American Indian Cancer Foundation
Wellness and Fitness ServicesMinnesota, United States11-50 Employees
The American Indian Cancer Foundation is a national, Native-governed nonprofit focused on reducing cancer disparities among Indigenous communities by improving access to prevention, education, early detection, treatment, and survivor support. It collaborates with tribal and urban Indian populations, health care providers, and community leaders to develop and sustain community-based interventions that leverage Indigenous wisdom and local capacity to address cancer inequities. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the organization operates within the wellness and fitness services sector with a mission to eliminate cancer burdens through tangible improvements in prevention and care access. Founded as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, AICAF emphasizes partnerships and strategic engagement to support Native communities in discovering their own effective cancer solutions. Its work includes awareness campaigns and programs that promote cervical cancer screening and other preventive measures, aiming to build lasting, community-driven strategies for cancer prevention and survivorship across Indigenous populations.