- published: 08 Oct 2013
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Prevent Cancer Foundation(PCF) (formerly the Cancer Research Foundation of America or the Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation) is a United States based charity, and one of the leading health organizations devoted to the early detection and prevention of cancer.
Since their founding in 1985 they have played a prominent role in the promotion of cancer prevention, donated over $120 million in cancer prevention research, spread public information on how to prevent cancer, and partake in community outreach. The Prevent Cancer Foundation meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability outlined by the Better Business Bureau. The Prevent Cancer Foundation is rated 3 out of 4 stars by Charity Navigator, a rating which indicates "Exceeds or meets industry standards and performs as well as or better than most charities in its Cause". They are also one of Philanthropedia's recommended Cancer charities. The Prevent Cancer Foundation is one of five cancer related charities to be given an A rating by CharityWatch.