A cancer diagnosis changes lives

Our Cancer Pathways team steps in to empower cancer patients and their loved ones – and laughter can be part of that process.

We embrace laughter as a source of strength and resilience and see it as an essential component to emotional well-being and connection.

We ask that you help us continue our mission so no one faces cancer alone.

Help us make 2025 the best year yet!

Teen Writing Contest now open!

The 2025 Teen Writing Contest is open for submissions! All 9-12th graders who have been impacted by cancer are eligible. Click below to learn more and see how to submit your essay. 

Tune in to our podcast, Encompassing Cancer

We cover topics like increasing energy and reducing fatigue, hair loss from chemotherapy, navigating the workplace after a diagnosis, the nuances of survivorship, and more!

Follow and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Tobacco Support Opportunities

We have a variety of opportunities for adults and teens who want to learn more about tobacco products (including e-cigarettes/vapes) or end their dependence!  

We provide a supportive, non-judgemental place to access group insights, resources, and tools for success. 

Find Support

Emotional support groups for cancer patients, caregivers, families, and friends: offering a place for validation, connection, and emotional processing.

Our mission is to provide pathways of support, education, and community to anyone facing cancer – whether it’s before, during, or after a cancer experience.

Programs

Our programs are designed to empower all people impacted by cancer — from youth and teens to patients and their caregivers. We provide these programs cost-free to participants because of the generous support of our donors.

Support

Our support services are open to anyone and include support groups, weekly wellness classes, resource referrals, and emotional support from a licensed clinical social worker (MSW/LCSW)

Resources

We have a comprehensive resource hub on topics like nutrition, caregiving, tobacco and vaping, clinical trials, survivorship, spiritual health, finances/insurance, and more!

Blogs

Check out the important work we’re doing in the community and in partnership with other organizations! We love spotlighting our programs, events, and exceptional members from our community.

Encompassing Cancer Podcast

Interested in sharing your expertise or experience on our show? Fill out our Guest Speaker Form below.

Where We Provide Programs

We offer programming all over! Check out our expansion into other regions of Washington State, including Spokane and Vancouver.

Regardless of where you live, you can access nearly all of our programs virtually.

Upcoming Events

Teen Writing Contest

The Cancer Pathways Teen Writing Contest invites all U.S. teens in grades 9-12 to submit an essay of 500-1,500 words about their experience with cancer for the opportunity to win […]