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What is Stand Up To Cancer?
Stand Up To Cancer is a new initiative to raise philanthropic dollars for accelerating ground-breaking cancer research through an unprecedented collaboration uniting the major television networks, entertainment industry executives, celebrities and prominent leaders in cancer research and patient advocacy.
Stand Up To Cancer includes:
What is the goal of Stand Up To Cancer?
Simply put, Stand Up To Cancer's goal is to end cancer's reign as a leading cause of death by raising funds to accelerate research that will help transform cancer from a disease that takes lives to one people can manage and live with.
Stand Up To Cancer will fund the most promising cancer research projects and unite the best scientists who are on the verge of critical discoveries that can quickly provide direct patient benefit.
SU2C is founded on the belief that in the field of cancer research there is a solid foundation and sufficient understanding of the basic science of cancer, and with the technologies available, now is the time to take that understanding to the next level by translating this knowledge to the clinic, to real advances in patient care and cancer prevention.
Stand Up To Cancer's innovative approach to research is designed to eliminate barriers that have traditionally inhibited creativity and collaboration by enabling the best and brightest investigators from leading institutions across the country and internationally to work together. These collaborative Dream Teams will pursue the most promising research, accelerating the discovery of new therapies for cancer patients and advancing efforts in cancer prevention research. Stand Up To Cancer monies will also be used for some high-risk, high-impact cancer research proposals, which are often not supported by conventional funding sources.
What is a "Dream Team"?
"Dream Teams" are multi-disciplinary and collaborative groups of scientists that will be responsible for conducting novel, groundbreaking cancer research projects that address critical problems in patient care and are designed to deliver near-term patient benefit.
How will donations to Stand Up To Cancer be used?
100 percent of all donations raised from the public will go directly to cancer research.
We have partnered with the prestigious American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) to provide scientific oversight and expert peer review, and administer all grants for Stand Up To Cancer.
The AACR will administer the funds raised under the following guidelines:
Is my donation to Stand Up To Cancer tax deductible?
Yes, your donation is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law and you will be given a receipt for U.S. tax purposes.
What is the Stand Up To Cancer Federal Tax ID number?
The Stand Up To Cancer Federal Tax ID number is 95-1644609. Stand Up To Cancer is a program of the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF), a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
How much of my donation goes to the cause?
100% of all funds raised from the public will go directly to cancer research.
I donated, but did not get a tax receipt. What do I do?
E-mail receipts are sent out within 10 days of donating. If it has been longer than that and you still have not received an e-mail, please contact Donor Services at donation@standup2cancer.org or by calling 1-800-204-5809.
If you did not provide an e-mail address, your receipt will be sent via USPS regular mail. This can take several weeks. If it has been longer than 4-6 weeks since you donated, please contact Donor Services at donation@standup2cancer.org or by calling 1-800-204-5809.
I don't have a credit card. Can I donate by check or money order?
Yes, we accept checks and money orders. Please make your check or money order payable to SU2C and send it to:
Stand Up To Cancer
File 1224
1801 W. Olympic Boulevard
Pasadena, CA 91199-1224
How secure is my credit card information?
Industry standard security measures are used to keep your billing and credit card information secure and private. Please review the Stand Up To Cancer Privacy Policy located at www.standup2cancer.org/privacy.php.
Do you share my personal information?
Your personal information will only be used to complete your donation transaction. Your email address will be used by Stand Up To Cancer to send you SU2C updates only if you have opted-in and expressly given your permission to receive this information. Please review the Stand Up To Cancer Privacy Policy located at www.standup2cancer.org/privacy.php.
I have been charged the wrong amount / need to revise my donation. What do I do?
If you have a question about your donation, please contact Donor Services at donation@standup2cancer.org or by calling 1-800-204-5809.
How do I find out if my employer offers employee matching contributions for Stand Up To Cancer?
Many companies encourage employees to support non-profit initiatives like Stand Up To Cancer by offering to match employee donations. If your company has such a program, you should be able to obtain a matching gift application form from the human resources or personnel department or from your company's website for you to download. Please fill out the form and mail or email it to us at:
via mail:
Stand Up To Cancer
c/o Entertainment Industry Foundation
1201 W. 5th Street, Suite T-700
Los Angeles, CA 90017
via email: matchinggifts@standup2cancer.org.
Do you accept donations of products or services?
Stand Up To Cancer is not in need of additional in-kind donations at the moment. However, we encourage you to look at the Resources Page at www.standup2cancer.org/resources and contact one of the advocacy groups listed for organizations in your area that may be in need of your services or products.
I have a personal story I would like to share. Who do I contact?
Stand Up To Cancer encourages you to share your personal stories at stories@standup2cancer.org.
Are there volunteer opportunities with Stand Up To Cancer?
Stand Up To Cancer is not in need of additional volunteers at this time. However, we encourage you to look at the Resources Page at www.standup2cancer.org/resources and contact one of the advocacy groups listed for opportunities to volunteer in your own community.
How will Stand Up To Cancer work with the many advocacy groups dedicated to raising funds for cancer research?
There are many wonderful organizations raising money and funding cancer research programs and we applaud them all. We believe a diversified portfolio of investment in cancer research improves the chances of achieving success. Frankly, we do not care where the answers comes from we just refuse to wait any longer to find them. We have reached out to the cancer community and are collaborating with many of the leading advocacy groups and are grateful for their support. We link to many sites at www.standup2cancer.org/resources and encourage you to reach out to them as well.
Where can I get more information about a health concern or my cancer diagnosis?
If you have any concerns about your health, please contact your physician right away. If you are looking for additional information about a specific cancer or recent diagnosis, we encourage you to look at the Resources Page at www.standup2cancer.org/resources and contact one of the advocacy groups listed.
What is the Constellation?
The Constellation is a space to honor those diagnosed with cancer. You can launch a star with a personal message, search for a star that has already been launched, or add a message to an already existing star. Launch the Constellation
What does it mean to launch a star?
For a donation of $1 or more, you can add a star to the Constellation in the name of someone you love: a family member, a co-worker, a friend. You can also leave a message on the star you launched.
Can I leave a message to an existing star?
Yes, by clicking "Add to this Star" you can add a message for a donation of $1 or more.
Why should I create or join a team?
Teams are another way to donate to SU2C. You can join a Major League Baseball team or start a team with your friends, co-workers, family members, whoever you like. Team members can send an invitation to others to join their team. Browse the Teams
Can I join someone else's team?
When a team captain creates a team he or she can either make it "private" or "open." If the team was created as an "open team" then others can join it. If the team was created as a "private team" then you must be invited to join it.
What is The Stand?
The Stand, which resides on Facebook, is a community experience in which you are invited to share your connection to cancer. You add your name and photo, and can then leave an inspiring or motivating message. Launch SU2C's Facebook Page
What does it mean to email Congress?
Join with Senator Arlen Specter in letting your elected representatives know that it is time for our government to renew our focus on making progress in the effort to end cancer. You will email your congressperson a request that Congress renew their dedication to cancer research. This option is in the "Get Involved" menu. Email Congress
What is SUTV?
SUTV brings you a fresh and exciting range of channels, each containing a series of videos that will inform, entertain, and invite you to Stand Up To Cancer! Launch SUTV
What is SU2C Mag?
SU2C Mag is an online magazine that covers a variety of topics concerning cancer and cancer research including science, arts, life, op-ed, profiles, and forums. Launch SU2C Mag
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7/1/2008
