Colorectal Cancer Alliance

About

In 1999, a group of more than 40 survivors, caregivers, and friends came together with a shared mission: to transform how the nation understood and responded to colorectal cancer. What began as an ambitious idea among family and friends has grown into the nation's largest colorectal cancer nonprofit, working tirelessly to end this disease within our lifetime. The Colorectal Cancer Alliance was established to enhance public understanding of colorectal cancer and offer crucial support to those impacted by this devastating disease. Starting as a small online support group, the collective's passion and vision sparked a nationwide movement. Through the years, the organization expanded from an all-volunteer group to a comprehensive team creating essential programs including the first toll-free Helpline, buddy program, chat room, financial assistance program, national conferences, and community events like the Walk to End Colon Cancer. In 2016, a significant merger with The Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation created the largest colorectal cancer-specific nonprofit in the United States. The following year, the organization rebranded as the Colorectal Cancer Alliance to better represent both colon and rectal cancers. Today, the Alliance continues to pioneer innovative initiatives including BlueHQ patient support, Project Cure CRC research funding, and the groundbreaking Lead From Behind awareness campaign.