Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation

On December 27, 2024 I was diagnosed with Testicular cancer that had spread to several other places in my body and ate out 90 percent of my L3 vertebra. Being a single father of 2 little girls that I have custody of the financial burden that I’m facing is very stressful along with the chemo and hospital stays. I am now taking a different chemo from the first four rounds of BEP since it did not cure me of cancer. I am facing a Bone Marrow Transplant once I’m finished with the TIP regimen of chemo. The Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation lessened the stress by the caring support they showed me and my family. Thank you so much for caring about me enough to help me out. I hope one day when I beat this terrible disease I can return the BLESSING.

I have been battling Testicular cancer now for over two years. Through all my struggles, from treatments, to kidney, heart and blood failures, the Testicular Awareness Foundation has acted quickly to help me and my family to feel a bit more comfortable. I am truly grateful for them and all they have done.

Hello my name is Collin. I can’t thank TCAF enough for the incredible support they’ve given me during one of the most difficult times in my life. Their team went above and beyond to provide not only financial assistance but also emotional support and guidance throughout my treatment. They truly care about their patients and make sure you never feel alone in your journey. I’m so grateful for their compassion and dedication—I don’t know where I would be without them. I highly recommend TFAC to anyone who needs help navigating cancer treatment and support.

The Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation was easy to apply for and had a fast response time. The application process was simple and straightforward and having “chemo brain” made it much easier on me. They responded quickly and helped deliver funds quickly. Since I was in immediate need, their fast response times and help was greatly appreciated. I will forever share the good work this foundation does. Thank you for the continued support!

They generously supplied me with a grocery gift card with really helpful with food when traveling for treatment. Thank you!

Hey there my nameis Brandon shels ..was diagnosed with testicular cancer 8 years ago amd been ongoing treatment ever since.... I reached out to the foundation for help with anything to help with food bills or etc and I can not thank them enough for helping my family through these rough times

I was diagnosed with testicle cancer last year in December and had my testicle removed this year only to find out that my journey with cancer was not yet done. The cancer moved into my abdomen and now I’m going through chemo because of the testicular cancer awareness foundation I can buy groceries for my family and I appreciate that

I am extremely grateful to the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation for the help they have given me. I am continuing to battle this cancer everyday and with God's favor will overcome it. This is a huge help to be able to receive help with my groceries. Now in treatment and with this condition, I try to eat healthier meals and without being able to work right now, this helps me in a much needed time in my life. THANK YOU to the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation for the amazing work you guys are doing.

Hello, My name is Martha, I came across this great non profit as I was looking for resources for my cousin Victor as he is battling stage 3 testicular cancer. This organization responded to our application in a very quick manner. The help is such a blessing for my cousin Victor.

I was diagnosed with testicular cancer early this year. It has been an extremely tough time for my family and I. We reached out to the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation for support a couple weeks ago and got a prompt response from Brook. We are so grateful for the help that we received. Thank you Brook and TCAF!

After my fiancé was diagnosed with testicular cancer, we fell into some hardships. I had recently lost my job, he was unable to work because of the surgery/diagnosis, and we had 3 young children to support. The Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation helped feed our family by sending us e-gift cards to our closest grocery store and saved us a ton of worries!

I’m in the U.K and I reached out to this organisation for some support.
Brooke and the Foundation went over and above to try to find the best possible way to help me.
The monetary support they provided at this moment of need is not quantifiable.
At your lowest ebb the support from organisations’ like the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation have aided me in my recovery, reminded me to stay positive and helped with a week of grocery shopping at a time when it was most needed.
The international payment was not easy but they persisted and found a way to support me and my family. Well done and keep up the good work!

Back in February I was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer. It’s been a rough ride from diagnosis, biopsy and other procedures throughout the months. Helps when you got a great support system and people looking out for you like my oncologist Dr. Hatic and other support groups like the cancer center. answering questions and concerns. People who donate other nonprofits like Brook who has been helping out and you can’t thank them enough . All help is welcome and thank you guys again at testicular cancer.

