The David Benzer Strike Out Fear Foundation


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Our Mission

“What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us.
What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal.”
– Albert Pine

Our Mission-1
Lynn Hammerschmidt, Foundation President with David at UCSF Helen Diller Family Cancer Center

The mission of The David Benzer Strike Out Fear Foundation is to build a bridge from fear to hope for people diagnosed with cancer. By creating comforting, life-affirming environments in cancer clinics across the country, the Foundation’s Immediate Impact Program supports the emotional and spiritual needs of patients — to reduce fear and sustain the spirit from the moment of diagnosis, during treatment and into survivorship.

Since 2011, the Foundation has provided amenities for cancer clinic waiting rooms and treatment facilities that have enhanced the therapeutic experience for close to 200,000 new cancer patients and 1.1 million patient visits.

Our Mission2
Radiation Therapist Kevin Gaunt with David at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation

Additionally, we provide web-based and printed resources to:

 

 

  • Reduce fear and anxiety
  • Empower patients with information on current treatment guidelines and complementary medicine
  • Coach family and friends on how best to provide comfort and support

 

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Please see our RESOURCES section for more information.

SPONSORS

We are grateful for the support of our sponsors. Please patronize these businesses and let them know how much their generosity means to the Foundation.

IMMEDIATE IMPACT

Make an Immediate Impact in the life of a person with cancer by making a donation to the Strike Out Fear Foundation.
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EVENTS

Join us for events throughout the year both in person and online. Find information on our annual golf tournament and fundraising activities.

RESOURCES

Find information on integrative healing, alterative treatments, and support services to support the whole person required to navigate a diagnosis of cancer and links to cancer information, and patient support.

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