Our mission is to empower cancer survivors, their supporters, and the community through education, support, and advocacy.

VISIT THE COALITION FOR
BREAST CANCER PATIENTS & SURVIVORS

 

VISIT THE COALITION FOR
PROSTATE CANCER PATIENTS & SURVIVORS

Our vision is for every community member to have access to the resources, knowledge, and support they need to reach optimal health and well-being.

Our mission

The Coalition of Blacks Against Cancer (CBAC) is an Arizona 501c3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide high quality, reliable information and support to Black cancer patients, and to educate the Black community about cancer prevention, diagnosis, and screening. Our mission is to empower cancer survivors, their supporters, and the community through education, support, and advocacy.

Dr. Sarah E. James, President
Coalition of Blacks Against Cancer

Our commitment

The survival rate for Black Americans has historically lagged behind other ethnic groups. The CBBC and CBPC are groups specifically for Black women and men with breast cancer and prostate cancer, respectively. The goal of the CBAC is to provide accurate and current information related to cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment through our website, social media channels, monthly meetings, outreach, and educational programming.

Upcoming events

  • Mammogram Screening Event

    Phoenix Raceway Mammography Screening Event

    Wednesday, October 14, 2026
    8:00 AM  4:00 PM

    Arizona Complete Health Avondale Resource Center
    995 E Riley Dr, Avondale, AZ

    A community mammogram screening in partnership with the Larry Fitzgerald Foundation and Banner Health.

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  • Bra Day Event at Mayo Clinic

    October 19, 2026
    5-8 P.M

    Mayo Clinic, IERB Building
    5951 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix

    Join the Coalition of Blacks Against Cancer (CBAC) and Mayo Clinic for Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) Day, an informative and empowering evening designed for patients, survivors, caregivers, family members, and healthcare professionals.

    REGISTER TO ATTEND

  • October Survivors Meeting

    October 18, 2026
    3-5 PM
    Cancer Support Community
    360 E Palm Lane, Phoenix

    After our 3 p.m. Survivors support group meetings, we’ll have a focused conversation on workplace accommodations, giving survivors a chance to share their experiences, good or bad, with work accommodations while navigating a cancer diagnosis. Join us virtually or in person.

    REGISTER TO ATTEND

Nationally, 1 in 8 women, as well as a minority of men, will be affected by breast cancer. Those fighting, surviving, and supporting those through their journey deal with the reality of cancer daily. To join the campaign, visit www.thelarryfitzgeraldfoundation.org.

Larry Fitzgerald Foundation

Stories of hope, resilience, and joy from our community

Meetings

CBBC and CBPC host meetings on the third Sunday of each month, from 3:00-5:00, pm, both virtually and in person at the Cancer Support Community, 360 E. Palm Lane, Phoenix. Survivors share successes and challenges and trained health educators facilitate an education component. The meetings may also be accessed virtually via Zoom. Please email your attendance to info@blacksagainstcancer.org.

Support

Membership is free and open to anyone and everyone interested and passionate about defeating cancer. You can help by identifying resources and serving as an outreach ambassador to health care providers, community-based organizations, churches and other resources.

Get Involved

We invite men and women, families, caregivers, providers, corporate and foundation supporters to join in the fight. Attend a monthly meeting, volunteer as an ambassador, connect with us and share your story.