Back in January of this year I was diagnosed with stage three testicular cancer and it has been rough on myself and my family. After several scans and MRI's we discovered that the cancer had spread to two lymph nodes in my chest and one in my stomach. Currently as I am writing this doctors are still monitoring my brain as it seems that the cancer has spread there as well. I have undergone two different surgeries and have had my lower spine tapped two different times. To make matters worse I live about an hour away from Mayo Clinic where I am receiving treatment and making the trip daily has been draining on my body.
At twenty years old cancer is not something I had ever thought about, but suddenly my life is flipped upside down. I have had to drop out of my classes and quit my job so I can comfortably receive four rounds of BEP chemotherapy. Thankfully I am half way done now with treatment and everything is going very well with minimal symptoms. However, I am fortunate enough to receive aid from the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation which has relieved a heavy financial burden not only off of myself but my family as well. I could not be more thankful for the for the support as during these times it sincerely helps keep me positive. I look forward to a long life ahead of me and I appreciate everything that is being done for me.
Thanks again for your gracious support!
-Hayden

In March 2020, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I beat it, and we thought we were done with our cancer journey. Then, in October 2023 just as we were getting back to normal without cancer in our lives, my husband was diagnosed with testicular cancer, likely caused by his exposure to burn pits in the Iraq war.

There we were…back to back cancer journeys and this time without my husband’s income. We were devastated. We’d already been down this road and fought like hell, and now we had to do it again. Our 7 children were beside themselves watching me and my husband switch roles between patient and caregiver. As the months passed, we got further and further behind on our bills and had to ask for help.

That’s when TCAF came in. My company identified them as a possible resource, and they are coming through with help for food and other necessities, so we can put what money we have towards making our mortgage payments and not losing our home. Thank you, TCAF. The peace of mind that comes with knowing things are covered financially will definitely help both of us to continue recovering from the nightmare that is cancer.

TCAF is a lifesaver. Bills are piling up and their financial assistance will help my family get past this. My story is fairly unusual and TCAF read my application and under a week later I was approved for financial assistance.

October 20th 2023, I felt fine. October 21st I woke up with a pain in my groin. Didnt think anything of it. Figured I tweaked something while working out. So I took it easy that saturday. October 22nd I tried to get out of bed and get dressed for church. My right testicle was about the size of a large Lemon. Way bigger than it was supposed to be. Very red, swollen, painful. My wife, is a physician and recommended we go to the hospital. After a couple hours, a very uncomfortable ultrasound, and some snide comments from nurses thinking I had an STD and was a scummy 20 something male who had cheated on his wife later. They gave me broad spectrum antibiotics and a shot in the ass for the STD I didn’t have. Diagnosed me with Epididymitis, likely caused by the STD I didn’t have.

After 4 days, I showed no signs of improvement, so I gave the consulting urologist a call and he prescribed me another broad spectrum antibiotic to fix the Epididymitis. Friday, October 27th, the pain, swelling, and general discomfort had gotten worse, so I called the urologist again and he got me in immediately for another ultrasound. I found this weird but I went in for the first appointment and got another ultrasound. Went home, went about my day. Friday night, I was beginning to coach my high school football team in the playoffs when I got the call. I had cancer.

Monday the 30th I had an appointment where my urologist scheduled me for a right radical orchiectomy. I also got a CT with contrast. The urologist says the CT came back fine. Turns out this was not true. He had missed one of my lymph nodes was slightly (1-2mm too big).

November 11th the orchiectomy occurs. Two weeks later, on November 25th we meet the urologist again. He tells me the pathology is not great. I had a 95% Embryonal Carcinoma and 5% Teratoma. He referred me to Dr. Cary at IU. We reached out to Dr. Cary’s assistant who is amazing. She walked us through the process and said the longest part is now. Waiting until Dr. Cary can review my file and we can meet with him.

December 11th we get a call. Dr Cary wants to meet us on. December 15th. But first, he wanted me to get another CT with contrast. So I got one next day across the city. Then we drive to Indy and he recommends the nerve sparing RPLND. I wanted to avoid chemo as much as possible. So I opted for the RPLND. We scheduled it for January 11th.

January 10th we go to St. Elmo Steakhouse. That night, I am up throwing up, diarrhea, sweating, thinking I am coming down with the flu or something. I woke up early and tried to stomach some juice and oatmeal because the IU rep that called us said I could have a light breakfast. (That was wrong and is what caused the delay) the delay allowed me to lay in bed all day and settle my stomach. I include that part because it felt like murphy’s law was applying. January 11th was an awful day without an RPLND. We left something in our car and valet had to bring it back, they brought the wrong car, I forgot my glasses before surgery and my parents had to go get them, they took my wife and I to our room and didn’t let my parents see me before surgery. It was chaos. All my fault. I was a bit preoccupied with the thought of being filleted.

