Sister2Sister

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death of african american women. Though black women get breast cancer at a slightly lower incidence rate (3%) than white women, black women are 39% more likely to die of breast cancer than thite women. Annual wellness webinars - virtual webinars are held in partnership with the rutgers cancer institute of new jersey. The programs provided free breast health information, nutrition and the importance of exercise. Over 100 participants registered for the three week webinar series. Mammogram cards and follow up were provided to participants who requested additional information. Sister2sister continues to partner with the rwj community health education and provide free screening to local participants. Follow up is given to all particpants that need additional breast health information and/or show signs of health problems. The gift for life block walk and 5k breast cancer "run/walk 4life was combined. The 5k race/walk is an annual event held each year. The funds raised help to bring outreach and educational workshops to over 10,000 families in central new jersey. In addition to supporting many community breast health programs, funds raised fom this event support the organization's breast cancer assistance program bcap, which provies emergency breast cancer related services for qualified women during treatment. The organization conducts survivorship meetings on the second monday of each month. Newly diagnosed woman are encourage to participate in discussions, ask question and voice concerns. Updates are given on treatment options, clinical trials and new research programs. During 2023 3,149 women were educated through the support meetings & outreach services. Women empowering women is normally an annual event designed for women leaders in the community. The organization partners with women in the community for a one day program that educates and empowers women to take the mission of the organization to their homes.

Sister2sister breast cancer assistance program (bcap) is a unique assistance program and is one of the primary focuses of the organization. Bcap provides support services, referral service and financial assistance to women facing financial challenges during chemotheray treatment. These services include, but are not limited to receiving rent payments, utility payments, counseling, wigs, prosthetics, grocery cards,transportation to chemotherapy treatment, and other emergency services. The breast cancer assistant program (bcap) provided over 34,000 in bcap financial services during 2023.