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Ways to help

There are many ways to support free, plain-language cancer education — big and small, with money or without. Every one helps someone find clear answers when they need them most.

First, see why your support matters

Review our content

Nurses, clinicians, students & patient advocates

Volunteer 1–2 hours a month to check articles in your area against their trusted sources. Fully remote, no minimum commitment — and your name and credentials appear on every page you review. It’s as valuable to us as a donation.See how it works

Give

Financial gifts keep every guide free and ad-free.

Make a donationA one-time gift of any size helps keep every guide free and ad-free.Donate
Give monthlyA small monthly gift provides steady support that helps us plan and grow all year.Become a monthly donor
Give in honorCelebrate someone strong with a gift made in their honor, and send them a card.Give in honor
Give in memoryRemember someone loved with a meaningful tribute gift.Give in memory

More ways to give

Multiply your impact through fundraising, your workplace, or your skills.

Start your own fundraiserTurn a birthday, run, or milestone into support for free cancer education. We'll help you set it up.See how it works
Workplace giving & matchingMany employers match employee donations — doubling your impact. Ask your HR team, and let us know if you need our details.Learn about matching
Planned & legacy givingConsider including Cancer Explained in your long-term giving plans. Reach out and we'll share how.Ask about planned giving
Volunteer your skillsWriters, translators, clinicians, and helpers of all kinds can support our mission. Tell us how you'd like to help.Volunteer with us
Share your experienceHelp us build real patient and caregiver lessons through consent-based interviews. No fake stories, no medical advice.Share what helped
Test a patient guideRead one page and show us whether its meaning, safety steps, and questions are easy to find. We test the page—not you.Volunteer for usability testing

Spread the word

Support that costs nothing — sharing clear answers helps people feel less alone.

Send a supportive e-cardSend a free card to someone facing cancer — and pair it with a gift if you like.Send a card
Get our newsletterPlain-language cancer education in your inbox, and a way to stay connected.Subscribe
Share the libraryTell a friend, caregiver, or clinic. Sharing our free guides costs nothing and helps someone find clear answers.See what's new to share

Questions about giving? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you.