January 11th RPLND gets delayed a couple hours. The surgery went well, took several hours. Only one nerve could be spared, so I hope I do not suffer any fertility issues but that is unclear as of now. 6 weeks after my RPLND I had to get a drain tube put in because a lymphocele was causing problems and crushing my kidney and Vena Cava. I still have the drain tube today. It has been 2 weeks since the drain was put in and I need to go back to Indianapolis to have another procedure done to hopefully stop the fluid from accruing. I am also suffering from sever never pain from the RPLND that keeps me from being able to sit or stand for extended periods of time. It causes me tremendous pain. I am on medication but it only dulls it slightly.

30 year Testicular Cancer Survivor. Blessed to be here and shed light and God willing hope that this disease is curable and life can go on beyond your cancer journey...

But I'm Still a Good Me is my memoirs of my life before, during, and after my battles and can be purchased on Amazon. Open to discuss my case, TC in general, offer support and a caring ear to anyone at butimagoodme@gmail.com.

I was diagnosed with testicular cancer last month and am currently working alot less hours. I got in touch with the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation and was approved for a grant to help with finances almost immediately. I feel very fortunate that there are organizations that help with that, because I would have most likely ended up homeless without it. Thank you!

I’m Mark, 32 yr old Husband and father to two beautiful daughters. I was diagnosed in 2017 with testicular cancer. Lately I’ve been getting multiple rounds of chemotherapy. I was able to find Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation and they were generous enough to offer their support and other resources to help my family and I through these difficult times

I was referred to this non-profit at the top of my list from my insurance case manager, who has been assisted in helping find financial resources and TCAF was at the top of my list. Fighting testicular cancer out of nowhere this past November, I am greatly appreciative of the help that this organization has offered to me.

Hello! I'm David. I'm a loving father of two amazing boys and married to the best woman that I could ever dream of, I work my butt to the bone and I've served our country to keep us all free. I thank the Lord for my life, until we received the terrible news that I was diagnosed with testicular cancer in September. The doctors have just removed the cancerous mass, but now they found that the cancer has moved into my stomach upgrading me to stage IIIC (the worst testicular cancer can be) the new mass is now pushing onto my kidneys causing acute kidney failure, which is being combated with stents, also this has caused me to have blood clotting issues that are being treated with blood thinners. Overall I've spent serveral weeks over the past two months in the hospital, resulting in 4 surgeries. Chemotherapy is now fully underway and will be taking a lot of time, energy and will be keeping me out of work. We are feeling very lost and emotional about all the diagnosis. Our kids are trying to be strong while they watch thier daddy suffer and now we as parents are worried about providing for them. I am the sole income provider for our family and my wonderful wife homeschools our boys. Now my wife is having to care for me while I'm having tests, chemo and surgeries. We are mostly concerned with paying our bills and putting food on the table. We appreciate the support from this wonderful foundation.

Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation generously helped our patient who is newly diagnosed, starting transplant soon, and cannot afford some of his basic needs given his inability to work. The grant that was provided is extremely helpful for groceries and hygiene products for him to use while he travels an hour away from home and stays at a local hotel while going through treatment. Thank you!

In 2019 I battled stage 3 poor risk Testicular cancer. After 2 stem cell transplants, I was on surveillance until a couple months ago when the cancer returned. I am great full for the help of Testes Cancer Awareness Foundation as I navigate this difficult time.

Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation Was there for us when we needed help. They responded the next morning after submitting an application to tell us that they were willing and eager to help us in our time of need! Thank you, Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation for everything.

Testicular cancer awareness foundation, not only helps educate so many, but was there for me when my son was diagnosed with cancer too. It was a different kind of cancer, but nonetheless, Kim always gave me such amazing information and help whenever I needed it. This is the most amazing foundation to help educate and give love and support to so many!!

Kim Jones has done so much good for the community as a whole! As founder of Testicular cancer awareness foundation she has raised awareness throughout the world.

My son was diagnosed with Stage IIa testicular cancer in 2020 during Covid-19 shutdowns. He then suffered two early recurrences, requiring travel across the country to Indiana for stem cell transplant. We are overjoyed that he is finally cured. Along the way, the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation has provided valuable information and social media content, shower cards to distribute to young athletes and students, and an opportunity to meet with experts in the fields of oncology, like Dr. Lawrence Einhorn, and urology, like Dr. Clinton Cary. They also provide help with financial resources and are constantly raising awareness of this deadly disease attacking our vital young men in the prime of their lives. We are so grateful to TCAF.

Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation is doing great work in the world. Through their resources, I’ve learned about tc self-exams and other resources that help young men like myself. Thanks for all that you do!

I have had the opportunity to witness the amazing work that Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation contributes to those that need it most. They are an amazing organization helping those financially impacted by testicular cancer as well as raising awareness of an underrecognized disease. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for support and/or resources on testicular cancer.

The foundation was incredibly. They sent me a gift card which I used to purchase activities to keep myself busy with during chemo. Definite 5 stars!

The help I got made me be able to provide groceries for my kids when I missed work after my surgeries. Definitely helped with the financial stress.

TCAF has made an incredible difference in the testicular cancer community. They have helped to provide assistance to so many families and raise awareness all across the US and many other countries. What they do is nothing short of amazing!

TCAF has been an amazing resource for my husband during treatment and after. They continuously strive to expand awareness and support patients, families, and survivors!

I was a volunteer and can attest that Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation has their best interest in the people they serve. Their hearts are truly in the right spot.

Since the passing of my nephew my sister-in-law who started this organization has been a pioneer and bringing this terrible type of cancer to light all the lives that have been saved all the knowledge that they have shown to help save people this organization in my mind is a life-saving organization who makes wonderful changes in this world and will continue to make changes and help others get through get over and get past this terrible disease and hopefully have a wonderful life

The testicular cancer awareness foundation not only has wonderful information to share, and wonderful programs to support testicular cancer patients, caregivers, and family, but they have a wonderful board consisting of some very dedicated individuals. Doctors, non-doctors, professionals. A wonderful group all around.

My story is about my sister and Jordan (Kim Jones and Jordan Jones). This foundation Was created by my sister because she was lost and found very little help and support after Jordan was diagnosed with testicular cancer. When she wasn't busy taking care of Jordan, she spend the majority of her hoirs and her days reseaching this cancer. She and Jordan didn't want any other family to experience this feeling of aloneness and feeling lost. This foundation provides tremendous and continual support to many familys who are suffering from this disease or who know someone who is suffering from this disease. Without this foundation, a lot of people in this world would be lost. This is an amazing foundation that is dedicated to help as many people possible!

I reached out to Kim Jones many years ago when my oldest son of four boys was diagnosed with testicular cancer. Five years later he got it again and three months later another son got it and four years later a third son got it. The amount of support I have gotten from Kim Jones and her foundation is amazing. There’s an unbelievable amount of information from the organization and from attending her semi annual conferences. I have leaned on Kim numerous times. She has always been there for me whether it was just to talk, send me information or give me a doctor for a contact.

TCAF has helped me twice now during me recurrences of cancer in the last two years. Finding help financially has been a burden for me when I’ve been out of work and they have helped me twice with groceries and offering other support! I really recommend reaching out to them for involvement if you are in a tough situation

I had a great experience with this charity. They were able to help with my rent.

The Testicular Cancer foundation has helped me tremendously. In a time when my whole world has been upside down it is so nice to know that they care and are truly here to help! I have been out of work due to my cancer treatments and through their financial grant process i was able to get help where i need it most. They have been easy to work with and so helpful. Thank you so so much for all you do!

Going Through this cancer battle, you become weak and fearful which is very taxing on your emotional state but coming across TCAF I’ve found hope… Hope in knowing that there is an organization out there that not only understands what I’m going through physically, emotionally, and spiritually but offers help and wisdom to motivate me through this process. They have really become my saving grace.

My family and I want to give a big thanks to the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation for helping us pay our past due rent through a grant offered by their financial assistance program. It is exactly what we needed to help us get back to focusing on our beautiful new family. We had just moved into our new home, financed a newer car and was expecting our new baby girl, Jazzmae, when the news of my testicular cancer turned our world upside down. Since May of this year, I have had two surgeries that I recovered nicely from, but it has taken an emotional and physical toll on my family. I have dealt with a lot of guilt due to the financial burden my cancer has brought on us. I am only 26 years old and testicular cancer was the last thing I thought I would ever have to worry about at such a young age. It wasn’t until my mom started researching about testicular cancer that we realized there really wasn’t a lot of information out there about a very common kind of cancer that effects young men ages 15-44. My mom found their website Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation, and it was full of educational resources, support groups and tools to help connect with a very compassionate community of people that are there to provide help and hope. We are grateful to you for your financial support, and it will lesson our financial burden.
Our Thanks and Appreciation,
Trey Owen and family!

