Purpose of Lance Armstrong Foundation?

Question

What is the purpose of Lance Armstrong Foundation?

Please DO NOT tell me to go to YAHOO, GOOGLE, or WIKIPEDIA.

Answer 1

Well, if your lazy *** would look on Wikipedia, you would find out: "The mission of the LAF is to inspire and empower people affected by cancer."

It's right there, the second sentence at the very top of the page.

Was that so hard?

Answer 2

The Lance Armstrong Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Austin, Texas. Founded in 1997 by cancer survivor and champion cyclist, Lance Armstrong, the LAF inspires and empowers people with cancer.

We believe that in the battle with cancer, unity is strength, knowledge is power and attitude is everything.

If you are looking for information about cancer or need help in dealing with cancer, explore our support resources.

Cancer Facts

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More than 10 million Americans are currently living with, through or beyond cancer.
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More than 1.3 million people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer this year.
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Of adults diagnosed with cancer today, 64% will be alive five years from now.
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One in three people will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime.
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Three in four families will care for a family member with cancer.
(American Cancer Society, Cancer Facts and Figures 2004)

How the LAF is Making an Impact
We serve our mission through education, advocacy, public health and research programs.

- More than $9.6 million granted toward cancer survivorship and testicular cancer research

- More than $1.7 million invested in the development of 5 comprehensive cancer survivorship centers across the country

- Nearly $1.6 million invested in survivorship education and outreach initiatives with 60+ national and regional community partners including Fertile Hope, CancerCare, the Office of Native Cancer Survivorship, and the National Coalition of Cancer Survivorship

- A National Action Plan for Cancer Survivorship: Advancing Public Health Strategies developed in partnership with the CDC helps the public health community address cancer survivorship issues

- More than $2 million invested in 104 Community Program Partner initiatives that provide direct support and education to people living with cancer

- 500 cancer survivors and caregivers per month receive direct support and referrals from social workers and case managers through the LIVESTRONG™ SurvivorCare Program

- 200,000 visitors per month utilize valuable tools and information from the LAF Web sites.

- 7,200 volunteers across the country raise funds and awareness for the LAF.

- Approximately 55 million people across the globe wear a LIVESTRONG™ wristband in support of people living with cancer

Learn more about how your support helps.

There are many ways you can support the LAF. You can make a gift now or learn about giving options. You can also get involved by becoming an advocate or participating in fundraising events.