called Changemakers allows donors to set up recurring contributions. Donors can also make tribute gifts in honor or memory of loved ones.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate partners sponsor major events like the Red Tie Gala and One Run 5K. Sponsorship tiers include presenting sponsors and encouraging sponsors.
3. Foundation Grants: Foundation funding from organizations like the Woodall Foundation provides consistent annual support for CSCNT programs.
4. Special Events: Annual fundraising events including Red Tie Gala (raises over $275,000), One Run 5K, Rock the Red Door, Paint the Canvas Red, and third-party fundraisers generate revenue and awareness.
5. Monthly Giving (Changemakers): Recurring monthly donations from the Changemakers community providing predictable funding for program planning and operations.
6. Planned Giving: Estate planning and planned giving options allow donors to include CSCNT in their long-term giving plans.
7. Third-Party Fundraising Events: Community members and companies host independent fundraisers benefiting CSCNT, such as Luke's Lawn holiday display and corporate giving programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Cancer Support Community North Texas delivers free psychosocial and emotional support services to people impacted by cancer across North Texas. Its offerings include professionally facilitated support groups, individual counseling, educational presentations, health and wellness workshops, children's programs (Noogieland), Spanish-language programs (Amigos Unidos), bereavement support, and a Cancer Resource Specialist navigation service, all delivered at no cost through physical clubhouses and virtual channels.

Product overview

Cancer Support Community North Texas operates as a nonprofit social and emotional support organization, not a technology product company. The organization provides a comprehensive portfolio of cancer support services delivered through physical clubhouse locations in Dallas, Collin, and Tarrant Counties, as well as virtual programming. Core services include support groups and individual counseling facilitated by licensed mental health professionals, educational presentations, health and wellness workshops (yoga, tai chi, art), and specialized programs for children and teens through Noogieland. Spanish-language support is available through the Amigos Unidos program. All services are provided free of charge to members. The organization supplements in-person offerings with an On-Demand Video Library for remote access to programming.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Support Groups & Individual Counseling Facilitated by licensed mental health professionals, available in-person at the Dallas Clubhouse or virtually, for those impacted by cancer including family, friends, and those bereaved.
• Educational Presentations Presentations covering a wide range of cancer-related topics that provide members and caregivers with information, skills, tools, and techniques for living with or supporting someone with cancer.
• Health & Wellness Workshops A variety of in-person and virtual workshops promoting a healthy lifestyle, including gentle exercise (yoga, tai chi) and nutrition programming for members.
• Kids & Teen Programs (Noogieland) Programs for children and teens who have a loved one with cancer, have cancer themselves, or have experienced a loss due to cancer, delivered at the Dallas Clubhouse and select events.
• Spanish Programs (Amigos Unidos) Spanish-language support group and programs for the Spanish-speaking community impacted by cancer, addressing cultural barriers to care and removing language barriers for Hispanic/Latino families.
• Virtual Programs Online support services, activities, and classes accessible remotely for members who cannot attend in-person programs or live outside the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
• On-Demand Video Library Pre-recorded video content including Sound Bath Meditation and other supportive programming available on demand through the CSCNT member portal at any time.
• Free Membership Complimentary membership providing access to all CSCNT support services, including support groups, individual counseling, healthy lifestyle classes, educational presentations, and cancer resources at no cost.
• Cancer Resource Specialist Staff specialist connecting cancer patients and their families to financial resources, providing guidance on insurance, and helping navigate medical expenses and support services.
• Dallas County Clubhouse Physical Dallas County clubhouse providing a warm, welcoming community space where people with cancer and their families find social and emotional support through in-person programs, support groups, counseling, and wellness classes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 6,400 visits from cancer patients and families in 2023 alone
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Texas OncologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTexas Oncology, a major cancer care provider, partners with CSCNT for joint community events like Community is Stronger Than Cancer Day. Oncologists refer patients to CSCNT and participate in educational content. The partnership ensures cancer patients receive comprehensive care including psychosocial support.
• Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital DallascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTexas Health Dallas co-hosted Community is Stronger Than Cancer Day with CSCNT and Texas Oncology. The hospital previously housed CSCNT at its THR Cancer Center location.
• glassybabysupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerHandblown glassware company holds Valentine's giveback events at NorthPark Center with portion of proceeds benefiting CSCNT. Year-round shopping at their store also supports CSCNT with code 'CSCNT' providing donations.
• Eataly DallassupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerItalian restaurant at NorthPark Center provided food and beverages for CSCNT's glassybaby Valentine's giveback event.
• Bird BakerysupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal bakery donated cupcakes for the Grand Opening 'Homecoming' Celebration at the new Dallas Clubhouse.
• Raising Cane'ssupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerRestaurant provided drinks for the Grand Opening 'Homecoming' Celebration at the new Dallas Clubhouse.
• Pollo CamperosupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerRestaurant provided meal coupons for the Grand Opening 'Homecoming' Celebration at the new Dallas Clubhouse.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• CancerCare: CancerCare is a national nonprofit providing free, professional support services including counseling, support groups, educational workshops, and financial assistance to anyone affected by cancer. It is highly comparable to CSCNT in mission, service mix, and free-to-user model.
• Imerman Angels: Imerman Angels provides free one-on-one peer mentor support for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. It is comparable to CSCNT as a free, personalized psychosocial support nonprofit serving the same target population.
• Wellness House: Wellness House is a community-based nonprofit offering free psychosocial support, educational programs, and wellness classes to people impacted by cancer. It is structurally very similar to CSCNT — a physical clubhouse model with free, comprehensive programming.
• Cancer Support Community (National HQ): Cancer Support Community is the parent network and global nonprofit that CSCNT affiliates with. CSCNT carries the CSC brand, follows the same psychosocial support model, and benefits from shared program frameworks — making it the most directly comparable peer.

Emerging players

• Stupid Cancer: Stupid Cancer focuses on young adult cancer patients and survivors, offering support programs, advocacy, and community-building. It overlaps with CSCNT's survivor/caregiver segments but is more narrowly focused on the young adult demographic.
• Cancer Really Sucks: Cancer Really Sucks provides free online peer support resources for teens and young adults who have a loved one with cancer. It is comparable to CSCNT's Noogieland children's program but operates as an emerging digital-native alternative rather than a clubhouse model.

Broad incumbents

• Livestrong Foundation: Livestrong is a nationally recognized cancer survivor support organization providing navigation, emotional support, and fertility/financial resources. It operates as a broader incumbent in the same survivor psychosocial support space.
• Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: LLS is a national blood cancer nonprofit offering patient support, education, and financial assistance. Although disease-specific (blood cancers), its psychosocial support programs directly compete with the support group and counseling services CSCNT offers to those patients.
• American Cancer Society: American Cancer Society is the largest US cancer-focused nonprofit, offering patient support, research funding, and education. While broader in scope (research and policy advocacy included), its patient support programs overlap significantly with CSCNT's services.

Regional players

• Susan G. Komen (Dallas County): Susan G. Komen's Dallas County affiliate is a regional cancer nonprofit serving the same North Texas geography as CSCNT. While focused on breast cancer, it similarly provides patient navigation, education, and community-based support to local cancer patients.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CSCNT
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cancer-support-community-north-texas
• Instagraminstagram.com/cancersupporttx
• Xx.com/cscnorthtx

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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