CARES and our core values
About us
The Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation is committed to revolutionizing cancer care by funding cutting-edge research that focuses on treating the cancer while sparing the patient from harsh side effects associated with conventional cancer treatments.
Cancer is a global health crisis and a leading cause of death worldwide, with 10 million cancer deaths in 2020 per the World Health Organization. CARES strives to fund lifesaving cancer research into treatment methods that are less harmful than traditional treatments and will transform fear into hope for the millions of people facing a cancer diagnosis every year.
CARES, which stands for Cancer Alliance for Research Education and Survivorship, was established as a National Foundation in 2014. Through research funding, CARES is changing the future of cancer care.
Our values
Integrity Compassion Inspiration Collaboration Stewardship
Our core values are fundamental to who we are at CARES, influencing our everyday actions and decisions. Every member of our team, including our Board, Staff , Partners, and Volunteers pledges to embody these values through our words, actions, and deeds.
Integrity as the soul of CARES that shepherds survivorship to give patients, caregivers, and the research community a positive platform to succeed in the fight against cancer.
Compassion that changes fear to hope.
Inspiration rooted in faith-centered principles and the love of serving others.
Collaborative mindset and execution that fosters a life-giving difference for cancer patients.
Stewardship of resources, people, and partners with whom we’ve been entrusted to further our mission.
Standing in the gap as a bridge to advance survivorship and quality of life.