“We realize that while patients are undergoing and/or recovering from treatment, most cannot work full time and therefore their incomes are significantly less than usual. This means that everyday necessities become luxuries. We aim to help with those very needs so the patient can focus on healing”.
-Carrie Madrid, Founder & President
Our Impact On The Community
“Carrie and her team do a number of GREAT deeds throughout the community! They are ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!”
Tracey Viramontes, RN
“Best thing that has happened to me since my diagnosis. Great people!”
Ayanna C., Breast Cancer Survivor
“The CARE Project’s motto is Never Stop Caring and they live up to that every day.”
Charlynn J. Breast Cancer Survivor
“TCP is doing amazing work and is truly a miracle to so many women and men that are looking for hope and love. I am so grateful to be a part of the organization.”Lavetta R., Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver & Volunteer
“I am thankful to TCP for being there at my time of need. Being with and talking to others who knew what I was going through brought me so much comfort and allowed me to move forward in my recovery and wellness. I couldn’t have done this alone.”
Diana J., Breast Cancer Survivor & Volunteer
As we continue to share our story we find others in our community wanting to be a part of it. We want to say a big, Thank You to our supporters, we don’t know what we would do without you.
The many different ways we help…
Financial Assistance
- Grants for utility bills, rental assistance and co-pays.
- Uber, Lyft or Fuel cards to help with transportation to and from treatments.
- Gift cards for groceries and household items.
- Compression sleeves by LympheDIVAS
- The Shannon K. Brown Grant is awarded to one recipient in financial crisis. The presentation is made at our annual fundraising gala and is a minimum of $500.00
Emotional Support
Our Survivor Social Club was established for those going through and recovering from treatment. This is a relaxed, small group of Survivors who share a common bond and want to socialize with others who have “been there, done that.” Our quarterly socials could be a simple luncheon or a fun outing such as makeovers, movies, beach trips, etc.
- Survivor/Patient mentoring – newly diagnosed are matched with a survivor for one on one support.
- Health & Wellness – From time to time we have special guests join us for classes/workshops on things such as hormone management, mental health, nutrition and mindfulness. and more. We aim to focus on prevention and recovery through health and wellness and have partnered with volunteer nutritionists, instructors, physicians and therapists.
Doula Services
End of Life Doula Services – Our Founder and President, Carrie Madrid, is now a Certified CareDoula who is providing services for patients who are at the end of life or have received a terminal diagnosis. For more information, visit Certified CareDoula®
Regional Support
While we wish we could financially support breast cancer patients everywhere, our financial support is limited to Southern California with Riverside and San Bernardino Counties as our first priority.
Shannon K. Brown Grant
Ready to help support with a donation?
Take My Donation!
Shannon, a mother, wife, sister and daughter was a sparkling light who was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 34 and earned her angel wings two years later. She left an amazing legacy of commitment to other patients and we honor her every day. Even as she was going through her own cancer journey, Shannon was present for other breast cancer patients through her involvement with The CARE Project. She was instrumental in working with Carrie to develop the Mentor Program and was committed to raising male breast cancer awareness. She served as a Survivor Mentor and helped facilitate the Survivor Social Club. Her positivity was a gift to other patients. Shannon’s family and friends have been instrumental in creating residual income for TCP which fund this annual grant.
Requirements: Female patient diagnosed under the age of 40 in financial crisis.
Submission timelines: Annually between July 1st through September 1st.
Presentation of the grant: We issue this grant at our annual gala, An Evening of Caring.