Susan G. Komen Puerto Rico

Founded in 2003, Susan G. Komen Puerto Rico is a charity based in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico working on health, medical research.

Susan G. Komen Puerto Rico is the local affiliate of the Susan G. Komen breast cancer movement, operating in Puerto Rico since 2003. Its mission is to save lives and eradicate breast cancer. The organisation works to empower people, support access to quality health care for all, and advance science to find cures. Its work covers education, screening, treatment and support for women, men and families at risk or in need across the island's 78 municipalities. Komen Puerto Rico states that all funds raised remain in Puerto Rico. It raises money through events such as Race for the Cure and an annual gala, and runs awareness campaigns, a survivor network and volunteer programmes.