Our Mission

To support integrative education and wellness programs to help individuals, families, and healthcare providers navigate cancer and sponsor related care initiatives while encouraging all to experience life as a thriver.

With Courage We Thrive...Are you a Thriver? You have survived your cancer. Are you truly thriving? Are you flourishing despite cancer? THRIVE by seeking health and wellness in all aspects of your life.

 

Nancy B. Clemente Fund Golf Tournament - Samaritan Hospital & The Eddy Foundation

Nancy B. Clemente Cancer Fund is an organization of volunteers who contribute their time and expertise to support and educate individuals diagnosed with cancer. No one is remunerated for their services. 100% of all funds and donations received for The Fund are provided for program and educational material development in affiliation with the Hildegard Medicus Cancer Treatment Centers at St. Mary’s Campus and Samaritan Hospital in Troy, NY and St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany, NY.

Save the Date: May 2, 2026

We can’t wait to see you this year!

 

The Omentum Project's 10-Week Initiative to Complete Our Research Study

The Omentum Project is proud to incentivize its IRB-approved citizen science study, Processing Salt with/without an Omentum. Help them gain momentum for omentum research between March 13th and May 22nd, 2026. Eligible participants who complete the Part 2, three-hour study process during the designated 10-week period will have the opportunity to select one of two nonprofit organizations to receive a $25 donation on their behalf; the nonprofits are The Ovarian Cancer Project, and The Ovarian Cancer Connection.

Learn more about the Omentum Project and download the PDF below, or check your eligibility by taking the survey today!

Thank You for Helping Us Raise $2,000!

Thanks to the incredible generosity of Adirondack Off-Road and Capital Tint & Graphics, $2,000 was raised in support of the Nancy B. Clemente Cancer Fund.

Shown here with Nancy is Marilyn Otto, a breast cancer thriver and co-owner of Adirondack Off-Road and Capital Tint & Graphics. Marilyn and her son Ben Cramer, who co-own the businesses, have supported the Fund through this October fundraiser. Marilyn has also participated in many of Nancy’s programs over the years.

We are deeply grateful to Marilyn, Ben, and the entire team for their continued support of our mission.

Who We Sponsor!

St. Peter’s Health Partners Cancer Care Therapeutic Arts Studio

The St. Peter’s Health Partners Cancer Care Therapeutic Arts Studio is free to all Thrivers/Survivors of the Capital Region.

If you have any cancer diagnosis, are in treatment, or are living your best life after treatment, you can join us!

Open Now - Call 518.525.6143

If you'd like to participate, please call the number above and leave your name and phone number, or reply to this message.

Currently Tuesday 10:30 AM - 6 PM (English Speaking Studio)

Every Other Wednesday 2 PM - 5 PM (Spanish Speaking Studio)

This is in partnership with the Nancy B. Clemente Cancer Fund& SPHP Cancer Care

Celebrating 19 years of The Fund

Celebrating 19 years of The Fund

  • The Fund

    The Nancy B. Clemente Cancer Fund is an organization of volunteers who contribute their time and expertise to support and educate individuals diagnosed with cancer. Read More

  • Thrivership

    With Courage We Thrive…Are you a Thriver? You have survived your cancer. Are you truly thriving? Are you flourishing despite cancer? THRIVE by seeking health and wellness in all aspects of your life. Read More

  • Assistance Programs for Patients and Thrivers

    If you are a cancer patient or thriver (survivor) looking for assistance, click here!

  • Healthcare Providers

    If you're a healthcare provider looking for information or program assistance forms, click here!

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