Start a breast cancer fundraiser on GoFundMe

Raise money to help cover the cost of breast cancer treatment, medical bills, care, and more. You’re not alone; Join thousands who are fundraising for financial support in their battle against breast cancer.

People raising awareness for breast cancer
People raising awareness for breast cancer

No fee to start fundraising

$50M a week is raised to support people like you

With GoFundMe’s smart tools, it’s easy to publish your fundraiser in just a few clicks.

Step 1: Choose what you're fundraising for

Step 1

Create your fundraiser

Our tools will help you write an effective story, add photos or videos, and set your goal.

Step 2: Copy link

Step 2

Share your fundraiser link

Share with friends and family to get donations early. Check your dashboard often for tips.

Step three: Bank transfer

Step 3

Transfer to your bank

You can transfer funds safely, securely, and at any time—even before reaching your goal.

Tips for breast cancer fundraising on GoFundMe

Write a clear story

Help potential donors understand the impact of their support by detailing the needs, how funds will be used, and a cost breakdown, if possible.

Share with family and friends first

Ask close friends and family to donate and add words of encouragement. You can invite them to be part of the team to help promote the fundraiser.

Consistently post and share

Post consistently on social media and send updates with photos so your network stays engaged. Regular sharing helps keep the momentum going.

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A person giving a kiss to her friend who has breast cancer

Why set up a breast cancer fundraiser on GoFundMe?

Starting a breast cancer fundraiser on GoFundMe can be a lifeline for those facing the overwhelming challenge of medical expenses, day-to-day essentials, and accommodations while fighting cancer. GoFundMe provides a compassionate platform to share your story and gather financial support from your community.

By creating a cancer fundraiser, you’re providing an easy and trusted way for those who want to help you to join your journey. GoFundMe’s tools make it simple to reach out to friends, family, and even strangers who want to support when people need it most.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, you can start a GoFundMe to get help covering the cost of your treatment, added expenses amidst remission, or anything else you need. Including details in your GoFundMe’s description about what you are fundraising for will help donors understand what you need.

Yes, if you know a friend or loved one who needs help covering breast cancer treatment, starting a GoFundMe is a great way to help. We recommend you first ask if the person you are fundraising for is comfortable with you starting the fundraiser. Once you set up the fundraiser, you can invite them to set up bank transfers so they will receive the money directly. Learn more about inviting the person you are fundraising for to receive funds.

You are strong and your story matters! Including the details, even estimates, of what you are fundraising for and the average costs, can help potential donors understand your need. For example, if you are raising money to help cover the cost of treatment and to support the family while out of work, you might share how much you anticipate each of those costs to be. For more inspiration, read this article for help writing your fundraiser description.

Yes, you can raise (or lower) your fundraising goal at any time.

The process of setting up and verifying transfers can take 3-7 business days or longer to complete. Then, once your first transfer is sent, it will take on average 2-5 business days for the funds to safely be deposited into the bank account on file.

One small transaction fee (2.9% + $0.30) is automatically deducted per donation—that’s it. Everything else goes directly to your cause. For more information and to estimate what you will receive, check out the GoFundMe pricing calculator.

Yes, you can fundraise for a breast cancer charity or nonprofit you care about by selecting “Charity” when prompted to select who you are fundraising for in your GoFundMe setup.

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