1. What is the difference between the National Organization and the local Affiliate?
2. How close are we to a cure?
3. Where does the money raised in Denver go?
4. How many volunteers and employees are involved with the Denver Affiliate?
5. How do I donate money to Komen?
6. Who do I call to volunteer my time?
7. I work for a non-profit organization that provides breast health/breast cancer services. How can I get Komen funding?
8. What is the Denver Affiliate’s primary funding source?
9. I know about the annual Race for the Cure®, but what is the other Affiliate-hosted event?
10. What day is Race for the Cure®?
11. How do I get involved with Race for the Cure®?
12. Is it true that the Denver Affiliate is funding Planned Parenthood and the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center of Colorado?
13. What should I do if I want to hold an event or sponsor a project to benefit the Denver Affiliate?
14. I don’t have any insurance. Will the Denver Affiliate pay for my mammogram or breast cancer treatment directly?
15. Is my contribution to the Denver Affiliate tax deductible?
16. Is Komen Denver a not-for-profit organization?

* If you have questions specifically about the Komen Denver Race for the Cure, please click here.

1. What is the difference between the National Organization and the local Affiliate?
The National Organization is the headquarters of the organization based in Dallas, Texas. The Affiliates are in essence branch offices. There are 122 Komen for the Cure Affiliates throughout the United States, as well as international Affiliates in Rome, Germany and Puerto Rico. Both the National Organization and its Affiliates fund community-based breast health education and breast cancer screening, treatment and treatment support projects through awards to not-for-profit organizations that provide these direct services. Funds are specifically directed toward the medically underserved. In addition to these community-based projects, the National Organization funds research, but does not perform it. Each Affiliate sends 25 percent of its annual revenue, after expenses, to National to fund national and international breast cancer research. Visit National’s website at www.komen.org to learn more.
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2. How close are we to a cure?
Every day brings us closer to a cure, but we are not there yet. With more than 217,440 individuals diagnosed with breast cancer on an annual basis, it is extremely important that we continue to raise money and awareness for this issue. New innovations in the treatment of the disease are helping breast cancer survivors live longer and more productive lives. Susan G. Komen for the Cure is committed to raising $1 billion and finding the cures (we believe there will be more than one) in the next ten years.
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3. Where does the money raised in Denver go?
The Denver Affiliate funds projects in the areas of breast health education and breast cancer screening, treatment and treatment support. Seventy-five percent of net proceeds remain in the Denver Affiliate’s service area, funding local breast cancer projects through our established grants-making process. Twenty-five percent of net proceeds are sent to the National Organization to fund international and national breast cancer research programs. Some money does go to expenses. The Denver Affiliate is proud that it is able to keep expenses to less than 18 percent of its annual revenues.
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4. How many volunteers and employees are involved with the Denver Affiliate?
The Denver Affiliate is a volunteer-oriented organization and very lean staffing-wise. Hundreds of volunteers are involved through committees, our Speakers Bureau, health fairs, task forces, administrative assignments and special events. The Komen Denver Race for the Cure® alone involves approximately 1,200 volunteers. Nine employees are part of the hardworking team of the Denver Affiliate. They include the Executive Director, Director of Finance and Operations, Director of Development, Director of Grantmaking, Education and Volunteer Coordinator, Development Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Race Coordinator, and Accounting Clerk.
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5. How do I donate money to Komen?
Just send a check or drop off your donation at the Komen office. Our mailing address is: 1835 Franklin Street, Denver, CO 80218. Our street address is: 1895 Franklin St., Denver, CO 80218. You can also click on Donation Opportunities and make your donation online.
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6. Who do I call to volunteer my time?
Please call, Marcia Jamison, Volunteer Coordinator at the Denver Affiliate at 303.744.2088 Ext. 302 or click on Volunteer Opportunities. She would be delighted to work with you to find the volunteer opportunity that best matches your interests, skills and availability!
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7. I work for a non-profit organization that provides breast health/breast cancer services. How can I get Komen funding?
The Denver Affiliate is proud of its very well-established grants process. Any 501(c)(3) organization that provides direct breast health/breast cancer services within the Affiliate’s 12-county service area is eligible to apply for funding. Please click on Grants to learn more.
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8. What is the Denver Affiliate’s primary funding source?
The primary funding source for the Denver Affiliate is our signature event, the Komen Denver Race for the Cure®. The annual Pink Tie Affair™ and Power of the Promise Luncheon are additional sources of revenue. Donations from individuals, corporations, businesses, community organizations and third party organizers and supporters are also significant.
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9. I know about the annual Race for the Cure®, but what is the other Affiliate-hosted event?
The Pink Tie Affair™ is the Denver Affiliate's annual dinner/dance featuring one-of-a-kind live and silent auctions. Traditionally held in November, the date and venue will be set soon.
Watch the website for details!
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10. What day is Race for the Cure®? The Denver Race is usually held on the first Sunday in October. This year, the Race is scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2009 at Pepsi Center.
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11. How do I get involved with Race for the Cure®?
Please call the Affiliate Office at 303-744-2088 ext. 301 and talk with Pat Reed, our Race Coordinator. Or click on Race for the Cure® to register or to learn more.
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12. Is it true that the Denver Affiliate is funding Planned Parenthood and the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Community (GLBT) Center of Colorado?
We fund many breast health/breast cancer-related projects within numerous organizations. While we have funded projects with Planned Parenthood and the GLBT Center in the past, they are not receiving funding in this current grant cycle Organizations submit a new application each year and funding is awarded based on the merits of a specific project. Funding is not guaranteed from one year to the next.

Komen funding is restricted in that it may only be used to provide the vital breast health services indicated in an organization’s project proposal. Funds must be strictly tracked and may never be mixed with an organization’s general operating funds. Funding of a specific organization’s project in no way constitutes our endorsement of that organization, its’ overall mission or any of the other services it may provide. A complete list of the organizations receiving funding during the current fiscal year is available by calling the Affiliate Office at 303.744.2088 Ext. 300 or click on the “Grant Recipients” section on our web site. Thank you for being interested in where the money is going. It is extremely important that all donors/potential donors know where their money goes, and what we are doing to help in the fight against breast cancer.
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13. What should I do if I want to hold an event or sponsor a project to benefit the Denver Affiliate?
Please call the Affiliate Office at 303.744.2088 Ext. 300 and request that “Third Party Event” information and forms be sent to you. These will explain how you can use the Komen name in promoting your event, what support and materials the Affiliate can provide and related information. Click on Third Party Events to learn more.
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14. I don’t have any insurance. Will the Denver Affiliate pay for my mammogram or breast cancer treatment directly?
The Denver Affiliate is a grant-making organization and funds not-for-profit organizations only. We do not provide funds to individuals directly. You can, however, call the Affiliate at 303.744.2088 Ext. 300 and request a list of the projects that we are funding. This includes contact information so that you can call the projects directly.
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15. Is my contribution to the Denver Affiliate tax deductible?
As long as you haven’t received any good(s) or services in exchange for your contribution,
it is fully tax-deductible. Registration for events such as the Race for the Cure® is not.
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16. Is Komen Denver a not-for-profit organization?
Yes, the Organization and its Affiliates are public charities exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
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