The /UCLA Women’s Cancer Research Program
Founded in 1990 by Lilly Tartikoff and Ronald O. Perelman, the Program has consistently worked towards the control and ultimate elimination of breast and ovarian cancer. Research efforts over the past 18 years for more effective and less toxic cancer treatments include the groundbreaking development and eventual FDA approval of the cancer treatment, Herceptin®. This pioneering research proved, for the very first time, that all breast cancers are not alike, and that targeted therapy was not only possible, but could be more effective than traditional therapies for a number of women with the HER2 sub-type of breast cancer. This treatment is now available worldwide to women with metastatic as well as early breast cancer. The Program is now actively pursuing projects to identify and characterize genetic sub-types in ovarian cancers as well as non-HER2 sub-types of breast cancer.

Funding from the Entertainment Industry Foundation  Run/Walk has been used to establish and maintain the Community/UCLA Oncology Research Network. This research network is responsible for evaluating new and innovative approaches to women’s 
cancers and making these state-of-the-
art therapies available, as rapidly as possible, to local patients at community medical offices throughout Southern California and beyond. To date, this has been one of the most effective and successful clinical research networks in the country. Together we are making a difference! (310) 206-4249.

The Wellness Community
Provides free emotional support, education and hope to people with cancer and their families, including programs specific to breast and gynecologic cancers.
(626) 796-1083 www.twc-socal.org

Women of Color Breast Cancer Survivors’ Support Project
Breast health and early detection education outreach. Support Groups and advocacy for African-American women with breast cancer.
(310) 330-5140 www.woc4me.org

Los Angeles Breast Cancer Alliance
Provides non-clinical support to women in treatment, access to quality health care, education and clinical trials through community involvement and promotes health advocacy.
(310) 453-1046 www.labca.org

Cedars-Sinai Gilda Radner Cancer Detection Program
Part of Cedars-Sinai Women’s Cancer Reseach Institute at the Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute is dedicated to facilitating ovarian and breast cancer research using investigational cancer screening for high risk women with the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation.
(310) 423-9966 www.cedars-sinai.edu/wcri

USC/Norris Comprehensive 
Cancer Center and Hospital 
Women’s Cancer Program
Women’s cancer research and treatment at a leading cancer center in the area of prevention, research, education, and patient care.
(323) 865-0700 http://uscnorriscancer.usc.edu

Providence Saint Joseph Foundation
The Roy and Patricia Disney Cancer Center, opening in early 2009, will provide state-of-the-art conventional and complementary cancer treatments, creating a comprehensive healing environment for cancer patients and their families in the San Fernando Valley and extended communities.
(818) 843-5111 www.providence.org

weSPARK Cancer Support Center
Offers free services at 3 valley locations. Services includes Support Groups, Children’s Groups, Yoga, Tai Chi, Meditation, Mah Jongg, Grief Recovery, Research Library and more for all cancer patients, their families and friends.
(818) 906-3022 www.wespark.org

John Wayne Cancer Institute
John Wayne Cancer Institute’s Breast Center at Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica is a world-renowned comprehensive breast center for translational research in treatment, prevention, psychosocial support, education and early detection of breast cancer for patients from around the globe.
(800) 262-6259 www.jwci.org

Citrus Valley Medical Center’s Cancer Resource Center
Available to residents of the East San Gabriel Valley offering support groups, educational materials and integrative health programs for cancer patients and their families.
(626) 938-7585 www.cvhp.org

Team Survivor Los Angeles
Free group exercise programs for women living with cancer - all fitness levels welcome!
(310) 477-8557 www.teamsurvivor-la.org

The UCLA Digital 
Mammography Program
Provides patient care, research and training through a project to further develop and study digital mammography for breast cancer detection and diagnosis.
(310) 206-9608

T.H.E. (To Help Everyone) Clinic, Inc.
Located in Southwest Los Angeles, conducts breast cancer screening, community outreach and education, provides clinical breast exams, mobile mammography and referrals for low-income and underinsured patients since 1992.
(323) 730-1920 www.theclinicinc.org

AltaMed Health Services Corporation
Offers breast cancer education, support, referrals and health services for low income, uninsured women from 119 zip codes within the Greater East Los Angeles area.
(877) GO-2-ALTA www.altamed.org

Asian American Network for Cancer Awareness, Research & Training
Provides cancer awareness, research, training and outreach programs targeted specifically to Asian American communities in LA County.
(310) 794-6604 www.aancart.org/losangeles

The Actors Fund - Phyllis Newman Women’s Health Initiative
Provides access to counselors; support services; health care; diagnostic, preventative and mental health services; substance abuse treatment; and emergency assistance to women who work in any facet of entertainment and the performing arts.
(323) 933-9244 www.actorsfund.org