American Indian Cancer Foundation
The American Indian Cancer Foundation (AICAF) is a national non-profit organization that was established to address the tremendous cancer inequities faced by Native communities. AICAF is Native-governed; its board members and employees have an array of experience serving the health needs of our people.
Our Mission
Eliminate the cancer burdens of Indigenous people through improved access to prevention, early detection, treatment, and survivor support.
This Foundation imagines a world where cancer is no longer the leading cause of death for American Indians and Alaska Natives. Our mission is to eliminate the cancer burdens of Indigenous people through improved access to prevention, early detection, treatment, and survivor support.
Through hard work, culturally appropriate community-based programs, and policy change that afford Native people access to the best prevention and treatment strategies, we see a day where American Indian communities are free of the burdens of cancer.
We champion collaborations and partnerships that leverage community interest, resources, and investments.
We engage tribes and mainstream health organizations through presentations, exhibits, media and social media.
We identify prevention and healing approaches based on tribal teachings, sovereignty and self-determination.
We develop and share model frameworks for community education and outreach, clinical systems innovations, and survivor support.
The American Indian Cancer Foundation (AICAF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was established to address the tremendous cancer inequities faced by American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
AICAF’s board members and employees have an array of experiences serving the health needs of our people.
Hopi Cancer Support Services
Helps women in the Native American Hopi Community gain access to breast and cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services, including: clinical breast exams, mammograms, pap tests and pelvic exams, if screening results are abnormal. Referrals are made for treatment, as necessary. The Hopi Cancer Assistance Fund (HCAF) provides monetary support to assist with gas, meals, and lodging up to $600.00 per year for cancer patients.
Powwow for Hope ®DANCING FOR LIFE, LOVE & HOPE
Powwow for Hope is a nationwide community event and fundraiser for the American Indian Cancer Foundation. Each year thousands of community members and supporters come together to honor loved ones who have faced or are currently facing cancer by creating a space for healing.
Our Community
AICAF staff cannot do this work without the support of our funders, tribal and urban partners, clinics, community members, donors, and volunteers. We are grateful you continue to join us on this mission, and applaud your commitment to improving health outcomes in Indian Country.
612-484-9670
[email protected]
2355 Fairview Ave North #317
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55113
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