Formerly known as Metropolitan Chicago Breast Cancer Task Force

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Beyond Awareness Summit

Save the Date for June 3, 2026!

This experience is more than a summit, this is a call to action. Join leaders, survivors, and advocates shaping the future of cancer equity.

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Access trusted breast and cervical health information, screening support, financial assistance guidance, and community programs designed to help you take action with confidence.

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Listen to our podcast series featuring discussions with experts in healthcare, survivors, and community advocates. Learn about the latest trends in cancer care and health equity.

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Celebrating Life Benefit

Save the Date for June 3, 2026!

The 2026 Equal Hope Celebrating Life Benefit is where inspiration blossoms, hope blooms, and our shared commitment to health equity takes root.

THE EQUAL HOPE PINK PLATE TOUR

This unique event combines culinary experiences with charitable giving, allowing us to make a difference one meal at a time. Restaurants on the tour donate 10% of proceeds from chosen date(s) in October.
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Date

Tuesday, July 11th, 2023

Time

9:30 AM
4:30 PM

Host

Highwood Vaccine Event

Come out for free health screenings and vaccinations! Bilingual Community Health Worker, Veronica Sanchez, will be there.

¡Venga para exámenes de salud y vacunas gratis! La trabajadora de salud bilingüe de la comunidad, Verónica Sánchez, estará allí.

Highwood Public Library

102 Highwood Ave., Highwood, IL 60040

By Leilani Lacson

Upcoming Events

Thursday, May 14th, 2026

Steppin’ Into Summer Health Fair

Tuesday, May 5th, 2026

Cinco de Mayo Resource Fair

Thursday, May 7th, 2026

Mental Health and Resource Fair

Join us for the 2026
Equal Hope Celebrating Life Benefit!

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Venue West, Chicago, IL

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