National LGBTQI+ Cancer Network

What National LGBTQI+ Cancer Network does

The National LGBTQI+ Cancer Network (operating as "The Cancer Network") is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2006 in Providence, Rhode Island, that addresses cancer disparities in LGBTQIA+ communities through three pillars: training healthcare providers in culturally competent care, educating LGBTQIA+ individuals about cancer risks and screening, and advocating for inclusion in national cancer research, organizations, and media. The organization operates a portfolio of programs including Training & Technical Assistance, peer Support Groups, the OUT Survey research initiative, the national Welcoming Provider Directory covering all U.S. states, and disease-specific campaigns such as Know & Glow (HPV), No Smokescreen (tobacco), Queer Health is Power, Breathe Out, and Out Proud Free. All services are delivered free of charge to end users.

The underlying technology stack is a standard low-cost nonprofit configuration: a WordPress website with iThemes Security serving as the primary distribution platform for the resource library, provider directory, and program information; Airtable for managing membership, newsletter, and mailing list data; and Givelively.org for processing donations. The organization runs a fully-remote operation with a small staff (14 employees) and maintains a presence across all 50 U.S. states through its Welcoming Provider Directory. Its revenue model is donations-only, with no fees for any service. The organization engages in federal-level policy advocacy on LGBTQIA+ health protections, including Section 1557, FDA tobacco rulemaking, and responses to Supreme Court decisions, which functions as both mission delivery and brand-building activity.

Name

National LGBTQI+ Cancer Network

Legal name

National LGBT Cancer Network

Website

https://cancer-network.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The National LGBTQI+ Cancer Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that trains healthcare providers, educates LGBTQIA+ communities, and advocates for inclusive cancer care and policy. It operates a national Welcoming Provider Directory and multiple awareness programs funded by donations, with 14 staff in a fully-remote model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

LGBTQ+ Cancer Advocacy and Support Services

NAICS

Social Assistance (624), Individual and Family Services (6241), Human Rights Organizations (813311)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Disease-Specific Research & Support (e.g., Cancer, Diabetes, ALS) (BPAGACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

LGBTQ+ Rights & Advocacy Organizations (BPAGAFAE), Health & Support Communities (BPAMABAL)

Keywords

• LGBTQ cancer support
• Cancer health equity
• Healthcare provider training
• Peer support services
• Cancer patient advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Providence

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: The organization accepts donations through Givelively.org platform. Donations are the primary form of financial support for operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Cancer Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that connects LGBTQIA+ cancer patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals with evidence-based education, peer support groups, cultural competency training for providers, and a national Welcoming Provider Directory. It also runs targeted prevention and education programs on HPV, tobacco, and queer health, and engages in policy advocacy to advance LGBTQIA+ inclusion in cancer research and care.

Product overview

The National LGBTQI+ Cancer Network operates as a nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of programs and services focused on LGBTQIA+ cancer education, support, and advocacy. The core offerings include training and technical assistance for healthcare providers, peer support groups for patients and survivors, research through the OUT Survey initiative, and a national welcoming provider directory. Additional programs address specific health concerns including tobacco prevention (No Smokescreen), HPV awareness (Know & Glow), and LGBTQIA+ health education (Queer Health is Power, Breathe Out, Out Proud Free). The organization maintains a resource library and engages in policy advocacy to advance health equity for LGBTQIA+ communities affected by cancer.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• OUT Survey: LGBTQIA+ cancer research survey initiative
• No Smokescreen
• Queer Health is Power
• Know & Glow
• Out Proud Free
• Breathe Out

Products and services

• Training and Technical Assistance Training programs that equip healthcare providers and organizations with knowledge, tools, and guidance to offer affirming, inclusive cancer care for LGBTQIA+ patients. Includes free trainings, toolkits, and technical assistance for healthcare providers and clinical staff.
• Support Groups Peer support services connecting LGBTQIA+ cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers with welcoming spaces, community resources, and structured peer support groups.
• OUT Survey Research initiative conducting surveys to collect data directly from LGBTQIA+ community members about their cancer and healthcare experiences, supporting data-driven advocacy and research.
• Welcoming Screening Provider Directory National searchable directory of medical professionals and facilities ranked based on LGBTQIA+ welcoming criteria, including website presence, staff training, and transgender care standards, covering all U.S. states.
• Policy and Advocacy Systems-level advocacy efforts to protect LGBTQIA+ rights and advance health equity across the cancer continuum, including engagement with federal agencies and national cancer organizations.
• No Smokescreen Tobacco-related cancer prevention program focused on reducing tobacco use and related cancer disparities in LGBTQIA+ communities.
• Know and Glow (HPV Info) HPV education program covering screening and prevention information for LGBTQIA+ communities, including risk assessments and vaccination guidance.
• Queer Health is Power (QHIP) Health education and empowerment program designed for queer communities to support informed cancer and health decision-making.
• Breathe Out Respiratory and lung health program supporting LGBTQIA+ communities in cancer prevention and care related to lung health.
• Out Proud Free Program supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals in cancer care and prevention through education and outreach.

Quantifiable outcome

• National Welcoming Provider Directory covering all U.S. states with rankings for LGBTQIA+-welcoming facilities
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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App detail

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• AirtablecoreTechnology or IntegrationAirtable is used for managing membership and mailing list data. Contact information collected through the mailing list and membership forms is stored on Airtable.com servers.
• GivelivelycoreTechnology or IntegrationGivelively.org is used to process donations. Transaction data for donations is stored on Givelively.org servers.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Susan G. Komen: Major disease-specific cancer nonprofit with research, community health, and advocacy programs. Comparable in operating model (donor-funded, disease-focused) and program mix (training, education, advocacy).
• CancerCare: National nonprofit providing free support services for cancer patients including counseling, support groups, and financial assistance. Comparable as a cancer patient support nonprofit serving similar patient and caregiver audiences.
• GLAAD: LGBTQIA+ media advocacy and representation organization. Comparable as a national LGBTQIA+ advocacy nonprofit engaging in policy, media, and cultural change work.
• American Cancer Society: Largest national cancer-focused nonprofit offering research, patient support, and advocacy. Comparable as a cancer patient support and advocacy organization, though broader in scope and not LGBTQIA+-specific.
• Lambda Legal: National LGBTQIA+ legal organization pursuing impact litigation and policy advocacy. Comparable as a major LGBTQIA+ advocacy organization, though focused on legal rather than health equity.
• Human Rights Campaign: Largest LGBTQIA+ civil rights advocacy organization in the U.S. Comparable as a national LGBTQIA+ advocacy and policy organization, though broader in scope beyond cancer.

Direct peers

• Whitman-Walker Health: Washington DC-based LGBTQIA+-focused community health organization providing care, research, and education. Comparable as an LGBTQIA+ health nonprofit with patient services, training, and advocacy missions.
• National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center (Fenway Institute): Provides LGBTQIA+ cultural competency training and educational resources for healthcare providers. Directly comparable as a national training and education organization serving similar healthcare provider audiences.
• Fenway Health: Federally qualified health center providing LGBTQIA+ affirming healthcare including oncology-related services. Directly comparable as a national LGBTQIA+ health equity organization with research, provider training, and patient care capabilities.
• Callen-Lorde Community Health Center: NYC-based LGBTQIA+ community health center providing affirming primary and specialty care. Comparable as a mission-aligned LGBTQIA+ health organization offering patient services and provider education.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lgbtqicancernetwork

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

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