I was diagnosed with tc in 2018. It was a long 2 years of treatment, including a recurrence, and the support I received from TCAF was amazing. Speaking with others that were in the fight with me, as well as survivors and doctors, really helped me get through every day. They were there for me at my sickest, and there for me to celebrate the birth of my first child post treatment! They are a second family that I cherish greatly, and I always look forward to events to get to see everyone again and celebrate all of our stories.

I will forever be Thankful for TCAF! I found this group when my son was battling TC. The first conference I went to in Denver was just 5 months shy of losing my sweet Jon to Testicular cancer. It was difficult to go so soon but everyone welcomed me with open arms. I met some truly amazing people like Kim, Toni, BJ and Mike and Briana that give so much to support everyone. Meeting and talking with survivors and caregivers really touched my heart. The doctors that give so feely of their expertise and passion to help. I gained so much knowledge at every event. Forever grateful to support such awesome group! Wendy Sorsolei

This organization has been nothing but outstanding in our families journey to help our son with his cancer. From information sharing, to medical contacts, to moral support, everything on the site has been accurate and inspiring. Highly recommend to anyone who is either going through the treatments, their care givers and/ or their families.

The Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation offers excellent information in a world where sadly it still seems taboo to talk about men’s health. Being a tough guy who grew up in sports, I understand that it can be difficult to see a doctor or want to discuss a sensitive topic but TCAF has helped me help my friends. They got past my wall by using humor and charisma which opened the door to discussion. Sadly even my own doctor’s office did not have this much needed information that it is important to do monthly self exams. TCAF educated me in a manner that made it easy to understand and not feel badly about that which I did not know. Now I am able to spread the word and help save lives for this most important cause. I strongly encourage men of all ages to do monthly self exams and help others learn the importance by sharing the information on the TCAF website. If you don’t feel confident to have the discussion, any size donation can help save a life. Donate to TCAF and help save a life.

The Testicular Cancer foundation has been nothing but truly amazing and kept my spirits up during this unfortunate time. They do an incredible job at connecting cancer patients and caregivers so everyone feels supported. They provide all of the resources and information to navigate through such a scary thing. The important part is spreading the awareness and getting everyone’s stories out there which they take extra pride in doing.

TCAF is a wonderful organization with great resources and an educated team. They offer lots of insight for patients or caretakers going through testicular cancer, and a great support system for those needing it post chemo. Would highly recommend them every time!

When my son was diagnosed with testicular cancer, I lived in denial for months. I looked at his diagnosis as just a bump in the road that he would overcome. Little did I know than that 18 months later I would receive a phone call from his doctors telling me that there was nothing more they could do for him and his time with us would be short.

It wasn't until after his passing that I felt the need to join a support group. The support group that meant so much to my son in his time of need. That support group just happened to be Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation. I can't thank them enough for the support that they provided to him and now to me.

TCAF will always be my go to; whether it be for support, literature or a just a lending ear.

My son is Alexander C. Bartlett. My forever shining star! He passed away two weeks after his 26th birthday. June 13, 1994 - June 30, 2020

I've been aware of Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation (TCAF) since its very inception. We are dear friends of Jordan Jones' family, who was the inspiration for TCAF. When Jordan was diagnosed at age 13-14, his mom (Kim) started researching, asking questions, looking for answers to help Jordan overcome this disease. What she discovered is that there just was NOT much out there. So, TCAF came to be, to help Jordan through his diagnosis and to help other PATIENTS, families/loved ones, caregivers. TCAF has gathered some of the best medical minds in the world of Testicular Cancer (TC), and using the knowledge of those medical professionals to spread the word about TC and how to fight it. Another focus for TCAF is to TEACH young adult men to self-exam, and emphasizing prevention. This is an incredible organization. It changes lives. It provides information, inspiration, support (emotional and monetary) and gives patients and families a platform to ask questions and do all they can do to have a good outcome!!

When facing my own testicular cancer diagnosis, TCAF was there for me with all kinds of resources from information to fostering connections with other patients and survivors. I had such a great experience that when the opportunity arose to be on the board, I was extremely excited to take it.

The Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation helped my husband and I while he was going through chemotherapy. It was the hardest/darkest moment in our life and they generously agreed to pay our rent for a month. This drastically helped take some stress off of our plate financially! We are forever grateful for this foundation and know they are helping other men in the same situation!

