What is Fighting Chance?
Fighting Chance stands as America's oldest and largest free cancer counseling center, operating with a regional focus on the Eastern End of Long Island. The organization provides essential in-person counseling services, considered the 'gold standard' for helping newly diagnosed patients cope with the psychological effects of cancer, such as anxiety, depression, and sleeplessness. With a team boasting over 75 years of collective experience, Fighting Chance offers a vital resource, free of charge, to approximately 250 newly diagnosed patients annually. Its 15th anniversary in 2017 marked a significant milestone in its commitment to accessible mental health support within the cancer journey.
How much funding has Fighting Chance raised?
Fighting Chance has raised a total of $19K across 1 funding round:
Debt
$19K
Debt (2021): $19K with participation from PPP
Key Investors in Fighting Chance
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Fighting Chance?
The Series A/B growth stage funding indicates a strategic phase for Fighting Chance, likely aimed at expanding its reach and enhancing its service delivery capabilities. This capital injection will be instrumental in furthering its mission to provide comprehensive, free, and in-person counseling to a growing number of cancer patients. Future initiatives may involve scaling its regional model, investing in professional development for its licensed healthcare professionals, and potentially broadening its outreach programs to serve more communities.
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