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"Bridging the gap in clinical care."
Ensuring marginalized communities have access to life-saving innovation and supportive resources.
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Courage Over Cancer
You are not alone. We provide the care, resources, and community to help you find strength and live fully.
Advocating for Health Equity
Through partnerships with LCMC Health and national leaders, we are increasing access to life-saving clinical trials.
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Highlighted Events
Join us in the community as we advocate for better resources and education, ensuring no one fights alone.
International Arts Festival Partnership
- Dates: September 24 - 27, 2026
- Location: New Orleans, LA
- Partner: International Arts Festival
We are proud to stand alongside the International Arts Festival to bring hope to our community. 25% of proceeds from passes purchased through our official link will be donated directly to Courage Over Cancer to fund patient support programs and survivor care packages.
National Urban League Conference
- Date: July 29 - August 1, 2026
- Location: Nashville, TN
- Partner: TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance
"I’m joining this cause to help shatter the stigma, amplify patient voices, and ensure no one fights alone. Watching Tancharelle Washington champion her battle with breast cancer has inspired me to elevate my own health care. I am proud to stand with Courage Over Cancer to advocate for better resources and education."
— President Marc H. Morial, National Urban League
Wheelchair Distribution Event
- Date: Friday, August 21, 2026
- Time: 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
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Location: SBH Health & Wellness Center Lobby
4507 Third Ave., Bronx, NY 10457 - Special Guests: NY Yankees Fernando Cruz & Roy White
Partnering with SBH Health System, Wheelchair Foundation, and National Urban League to provide 280 life-changing wheelchairs to those in need.
The Health BIG Event
- Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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Location: Morial Convention Center, Hall J
New Orleans, LA - Partners: Urban League of Louisiana & Ochsner Health
Celebrating Five Years! One day. One place. All health. Health Screenings, Candid Conversations, Culinary, Movement, and Ochsner Children's Zones.
Kits Delivered
Directly providing essential recovery supplies and comfort to survivors across the region.
Clinical Partners
Collaborating with health systems like LCMC Health to increase minority clinical trial access.
Advocacy Reach
Empowering a growing community through education, holistic wellness, and digital outreach.
Advocacy in Action
Marginalized women are often diagnosed with more aggressive forms of breast cancer yet are significantly underrepresented in clinical trials. Courage Over Cancer is closing that gap.
- Physician Liaison: Improving communication barriers between patients and medical providers.
- Trial Access: Actively recruiting for local clinical trials to ensure equity in therapies.
- Holistic Care: Providing recovery tools like yoga and meditation to support the whole person.
Mind, Body, & Spirit
Healing Through Yoga
Navigating cancer is more than a physical battle—it's an emotional and spiritual journey. Our new holistic wellness page offers restorative yoga practices specifically designed for survivors.
A diagnosis puts the body in a constant state of "fight or flight." Our yoga resources help regulate the nervous system, reduce treatment-related fatigue, and help you find a safe anchor within yourself.
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The Future of Courage
Vision 2026: Essence Fest & Global Impact
In 2026, Courage Over Cancer aims to host a national health equity summit during Essence Festival. We are expanding our digital survival portal to provide global access to nervous system regulation tools and clinical trial navigation.
From Survivor to Supporter
"I didn't choose cancer, but I chose my response. I chose to build a bridge for those who follow."
Founder Tancharelle Washington recognized that the medical team fights the cancer, but the patient is often left fighting the system. Courage Over Cancer provides the blueprint for that fight.
2026 Fleur de Bra Survivor's Spotlight
Honored to be a featured survivor in this year's Fleur de Bra runway walk.