CANCER ACTION INC

EIN: 480650257 501(c)(3) Diseases & Disorders

Overland Park, KS

Total Revenue
$558,892
Total Expenses
$531,720
Total Assets
$2,923,945
Net Assets
$2,766,396
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1959
Legal Domicile
KS
Principal Officer
Karla Nichols
Phone
9136428885
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

CANCER ACTION INC, founded in 1959, is a small nonprofit in the Diseases & Disorders sector that reported $559K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Expenses of $532K left a modest 5% surplus.

Mission

Cancer Action is dedicated to reducing distress and promoting the well-being of those living with, through and beyond cancer in the Kansas City area. Cancer Action meets the physical, emotional, social and financial needs of those with cancer and their families, making a difference one person at a time, offering support through every step of the cancer journey.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $364,079 Revenue: $0

Patient Services Program: A diagnosis of cancer can bring many challenges to a person's life and those who care for them. They need a place to turn for support and to help meet the many needs that...

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Patient Services Program: A diagnosis of cancer can bring many challenges to a person's life and those who care for them. They need a place to turn for support and to help meet the many needs that cancer brings to their lives. For over 65 years, Cancer Action has been that place of hope and help in Kansas City. Cancer Action's Patient Services Program provides direct services, financial assistance, education, emotional support and guidance to individuals facing the many challenges cancer brings to those who live in the greater Kansas City area. Cancer Action offers programs and services that address the physical, emotional, social and financial needs of those with cancer and their families, making a difference one person at a time. Programs and services are offered to any person through every step of their cancer journey. Some of these services include prescription assistance, nutritional supplements, wigs and headwear, medical equipment and supplies, education and emotional support. In 2023, Cancer Action stepped up to meet some of the burdens of families by adding a gas card program for those incurring the additional expenses during cancer treatment. This program had tremendous growth in 2024! 1,200 cancer patients received much needed support to relieve distress and improve their well-being. Many of Cancer Action services are not only life-improving, but life-saving to those who are most in need in our community.

Program 2
Expenses: $17,517 Revenue: $0

Volunteer Program: Volunteer Program recruits, trains, and manages the many volunteers that help offer support, comfort and care to the agency's clients. Cancer Action has always been fortunate to...

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Volunteer Program: Volunteer Program recruits, trains, and manages the many volunteers that help offer support, comfort and care to the agency's clients. Cancer Action has always been fortunate to have an army of volunteers offering support to the organization and those we serve; we have a number of volunteers who raise funds through special events held during the year.

Program 3
Expenses: $15,669 Revenue: $0

Community Education Program: Cancer Action provides education on a variety of topics related to cancer and cancer care. Education is provided through various methods. Cancer Action staff educate...

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Community Education Program: Cancer Action provides education on a variety of topics related to cancer and cancer care. Education is provided through various methods. Cancer Action staff educate people one-on-one through phone calls and presents at other health care events when the opportunities arise.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $464,319
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $112,949
Other Revenue $-18,376
TOTAL REVENUE $558,892

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $66,389
Salaries & Benefits $285,303
Fundraising Expenses $30,128
Program Expenses $397,265
Other Expenses $180,028
TOTAL EXPENSES $531,720

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $558,892 $580,277 0.0%
Expenses $531,720 $495,843 +0.1%
Net Income $27,172 $84,434 -0.7%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
19
Independent Members
19
Employees
6
Volunteers
225

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
5
$109,669
Total Directors
19
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Karla Nichols Executive Director 40
Officer
$89,527 $20,142 $109,669
Brian Levinson President 2
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Elaine McIntosh Vice President 2
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Rhonda Cherry Secretary 2
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Joe Otey Treasurer 2
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Melanie Simpson Former President 2
Director
$0 $0 $0
Matthew Allin Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Ericka Anderson Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Samuel Burnett Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jennifer Dehan Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Chris Godwin Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jo Beth Herrick Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Eric Jacobson Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
John Kamphaus Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Kevin Killilea Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Anita Macan Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lindsey Reed Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Mary Beth Russell Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Ruthie Russell Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tina Shropshire Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2024 $558,892 $531,720 $2,923,945 $27,172
2023 $580,277 $495,843 $2,752,755 $84,434
2022 $648,242 $439,235 $2,541,209 $209,007
2021 $772,771 $427,189 $2,827,357 $345,582
2020 $633,596 $522,157 $2,431,650 $111,439
2019 $631,229 $587,509 $2,151,292 $43,720
2018 $781,786 $586,629 $1,833,614 $195,157
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