← Back to US Funders Directory

United Breast Cancer Foundation Inc

Annual Giving
$22.3M
Decision Time
3mo

United Breast Cancer Foundation Inc

Quick Stats

  • Annual Giving: $22.3 million (including $19M in donated products, $1.8M in financial grants)
  • Success Rate: Not published
  • Decision Time: Up to 12 weeks
  • Grant Range: Customized to individual needs
  • Geographic Focus: National (United States)

Contact Details

Website: https://ubcf.org
Phone: (877) 822-4287 or (631) 271-1130
Email: programs@ubcf.org (for program questions)
Address: 205 Depot Rd, Huntington Station, NY 11746
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; Friday-Sunday: Closed

Overview

United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF) is a platinum-rated, 4-star charity founded in 2001 that provides comprehensive support to individuals and families affected by breast cancer. With total grant distribution of $22.3 million in 2023 (including $1.8 million in financial grants to over 2,850 individuals and $19 million in donated products), UBCF focuses on making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer. The organization was shaped by Executive Director Stephanie Mastroianni's personal experience after losing her mother to breast cancer at age 42. In 2023, Mastroianni received the prestigious Dace Polk Brown Ambassador Award for her leadership and commitment to supporting breast cancer patients and survivors.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

Individual Grant Program: Customized financial assistance (application by invitation only after eligibility screening)

  • Covers medical procedures, prescriptions, COBRA insurance, housing, utilities, transportation, food, and more
  • For current patients or those within 3 years of remission
  • COVID Grant variant available for patients and survivors up to 10 years

Breast Screening Program: Free or low-cost screenings nationwide

  • Covers mammography, ultrasound, and thermography
  • No age, income, or insurance restrictions
  • 60-day completion requirement after grant award

The Wish Fund: Financial support for families with Stage IV breast cancer

  • Helps create lasting memories through travel and shared experiences
  • Focus on quality time for families facing advanced cancer

Audrey B. Mastroianni College Scholarship: Educational support

  • For students who lost a parent or guardian to breast cancer
  • Helps with college expenses

Holistic Care Program: Alternative treatment support

  • Processing time up to 3 months

Priority Areas

  • Direct patient financial assistance
  • Breast cancer screening access
  • Family support services
  • Educational opportunities for affected families
  • Product donations for those in need

What They Don't Fund

Not explicitly stated, but focus is exclusively on breast cancer-related needs

Governance and Leadership

Executive Leadership:

  • Stephanie Mastroianni - Executive Director/President (since 2001)

Board of Directors:

  • Michael Cain - Board Chair (Independent)
  • John Mastroianni - Treasurer
  • Audrey Stephanie Mastroianni - President
  • Kendall Merrick (Independent)
  • JJ Yeley (Independent)
  • Shawn Ciecirski (Independent)

Notable Quote: "Seeing our inspiring and brave breast cancer clients walk away with not only essential goods but also renewed confidence and joy reminds us why our mission matters" - Stephanie Mastroianni

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

Individual Grant Program:

  1. Complete mandatory Eligibility Questionnaire
  2. Receive invitation to apply (5-10 days response time)
  3. Submit full application with required documentation
  4. Applications reviewed in order received

Required Documentation:

  • HIPAA Compliant Authorization
  • Medical Information Form (completed by medical professional)
  • All supporting financial documentation

Important: Randomly submitted materials not accepted. Must follow invitation-only process.

Decision Timeline

  • Individual Grants: Up to 12 weeks
  • Holistic Care Grants: Up to 3 months
  • Breast Screening: Immediate upon award (60 days to complete)
  • Initial Eligibility Response: 5-10 days

Success Rates

Not published. In 2023, assisted over 2,850 individuals with financial grants.

Reapplication Policy

Not explicitly stated in available information

Application Success Factors

  • Complete Documentation: Submit all required forms including HIPAA authorization and medical verification to avoid delays
  • Demonstrate Clear Need: Grants are customized based on thorough assessment of individual circumstances
  • Be Specific About Expenses: UBCF covers wide range including medical, housing, utilities, transportation, and food
  • Respond Promptly: Follow invitation timeline and complete application fully when invited
  • Maintain Honesty: UBCF emphasizes fraudulent applications take resources from genuinely struggling patients and may result in legal liability
  • Current Patient Status: Best suited for those actively in treatment or within 3 years of remission (10 years for COVID grant)

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

  • Invitation-Only Process: Cannot apply directly; must first pass eligibility screening
  • Highly Personalized: Each grant is customized to individual needs - "no two grants are ever alike"
  • Comprehensive Support: Goes beyond medical expenses to include living costs
  • Extended Timeline: Plan for 12-week decision process for individual grants
  • Multiple Programs Available: Consider all programs including screening, Wish Fund, and scholarship
  • Strong Track Record: Platinum-rated charity with significant annual distribution
  • Personal Mission: Founded from personal loss, maintaining commitment that "no one faces breast cancer alone"

References

← Back to US Funders Directory