After my journey with surgery and chemo for testicular cancer, I was without a job and little support. I reached out to TCA in hopes of some assistance. I filled out some simple information and shared my story. Within a couple of weeks I heard back that I was selected as a recipient for a grant. They made everything so easy, were very communicative and extremely helpful!

This is a wonderful organization! I see how hard they work day in and day out and I truly appreciate what they do for the public!

Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation is a fantastic organization that provides support to anyone affected by testicular cancer. They spread awareness of the disease and educate others on how important it is to do a monthly testicular self exam to save a life.

This organization has really empowered me in a life beyond cancer. I was able to connect with fellow survivors in a way not previously possible. I was able to discuss matters that are difficult for others to relate to, while also seeking advice from medical professionals. Everyone facilitating was courteous, professional and friendly. I made friends and was able to network with other organizations too. I feel so fortunate to have attended the conference as well as remain in touch with those who work so hard to contribute to those affected b Testicular Cancer.

Fabulous organization that has brought some many people together from all over the world. It allows, families, loved ones, and survivors, to all share stories, and information, and most important to let everyone know you are not alone.
G-D Bless Kim Jones and her beautiful family for all that they do. #Sunshine #JordanJones

After being diagnosed with stage 3c testicular cancer last December, my life changed completely. I came across TCAF through social media during treatment and it has helped me in so many ways: getting through treatment and surgeries, asking questions and throwing out concerns to the world. Not only have I been able to share my story, but I can also offer my own support to those that need it the most right now. Having a support system through your fingertips is amazing and even getting to meet some of my fellow survivors and their families has brought us all together in some way. I can’t thank TCAF enough for everything that they have done.

I discovered TCAF after my son’s year long battle fighting Testicular Cancer. I wish that I had found this amazingly supportive organization during that very lonely, scary, and confusing year. Men’s health is not at all well supported but TCAF is trying valiantly to fix this so that men and their loved ones do not have to face a diagnosis of Testicular Cancer unarmed and ill prepared for what is about to happen.

An amazing group that not only provides awareness to testicular cancer but support to those who are currently going through the battle (or now working on survivorship). Countless members provide incite from caregiver and patient perspective. The group gives knowledge, hope and support to a rear disease that feels all too common amongst this family.

This is a wonderful organization. They are a first line of defense for family members and patients who might be impacted by Testicular Cancer. We have a great network and very supportive. Class act for sure.

The best thing in the world to assist those diagnosed with TC and their families is KNOWLEDGE. This organization - Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation - prides itself on its search for information and knowledge, including having world-renowned physicians on their board. The support, knowledge, information and financial assistance is truly SAVING lives! Their annual symposiums provide for an incredible platform to share information among both patients and doctors working on the fight to cure this disease. Truly an incredible group of people with an amazing mission!

Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation is the only foundation that supports the overall fight against testicular cancer internationally. They pour their heart and soul into everything they do to support others.

This foundation is incredible. They do so much to help educate people about testicular cancer. I highly recommend them as a reputable, honest, and trustworthy charity. Their work speaks for itself.

The Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation is a much needed resource for those with TC and their family. The work they do to help raise awareness about this form of cancer is amazing. This foundation is very near and dear to the founder, Kim Jones', heart since it was founded due to her own son's fight with Testicular Cancer. The TCAF and Jordan Jones' story has, no doubt, helped to save the lives of many men through awareness, teaching early detection and services they provide. My husband was diagnosed with TC in 2002 and had a recurrence this year 2016, after almost 14 years. It was this year that I found this foundation. If you can donate to this amazing foundation to help them continue their great work that would be awesome. If you're unable to donate, perhaps you can help spread the word about them to raise awareness. If you shop on Amazon, then another great way to give to the TCAF is to shop smile.amazon.com and choose TCAF as your charitable organization and Amazon donates 0.5% of your eligible purchases to them. Same prices, products and Prime. I shop there all the time and I like knowing that a portion of my eligible purchases goes to TCAF. The TCAF is a great organization and any form of support you can provide to this foundation can only benefit every male and their loved ones. Let's face it...we all have a male in our lives in some capacity...whether it's a father, brother, son, husband, uncle, partner...you get the picture...and we can all support and help raise awareness for this disease that isn't talked about as much as it should be because not enough people are aware it exists. Great foundation. Great work they're doing. Great if you can help in some way. Great place to start if you find yourself newly diagnosed with TC or are a loved one of a TC fighter. Just great.

