Florida Breast Cancer Foundation

Name

Florida Breast Cancer Foundation

Legal name

Florida Breast Cancer Foundation

Website

https://floridabreastcancer.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit breast cancer advocacy and research funding

NAICS

Voluntary Health Organizations (813212), Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Health & Medical Research Grantmaking Foundations (BPAGAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community Health & Prevention Program Funding (HLAJALAF), Chronic Disease & Health Promotion Program Funding (HLAJALAJ)

Keywords

• Breast cancer research funding
• Breast cancer advocacy services
• Breast cancer education grants
• Nonprofit health programs
• Mammogram access services

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: Individual donors contribute to FBCF to fund breast cancer research, education, advocacy, living expense assistance, medical item programs, and mammogram programs across Florida.
2. End Breast Cancer Specialty License Plate: Florida residents can purchase or renew the End Breast Cancer specialty license plate. FBCF receives $25 per initial purchase and $25 per renewal. 100% of funds raised stay in Florida. Over $9.5 million has been awarded through license plate sales to Florida institutions and nonprofits.
3. Thrift Store Proceeds (Pickups for Breast Cancer): FBCF partners with Pickups for Breast Cancer, a free donation pickup service. Proceeds from donated clothing and household items help fund FBCF's breast cancer programs including research, education, advocacy, living expenses, medical items, and mammogram programs.
4. Grants and Education Awards: FBCF issues Scientific Research Grants, Education Grants, and Direct Services Grants to Florida institutions and nonprofit organizations. The foundation has awarded 452 Research, Education, and Direct Services Awards totaling $14M+.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Florida Breast Cancer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that funds breast cancer research, education, advocacy, and direct services for Floridians affected by breast cancer. It generates revenue primarily through individual and corporate donations, the End Breast Cancer specialty license plate ($25 per purchase and renewal), and thrift-store donation proceeds, and distributes those funds through Scientific Research Grants, Education Grants, Direct Services Grants, the MASS breast health education program for underserved minority women, the Advocacy Fellowship, a virtual support group, and the annual Race 2 Cure 5K.

Product overview

The Florida Breast Cancer Foundation (FBCF) is a nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of programs focused on ending breast cancer through advocacy, education, and research. The core offerings include the End Breast Cancer specialty license plate program (which generates ongoing funding), grant programs for scientific research, education, and direct services to nonprofits, and signature programs like the MASS Program (Mammograms After Sunday Service) for underserved communities and the Advocacy Fellowship for training breast cancer advocates. Additional programs include a virtual support group (Live, Learn, Laugh), annual Race 2 Cure 5K events, and community engagement initiatives like the Pickups for Breast Cancer donation service and the 'What's Your Reason Why' social media campaign. FBCF operates as a Florida-first organization with no integrated technology platform or API-based products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• End Breast Cancer Specialty License Plate A specialty vehicle license plate program available through all 67 Florida county tax collector offices that generates $25 per plate purchase and $25 per renewal for FBCF to fund breast cancer research and education in Florida. Available to Florida residents purchasing or renewing vehicle registration.
• Scientific Research Grants Grant program funding innovative breast cancer research at Florida institutions to discover improved methods of diagnosis, treatment, and cure. Awarded to Florida-based academic and research organizations through a request-for-applications process.
• Education Grants Grant program providing funding to nonprofit community-based organizations across Florida for breast cancer education projects targeting local communities.
• Direct Services Grants for Nonprofits Grant program supporting nonprofits providing direct services to breast cancer patients, including living-expense assistance, medical-item support, and mammogram programs. Awarded to Florida-based nonprofit organizations.
• MASS Program (Mammograms After Sunday Service) FBCF's signature breast health education program partnering with the Florida Department of Health to reduce late-stage breast cancer diagnosis in underserved African American and minority communities through educational seminars and mammogram referrals. Originally created by The Beautiful Gate Cancer Support & Resource Center of Miami and previously funded by FBCF education grants.
• Advocacy Fellowship Annual leadership development program selecting 10 advocates from diverse Florida communities to participate in nationally recognized advocacy training, with awards of up to $1,500 to support conference participation.
• Live, Learn, Laugh Virtual Support Group Statewide virtual support group for breast cancer fighters and survivors providing emotional support and educational guest presentations.
• Race 2 Cure 5K Annual in-person and virtual 5K run/walk event held during Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Oviedo Mall, Oviedo, FL, to raise funds and honor survivors, in partnership with the Orlando Sports Foundation. 50% of team ticket proceeds go to FBCF programs.
• Pickups for Breast Cancer Free donation pickup service for gently used clothing and household items in South, Central, and West Coast Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Orlando/Central Florida, and West Coast), with proceeds supporting FBCF's breast cancer research, education, and mammogram programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $14M invested in breast cancer research, education, advocacy, and direct services in Florida
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

