Our mission is to provide high quality, reliable information,
and support to Black cancer patients.

VISIT THE COALITION FOR
BREAST CANCER PATIENTS & SURVIVORS

 

VISIT THE COALITION FOR
PROSTATE CANCER PATIENTS & SURVIVORS

Our vision is that every person of African descent who is a cancer survivor in the Phoenix Metropolitan area will have access to high-quality information, support, and resources to assist them in their cancer journey. Furthermore, through the efforts of these survivors, the Black population within the Phoenix metropolitan area will become more aware of cancer prevention, screening, and treatment.

Mark Your Calendar for the 2026 CBAC Fundraiser

This September, the Coalition of Blacks Against Cancer (CBAC) invites you to join us for Under the Tuscan Sun, our signature fundraiser, re-imagined this year as a brunch! Join us on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at The Camby Hotel in Phoenix, to honor cancer survivors, recognize community members and organizations making a real difference, and raise vital funds that make our work possible

For more than 15 years, CBAC has been a steadfast force in the Phoenix metropolitan area and beyond— educating the community on cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment, and connecting survivors and their families to critical resources. 

Every ticket purchased and every sponsorship secured goes directly toward CBAC's programs — survivor outreach, health education, financial assistance, and community wellness. Together, we can expand our reach, deepen our impact, and make sure that no one in our community faces a cancer diagnosis without a network standing behind them. We sincerely hope you will join us.

To purchase tickets, visit bit.ly/CBACBrunch2026. Interested in sponsoring? View our sponsorship packages and find the level that works for you or contact us at info@blacksagainstcancer.org. 

Our mission

The Coalition of Blacks Against Cancer (CBAC) is an Arizona 501c3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide high quality, reliable information and support to Black cancer patients, and to educate the Black community about cancer prevention, diagnosis, and screening. CBAC also provides resources and support through the Coalition of Blacks Against Breast Cancer (CBBC) and the Coalition of Blacks Against Prostate Cancer (CBPC).

Dr. Sarah E. James, President
Coalition of Blacks Against Cancer

Our commitment

The survival rate for Black Americans has historically lagged behind other ethnic groups. The CBBC and CBPC are groups specifically for Black women and men with breast cancer and prostate cancer, respectively. The goal of the CBAC is to provide accurate and current information related to cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment through our website, social media channels, monthly meetings, outreach, and educational programming.

Upcoming events

  • St. Vincent de Paul Juneteenth Celebration

    Friday, June 19, 2026
    7:15 - 8:00AM

    Breakfast & Meet Community Tables
    8:00 - 9:00AM Program
    St. Vincent de Paul
    420 W. Watkins Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85002

  • June Survivors Meeting

    June 21, 2026
    3-4 PM.

    Virtual Meeting Only

    Registration Link: https://luma.com/os7hm0fa

  • RaiseUp Men's Health and Wellness FairNew List Item

    Saturday, June 27, 2026
    10:00am - 2:00pm

    Rio Salado Audubon Center
    3131 S. Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85040Description goes here

Nationally, 1 in 8 women, as well as a minority of men, will be affected by breast cancer. Those fighting, surviving, and supporting those through their journey deal with the reality of cancer daily. To join the campaign, visit www.thelarryfitzgeraldfoundation.org.

Larry Fitzgerald Foundation

Stories of hope, resilience, and joy from our community

Meetings

CBBC and CBPC host meetings on the third Sunday of each month, from 3:00-5:00, pm, both virtually and in person at the Cancer Support Community, 360 E. Palm Lane, Phoenix. Survivors share successes and challenges and trained health educators facilitate an education component. The meetings may also be accessed virtually via Zoom. Please email your attendance to info@blacksagainstcancer.org.

Support

Membership is free and open to anyone and everyone interested and passionate about defeating cancer. You can help by identifying resources and serving as an outreach ambassador to health care providers, community-based organizations, churches and other resources.

Get Involved

We invite men and women, families, caregivers, providers, corporate and foundation supporters to join in the fight. Attend a monthly meeting, volunteer as an ambassador, connect with us and share your story.