28 year survivor of testicular cancer that has gotten such solace and strength from this incredible source of support , information and general goodness! Wish It was part of my life back then but delighted it around now.

I first reached out to TCAF when my son was diagnosed and going through treatment in 2014/2015. I received an hour long phone call with support and information and also received educational information to distribute to area schools and doctor's offices. Recently when the founder, Kim Jones, learned we would be vacationing near her she scheduled a trip to meet us and our son. The support we have received from TCAF has been outstanding--very sensitive, very kind, and very personal. Unbelievable support.

The Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation is a group that unfortunately, many folks find out about after becoming a Testicular cancer patient.

What TCAF has done to provide awareness to young adults is incredible as they are looking to bring awareness to the forefront (meaning, pre diagnosis). This organization has been founded, funded and supported by those with genuine human character.

I was lucky during my own battle with Testicular Cancer to have come across TCAF and to become friends with founder Kim Jones. I worked briefly as a volunteer for them later on. This foundation does more to help those battling TC than any other. The level of compassion from the volunteers and board members alike is unrivaled. And the support groups they have helped to set up are a blessing to all those involved.

When I was first diagnosed with testicular cancer, Jordan Jones' story was the first I came across.

Now, 3 years later, Im happy to have had a chance to have spoken with Kim Jones, Jordans mother and have contributed to the foundation and really hope to be able to do more... A LOT more, in the future/

This community has been such a support to me through diagnosis, treatment, and has helped me to navigate recovery

When my husband was diagnosed last year with stage 3 testicular cancer this organization helped us tremendously. I don't know what we would have done if God had not placed Kim and TCAF in our lives. So thankful for a place to find help, information, and spread awareness.

When my husband was diagnosed with testicular cancer he wanted everyone to wear super funny and cool shirts the day of his surgery ! Not only did we buy then from this site but reading everyone's stories really help him make a big dicision on his treatment ! They really answered alot of questions and we're a big help! We are constantly on this site !!

Truly an inspirational community of people focused on life love and happiness !

I was diagnosed towards the end of 2013. I started the first 3 months in 2014 going through chemo. TCAF has been a great resource for me in each stage; diagnosis, surgery, chemo and now survivorship. Thanks TCAF!

I found this group 5yrs ago, when my son was diagnosed at 17 with late stage testicular cancer. I can not say enough about these wonderful people. I have gained knowledge, strength and friendship that helped me be the caregiver for my son. They gave me information and also gave me hope and support. They have given me educational materials to do the community events I am involved in. Thank you TCAF for all you do for so many!

This is a great resource for people to share their stories and take away some of the perceived stigma that might be associated with men's health issues. It's very informative and helps save lives through awareness and education.

The best resource for education, information, and early detection. When my son in law was diagnosed at just 25 yo, tcaf sure helped explain things and provided a great system of support for the families. Happy to report he is in remission now.

An amazing organization that has helped normalize this extremely difficult time in our lives and the after care that no one talks about. Thank you so much for everything that you do.

Much needed organization. Cause that needs more attention to save lives.

came across the page on facebook, and was delighted to see it as my son has testicular cancer...

Men's global healthcare is woefully underfunded. By ensuring men's health gets the recognition it needs, organisations such as Movember and TCAF are of vital importance for men and their loved ones. Raising awareness is everything. TCAF have a great presence on social media. I am always touched by the stories they share and I am always grateful for the information they spread on their Facebook page and their website. Thank you for saving lives.

Great educational & awareness material. Way to get the message across!

I found this organization after my brother was diagnosed with Testicular cancer at the age of 24. This site not only helped educate me, but it kept my mind at ease and showed how much support there really is for this disease. I continue to look at all of the success stories as well as those battling.

My husband was recently diagnosed with testicular cancer. It is great to see there are people out there raising awareness!

I found the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation page on Facebook by accident. I looked over what they were about & absolutely loved it. The support & encouragement is amazing. My husband is 11 years cancer free, but has a lot of issues from the cancer. I was able to get information about what he's going through so I could help him. Plus I've shared their reminders for monthly checks and some of my friends have had talks with their sons or husbands about testicular cancer and the importance of monthly checks & early detection.

I stumbled upon TCAF when my fiance was diagnosed with stage 3C TC. I was a clueless, needy 25 year old that desperately needed honest answers... and that is exactly what they gave me (along with words of wisdom, strength and survivorship!). The TCAF helped us through some of our darkest days and connected me with many others in my same situation. I am forever thankful!

