Mission: The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), an alliance of 26 of the world's leading cancer centers, is devoted to patient care, research, and education, is dedicated to improving the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of cancer care so that patients can live better lives. Through the leadership and expertise of clinical professionals at NCCN Member Institutions, NCCN develops resources that present valuable information to the numerous stakeholders in the health care delivery system. As the arbiter of high-quality cancer care, NCCN promotes the importance of continuous quality improvement and recognizes the significance of creating clinical practice guidelines appropriate for use by patients, clinicians, and other health care decision-makers. (Less)

National Comprehensive Cancer Network is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1997, and donations are tax-deductible.