Teen Cancer America
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Board Oversight
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Board Size
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Board Meetings
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Board Compensation
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Conflict of Interest
Measuring Effectiveness
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Effectiveness Policy
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Effectiveness Report
Finances
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Program Expenses
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Fundraising Expenses
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Accumulating Funds
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Audit Report
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Detailed Expense Breakdown
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Budget Plan
Fundraising & Info
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Truthful Materials
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Annual Report
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Website Disclosures
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Donor Privacy
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Cause Marketing Disclosures
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Complaints
The BBB Wise Giving Alliance requested but did not receive complete information from the organization and is unable to verify the organization's compliance with the following Standard(s) for Charity Accountability: 1, 7
Teen Cancer America meets the remaining 18 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
"to improve the quality of life for teens and young adults with cancer."
Year, State Incorporated:
2012, DE
Teen Cancer America (TCA) reports that it is dedicated to transforming healthcare for adolescent and young adult cancer patients by providing guidance, education, and support to hospitals and healthcare professionals. TCA states that it has partnered with over 70 hospitals across 23 states to create age-appropriate programs and support services, train health professionals and facilities, and fund 85+ roles such as young adult patient navigators, social workers, and program managers. TCA aims to expand its impact by providing medical education on the unique needs of adults and young adults cancer patients and broadening connections and resources through its network of hospitals and providers in both pediatric and medical oncology as well as in academic health centers and community hospitals and clinics.
For the year ended June 30, 2023, Teen Cancer America's program expenses were:
| Program services | $1,814,569 |
| Total Program Expenses | $1,814,569 |
Chief Executive
Shannon Sullivan, Chief Executive Officer
Chair of the Board
Rebecca Rothstein
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Managing Director, Private Wealth Advisor, Merrill Lynch Private Bank and Investment Group
Board Size
16
Paid Staff Size
11
*2025 compensation, as reported by the organization, includes annual salary and, if applicable, benefit plans, expense accounts, and other allowances.
Note: Shannon Sullivan assumed the position of Chief Executive Officer in January 2025. Her compensation is not available at this time. In 2023, Simon Davies served as TCA's Chief Executive Officer, receiving $211,790 in compensation.
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Print advertisements (newspapers, magazines, etc.), Grant proposals, Internet, Planned giving arrangements, Cause-related marketing (affinity credit cards, consumer product sales, etc.)
Fundraising costs were 11% of related contributions. (Related contributions, which totaled $3,735,357, are donations received as a result of fundraising activities.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on Teen Cancer America's audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2023.
Source of Funds
| Special events, net | $2,988,710 |
| Contributions and foundation grants | $746,647 |
| Other income | $103,874 |
| Gains from investment income | $15,491 |
| Total Income | $3,854,722 |
Programs: 72% Fundraising: 16% Administrative: 12%
| Total Income | $3,854,722 |
| Total expenses: | $2,523,009 |
| Program expenses | $1,814,569 |
| Fundraising expenses | $405,277 |
| Administrative expenses | $303,163 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $1,331,713 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $1,416,424 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $2,748,137 |
| Total Liabilities | $1,140,947 |
| Total Assets | $3,889,084 |
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