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App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Pickups for Breast CancercoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFBCF partners with Pickups for Breast Cancer, a free donation pickup service that accepts clothing and household items in South, Central, and West Coast Florida. Proceeds from donated items help fund FBCF's breast cancer research, education, advocacy, living expense, medical item, and mammogram programs throughout the state. The service can be reached at 1-888-492-4483 or through pickupsforbreastcancer.org.
• Florida Department of Health (FBCCEDP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFBCF's MASS (Mammograms After Sunday Service) program partners with the Florida Department of Health's Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (FBCCEDP) to provide breast health education and access to mammograms for underserved African American and minority women. The partnership removes barriers due to cost, literacy, cultural, or transportation challenges.
• The Beautiful Gate Cancer Support & Resource CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe MASS (Mammograms After Sunday Service) program was originally created by The Beautiful Gate Cancer Support & Resource Center of Miami and was previously funded by FBCF education grants. The program is now FBCF's signature breast health education program, directed by Pamela Burnett.
• Florida Tax Collector Offices (67 counties)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerAll 67 county tax collector offices in Florida participate in FBCF's statewide Breast Cancer Awareness Month campaign. They promote the End Breast Cancer specialty license plate and distribute breast cancer education materials in their communities. This partnership has been active for eight years and has significantly boosted license plate sales.
• Gold Corporate Partners (Battle of the Babes, Carrabba's, E11EVEN Vodka, Ed Morse, Oviedo Mall, Phillips Toyota, Property Force, Universal Hyundai, Wellington Golf Club)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerGold tier corporate partners support FBCF through donations, events, and promotional activities. They include restaurants (Carrabba's), entertainment venues (E11EVEN Vodka), automotive dealers (Ed Morse, Phillips Toyota, Universal Hyundai), retail (Oviedo Mall), and others. These partners promote FBCF during Breast Cancer Awareness Month and other events.
• Silver Corporate Partners (BSO, Gastronomica, Kendall Hyundai, Planet Smoothie)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver tier corporate partners including BSO (Broward Sheriff's Office), Gastronomica restaurant, Kendall Hyundai, and Planet Smoothie support FBCF through donations and promotional activities during Breast Cancer Awareness Month and other events.
• Bronze Corporate Partners (Gerben Law, Weston YMCA)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerBronze tier corporate partners including Gerben Law and Weston YMCA support FBCF through donations and promotional activities during Breast Cancer Awareness Month and other events.
• Orlando Sports FoundationmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerFBCF partners with the Orlando Sports Foundation for the annual Race 2 Cure 5K and Tribute Walk event. The partnership has been active for multiple years and helps FBCF raise funds and awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
• Pickups for Breast Cancer Corporate Partners (Condo/HOA Associations)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerVarious condo and HOA associations partner with Pickups for Breast Cancer to organize donation drives at their properties, supporting FBCF's mission. Partners include Biscayne Beach Miami Condos, Cascadelake HOA, Parkgrove, Emerald at Brickell, Paraiso Bay, UM Mattress, and others.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Susan G. Komen: The largest U.S. breast cancer nonprofit, funding research, education, screening, and direct services nationwide — directly comparable to FBCF's mission across research, education, advocacy, and direct services, though at vastly greater scale and geographic scope.
• Breast Cancer Research Foundation: Private foundation dedicated exclusively to funding breast cancer research worldwide. Directly comparable to FBCF's Scientific Research Grants program and grantmaking foundation structure, though BCRF operates at substantially larger scale.
• Living Beyond Breast Cancer: National nonprofit providing education, support resources, and advocacy for people impacted by breast cancer. Closely comparable to FBCF's education, support directory, and advocacy programming, particularly for underserved communities.
• Young Survival Coalition: Nonprofit focused on young women affected by breast cancer, with overlapping peer-support, advocacy, and education programming. Comparable to FBCF's survivor support, advocacy fellowship, and community education model.
• American Breast Cancer Foundation: National nonprofit providing mammograms and direct financial assistance to underinsured and uninsured individuals. Directly comparable to FBCF's MASS program and Direct Services Grants for underserved populations.
• National Breast Cancer Foundation: National nonprofit funding mammograms, education, and research for underserved women. Closely comparable to FBCF in program mix (research + education + mammogram access for underserved populations) and grantmaking model.

Broad incumbents

• American Cancer Society: The largest U.S. cancer nonprofit with overlapping programs in research funding, patient services, education, and advocacy. Comparable to FBCF as a cancer-focused grantmaker and direct-service provider but covers all cancers and operates nationwide.

Emerging players

• Tigerlily Foundation: National breast cancer foundation focused on young women, with strong health-equity lens and survivor advocacy programs. Comparable to FBCF in advocacy fellowship and equity-focused program design, though it operates at a younger, smaller scale.

Regional players

• Promise Fund of Florida: Florida-based nonprofit focused on increasing access to breast and cervical cancer screening for underserved women. Directly comparable to FBCF's mission in the same state, with shared leadership lineage (Karen Patti previously served as COO).

Others

• Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center / Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (peer Florida research institutions): Florida research institutions receiving breast cancer grants from FBCF. Representative of the recipient ecosystem rather than direct competitors, but functionally comparable as research institutions the foundation underwrites and partners with for impact delivery in Florida.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/flbreastcancer
• Facebookfacebook.com/FLBreastCancerFoundation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/florida-breast-cancer-foundation

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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