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Imagine a world where millions of cancer deaths are prevented and access to life-saving cancer treatment and care is equitable for all.
Why donate to World Cancer Day and UICC?
World Cancer Day is a global initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC). By raising worldwide awareness, sharing knowledge and catalysing personal, collective and government action, we are all working together to reimagine a world where millions of cancer deaths are prevented and access to life-saving cancer treatment and care is equitable for all.
UICC is the only global cancer organisation representing all cancer types, across the continuum of cancer care (prevention, early detection, treatment and palliative care).
Your donation will help improve cancer care through the Union for International Cancer Control’s actions, such as:
World Cancer Day reaches millions of people around the globe with for example 850+ activities and events in 102 countries, 740+ million social media impressions and 25,000 press mentions in 170 countries (2023).
The vast majority of UICC members confirm that World Cancer Day helps them raise awareness in their region and bring about change for cancer care and control.
The UICC's Membership Support Fund facilitates the participation of organisations with limited resources, primarily from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), in UICC's diverse range of programmes and activities. Established in 2019, the Fund has already supported over 550 organisations from over 65 countries. By granting them access to valuable member benefits, such as global networking opportunities, skill and knowledge enhancement, and a platform to amplify their voices within the global cancer movement, the Fund is crucial in fostering collaboration and empowerment within the international cancer community.
The Patient Group Mentoring programme is dedicated to supporting patient groups at a regional level.
Patient groups in Asia-Pacific, participating in UICC's Patient Group Mentoring programme, directly served 19,272 patients and reached 169,700 people through activities such as awareness campaigns and public outreach.
If you wish to set up a personal fundraising page to support our work, write us an email at hello@worldcancerday.org.
About UICC
The Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) is the largest global membership organisation dedicated to taking action against cancer. Founded in 1933 and based in Geneva, UICC has over 1100 member organisations in 172 countries and territories. UICC’s mission is to both unite and support the cancer community in its efforts to reduce the global cancer burden, promote greater equity and ensure that cancer control remains a priority on the global health and development agenda.
UICC has consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and has official relations with the World Health Organization (WHO) and partnerships with the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). UICC is committed to working in partnership and engages over 50 partners.
Tax deduction
You can deduct your donation from your taxes in select countries.
UICC's tax-exempt number in Switzerland: CHE-107.751.349
UICC's tax-exempt number in the US: 23-7208844
Status: 501(c)(3)
Frequently asked questions
Your donation will help improve cancer care through the Union for International Cancer Control(UICC)’s actions, such as helping member organisations reach more patients and initiate projects in cancer control or supporting patient groups at a regional level. You can find out more about UICC's work on the website or the annual report.
If you can’t or would rather not donate online, you can choose to make a donation via bank transfer or by mailing through a cheque. If you would like to find out how, please email the team at hello@worldcancerday.org for further details.
You can deduct your donation from your taxes in select countries.
UICC's tax-exempt number in Switzerland: CHE-107.751.349
UICC's tax-exempt number in the US: 23-7208844
Status: 501(c)(3)