Support Our Cause
Help us provide resources for young breast cancer patients and young breast cancer survivors in the bay area.
Support a Journey of Strength
In honor of beloved BAYS-MITC member Christi Nelson, her sister is hiking the Pacific Crest Trail this year to raise funds for Bay Area Young Survivors. Join us in supporting her journey.
Support BAYS
Your tax-deductible donations to BAYS will help support our member programs, including monthly breast cancer support group meetings with free childcare, wellness activities, community-building events, and outreach and education. Additionally, we provide monthly grants to BAYS members in need of assistance during breast cancer treatment.
How can I help?
You can donate online here!
It’s fast, easy, and secure. Your gift will be processed through our nonprofit online donations processing partner, GiveButter.
You can donate by mail
Payable to: “Bay Area Young Survivors” or “BAYS”
P.O. Box 190056
San Francisco, CA 94119
Can I donate in honor or memory of a loved one?
You may also send an email to BAYS at hello@bayareayoungsurvivors.org to specify the purpose of your donation. BAYS will notify any member in whose honor a donation has been made.
Will I receive an acknowledgement?
Yes, all donations made through GiveButter are automatically acknowledged. In addition, BAYS will personally acknowledge each donation, whether through GiveButter or by personal check. All donations to BAYS are completely tax-deductible.
Please allow 4-8 weeks for receipt of your acknowledgment letter or email.
What are my donations to BAYS used for?
BAYS is fortunate to have an all-volunteer board of directors and donated meeting space. Your donations support OUR support of young breast cancer patients by covering our operating expenses, which include insurance, website development and maintenance, outreach materials, support group meeting food and paper goods, community-building events, and childcare.
Grants Received
Bay Area Young Survivors is supported by grant funding from Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Stocks and Securities
By making a donation in the form of stocks, bonds, mutual funds or other appreciated securities, you are helping to continue to support of Bay Area Young Survivors.
The benefits available to you when contributing stock or mutual funds may include:
- Avoid paying capital gains tax on the sale of appreciated stock
- Receive a charitable income tax deduction
Message us if you are interested in donating stock!
Staff contact: Jessica Gulish, President president@bayareayoungsurvivors.org