
Cancer Voices Project
We started with 30+ individual journeys with colorectal cancer. With your support, we can take on more cancers together.
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We have interviewed over 90 people living with illness. Your gift can help us chronicle the next 100 stories and reach thousands who need to hear them most.
Every gift is matched, up to $5,000, magnifying your impact.
Gifts made from November 9th to December 1st 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time. For monthly gifts, we match the first payment.
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Healthful Journeys

“I lost a decade of my life. I'm not gonna lose anymore.”View Lars's story (opens in a new tab)

“I had immense support from my friends. I had lost both my parents, so it was really that core group of friends that all took the time to come and be with me.”View Steve's story (opens in a new tab)

“Having my son to take care of, I can't just live in pain all the time.”View Christina's story (opens in a new tab)

“I have no idea how my mom did it. She's so unbelievably strong and supportive. She has unbelievable resolve and strength.”View Veronika's story (opens in a new tab)

“Just be patient with yourself. Be kind to yourself, because there's going to be really frustrating days.”View Sam's story (opens in a new tab)
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One story, shared, can make the difference for thousands of others living with the same illness seeking information and hope.
We have interviewed 90+ people living with illnesses from depression to sleep apnea to cancer.
90+
people interviewed
30+
volunteers across the US and beyond

We started with 30+ individual journeys with colorectal cancer. With your support, we can take on more cancers together.
See the project (opens in a new tab)
Applications open January 1st. Fellowships are unpaid today. Your gift helps us move toward offering stipends.
Learn about the program (opens in a new tab)Our policy team is starting with maternal mental health equity where sharing lived experience can make a real difference.
See advocacy in action (opens in a new tab)First, make your gift. Then fill in this form, and we will record your gift in their name.

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