Southeastern Cancer Care, “Cures for the Colors”, is a 501-c-3, non-profit, tax exempt organization established in 2011. The organization was created to assist cancer patients in Eastern North Carolina by assisting with basic living essentials such as grocery vouchers, gas cards, utility payments and oncology related prescription drugs. All of the proceeds raised stay in Eastern North Carolina to help those who are on active chemo, radiation or within three months of surgery. Assistance is offered to patients who live east of interstate 95 or the counties that have I-95 within their boundaries, applicants do not have to be a patient of Southeastern Medical Oncology Center in order to receive this help.
To raise funds for this organization, Southeastern Cancer Care as well as community civic and social organizations hold fund raisers throughout the year. These events include a family fun 5k, fall fashion show, tractor ride, yoga classes, musical plays, hunting contests, golf tournament, dance competition and a motorcycle ride.
Approval is subject to meeting the above criteria and income level that has been determined by the Board of Directors. Last year we were able to assist more than 400 patients. Funds raised are used to assist patients, there are no paid salaries affiliated with Southeastern Cancer Care.