Benefactors Society

Benefactors Society Members

The Benefactors Society recognizes the exceptional generosity of our compassionate supporters who share in the urgency of our mission and have chosen to support Cancer Support Community at leadership levels.

Benefactors and Patrons, both individual and corporate, provide invaluable resources to Cancer Support Community, enhancing CSC’s ability to assist members in our community facing cancer.

Because of your vision and generosity, your gift to the Benefactors Society will provide the foundation and inspiration necessary to sustain, expand and enhance our programs and services. 

Cancer Support Community extends its gratitude to the following Benefactors and Patrons:

Corporate Benefactors ($30,000+ Annually)

Lead Founding Corporate Benefactor

DFA Family Holdings
In Memory Of David F. Anderson

Benefactors ($24,000+ Annually)

  • Rosemari Annear

  • Anonymous

  • Terry Beyer

  • Karen and Tom Capehart

  • JCS Family Foundation

  • Ellen and Harvey Knell *

  • Terri and Jerry Kohl

  • Shelley Allen and Bob Kohorst

  • Lee and Mickey Segal

  • The Valenta Family

*Lead Founding Benefactors

Patrons ($12,000 – $23,999 Annually)

  • Melissa Alcorn

  • Anonymous

  • Penny and Ted Clark

  • George Mack and Gloria Podres

  • Julia and Mark Meahl

  • Serge Melkizian

  • Dana and Mike Naples

  • Gunde & Ernest Posey

  • Sue and Steve Ralph

  • Marcia and Elliot Sainer

  • Susan and Steve Silk

  • Les Stocker

  • Charlotte Streng

  • Susie and Brad Talt

  • Ruth C. Williamson, M.D.

The power of your charitable giving at a leadership level cannot be overestimated.
We invite you to join the 2026 Benefactors Society!

$30,000+Annually Benefactor

With a $30,000 annual gift or more, you will be recognized as a Corporate Benefactor in Cancer Support Community’s Benefactors Society.

All Corporate Benefactors receive the following benefits during their membership year:

  • Brand Recognition
  • Exclusive Event Access
  • Media and PR Exposure
  • Marketing Opportunities
  • Social Media Recognition
  • Employee Engagement
  • Invitation to Benefactors Society Appreciation Dinner

$24,000+Annually Benefactor

With a $24,000+ annual gift, you will be recognized as a Benefactor in Cancer Support Community’s Benefactors Society.

All Benefactors receive the following benefits during their membership year:

  • 12 months of recognition on CSC collateral such as our website, event communications, quarterly newsletters, program calendars, Annual Report, etc.
  • Angel Gala: 10 complimentary tickets plus sponsor benefits*
  • Sip, Savor & Support: 10 complimentary tickets plus sponsor benefits*
  • Invitation to Benefactors Society Appreciation Dinner

$12,000-23,999 Annually Patron

With a $12,000 – $23,999 annual gift, you will be recognized as a Patron in Cancer Support Community’s Benefactors Society. 

All Patrons receive the following benefits during their membership year:

  • 12 month of recognition on CSC collateral such as our website, event communications, quarterly newsletters, program calendars, Annual Report, etc.
  • Patron’s choice: Angel Gala OR Sip, Savor & Support: 10 complimentary tickets plus sponsor benefits*
  • Invitation to Benefactors Society Appreciation Dinner


Cancer Support Community uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care.

CSC is a nonprofit public benefit corporation organized under the laws of the State of California, and is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Tax ID: 95-4201985