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Where the Money Goes
Each year, 13,000 young adults face a breast cancer diagnosis. They’re often the youngest person in their oncologist’s office. They face early menopause, infertility, and negative impacts to their sexual health and body image. They also have higher rates of feeling isolated, depressed and anxious than their older counterparts.
You can help YSC support each of them. Your fundraising helps provide 130+ local support groups, live and on-demand health education, the largest international conference dedicated to young survivors and thrivers, and so much more.
100% of the money you fundraise for this event goes directly to mission.
YSC impact in action
24,000
survivors and their care-givers served every year
20,000
views of educational livestreams and on-demand video
531,000
educational pages read
94%
felt more confident talking to their healthcare providers after attending educational event
94%
felt more knowledgeable about issues unique to the young breast cancer community after education even
70%
felt more supported and informed after attending a community hangout
Breast Cancer is Different for Young Adults
Isolated
Often the youngest person in their oncologist’s office
Biologically Different
Diagnosed with more aggressive forms of breast cancer with higher fatality rate
Underrepresented
Research studies and clinical trials conducted on older populations
Fertility & Family Planning
Face early menopause, infertility, and negative impacts to their sexual health
Mental Health Impact
More likely than older counterparts to experience depression and anxiety
Financial Hardship
Less likely to be established in their careers and may lack sufficient health insurance
YSC Programs
YSC Summit
In person conference featuring up to 40 expert-led workshops with evidence-based insights for the young adult breast cancer community, including tailored tracks for metastatic breast cancer and co-survivors. Financial and travel assistance offered to attendees who demonstrate need.
YSC Virtual Summit
Live virtual events with Q&A sessions featuring top experts in medicine, research, and mental health, available on-demand to support and educate young adults affected by breast cancer, including survivors, thrivers, and co-survivors.
YSC MBC Living Retreat
Half-day retreat to connect with young adults facing metastatic breast cancer through inspiring practices and tools to foster hope amid uncertainty. In-person and virtual options available for increased access.
YSC Wellness Summit
In-person wellness retreat featuring personalized programming for mental health resilience, with a Restore Track for all abilities, a TDP Track for endurance cycling, and engaging opportunities to build meaningful connections.