We create spaces for connection, support, education, and hope—offered in person across Washington state and virtually nationwide. Everything we do is free of charge, because community, care, and compassion should always be accessible to everyone.
Learn more about how you can support Cancer Pathways below.
Make a Donation
Donations help us provide all our programs in the community at no cost to anyone who needs them. We hope you’ll consider making a gift today that allows more people impacted by cancer access to the services, support, and risk-reduction education programs they need. Questions or want to discuss your donation? Contact [email protected].
“I didn’t think I’d be able to laugh again,
but doing this improv stuff has been life-changing.”
“Cancer Pathways was there for me when I needed support the most.”
Matching Gifts
Many employers will match the charitable contributions of their employees.
Cancer Pathways participates in a variety of giving programs, including programs like the King County Giving Program and Washington State’s Combined Fund Drive. We also accept donations and matches through platforms like Benevity and CyberGrants.
Not sure how to go about getting a match? Please reach out, and we would be happy to help.
In-Kind Gifts
Whether it’s gift cards for travel, activities for campers, or an item to elevate one of our fundraising events — in-kind donations ensure we can continue to offer supportive programs & resources.
Donate an Item
The following are frequently needed items for our programs:
- Gift cards for grocery stores or big box stores, such as: Amazon, Trader Joe’s, Costco.
- Gift cards or vouchers for transportation (gas station gift cards, parking vouchers, bus passes, Orca cards).
- Passes to local museums and cultural or sporting events
- Items for our Seattle Clubhouse
“Cancer doesn’t just impact the person diagnosed— it ripples through entire families and communities.”
“This support group changed my life.”
Gifts from Donor-Advised Funds
A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a philanthropic giving vehicle that provides a tax benefit to you and allows you to grant funds to organizations of your choice.
To create a donor-advised fund:
- Contact your financial institution or foundation.
- Indicate the grant amount and list Cancer Pathways as the charitable organization.
Planned Gifts
Including Cancer Pathways in your estate plans, can ensure your gift has an impact for years to come.
To learn more about making a planned gift, please contact [email protected].
“I didn’t think I’d be able to laugh again,
but doing this improv stuff has been life-changing.”
“Camp Sparkle is a place to be yourself and make new friends with other people who get it”
Stock Transfers
To transfer stock to Cancer Pathways:
- Contact [email protected] for a stock transfer form.
- Complete the stock transfer form and send it to your broker.
*All stock gifts must be appreciated stock and the stock must be transferred – not sold.
Qualified Charitable Distributions
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs), also known as IRA Charitable Rollovers, allow individuals aged 70 1/2 or older to donate directly to charitable organizations from their IRA.
For more information about donating via QCD, please contact [email protected].
“Camp Sparkle was amazing for all my children; they were able to be themselves, work together through their feelings with new friends made at camp.”
Community Education
People
Camp Sparkle
Kids & Teens
Teen Education Program
CANCER HAPPENS
Teens
Teen Writing Contest
CANCER UNWRAPPED
Teens
For almost three decades Cancer Pathways has impacted more than half a million peoplee