I found the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation Facebook page while my fiancé was undergoing treatment for stage 3 Testicular Cancer that had metastasized to his liver, lymph nodes, and lungs. It's an amazing thing to have to people who have been there, or that understand, available when you need them the most. As he's nearing 4 years of being in remission, the page now serves as a reminder to share his story, and to help get the word out about TC.

TCAF always goes above and beyond to care for those affected by testicular cancer. They show tremendous care and provide great support. Their mission to spread awareness is critically important to a disease too often overlooked.

I have been tour manager for the non profit for the past two years on warped tour. I've never seen a nonprofit with so much compassion and commitment. Kim believes in this cause, and has done amazing things! TCAF is saving lives!

Kim and I became friends before Jordan was first diagnosed. After she started this amazing foundation I served on the board for about a year and learned so much. In 2014 I saw a lump on my sons kneck and because of what I learned from TCAF I took my son in to the doctor and he was diagnosed with stage 2 Lymphoblastic Lymphoma. We caught it early. Praise God! I feel that it was caught early because of this foundations education on the signs of cancer. This foundation saved my sons life!! I am forever grateful for TCAF and continue to pray for Jordan Jones. He has saved many many lives. God is good all the time and all the time God is good!! Thank you Kim and Jordan. I truly wish Jordan didn't have to go through this TWICE!!!!

Praying hard for Jordan Jones!! This site has helped me alot with my son being tested for lumps in his testies. Thank goodness for TCAF. I have learned alot from this site!

I had NO idea just how prevalent Teaticular Cancer is and how it runs rampant in men my age. The Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation educated me that it is the number one killer of cancers in men 15-35 and also (when caught early enough) it can be one of the easiest to cure! Too many men do not talk about it because of lack of education and oftentimes it can be an uncomfortable conversation but the TCAF makes it easy to discuss and be educated for monthly self exams.
I now have an alert on my phone for the first Sunday of every month to do a simple yet thorough self-exam. Everyone at TCAF is so passionate about education and awareness. It is great to have such an excellent foundation educating guys like me!

Thanks TCAF!
Tim HÜber

My husband was diagnosed stage 3 testicular cancer. It was so nice to have a page that supported what we were going through. Appreciate the advice and others experiences. Today he was told he is cancer free. What a blessing!

Kim Jones is the executive director of TCAF and her passion comes from the TC experience her family had when her son Jordan survived TC five years ago. Since then, she has almost single-handidly built the Foundation into an amazing resource. Now TCAF is starting the next phase of development and benefit to young men who need to know about it and those affected by it. The Board of Directors has been strengthened by new members who are national leaders in business structure and marketing, and leaders in the medical community. The current executive director and board are focused on efficient use of generous funding and grants so that the word gets out and even more lives are saved. Your financial contribution and support are greatly appreciated.

I am a mom of a teen boy that was diagnosed with Testicular cancer at age 15. When he had a relapse of his cancer, I contacted Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation for support. They were wonderfully warm and understanding of what we were going through. They were willing to get us an opinion from one of the top oncologist that specializes in testicular cancer.
I have met the founder, Kim and 2 other parents that have had there children diagnosed with TC. These 3 people also are very involved in the organization and passionate about educating young men about TC.
It's an incredible organization!

I was diagnosed with stage 2a testicular cancer in August of 2013. I had never really heard of the disease, nor did I know anyone who had testicular cancer. Through one of my fraternity brothers, Kim Jones, the CEO of TCAF, reached out to me through Facebook. She offered all sorts of advice on treatments, insurance plans, and tips to make my chemo treatment as bearable as possible. She offered so much support and encouragement for my family and myself. She even offered to talk to my mom as a mother who has already gone through this disease with a son. Because of the help and support TCAF gave me throughout my treatment, I wanted to join the organization to pay it forward. I wanted to help give back to people going through this disease and joining TCAF was the best way to do it. It is a great organization, full of dedicated individuals that want to spread awareness for this horrible disease and educate individuals on the importance of early detection.

When I lost my son to TC this group was lifeline for our family. They listened, the understood and they helped us hold ourselves together. I will always appreciate TCAF. The people are very compassionate.

I think anyone can hardly find any info about TC.Since its genital part and especially men will never speak about it .And countries like where I live no one talks ever about it, because people who hears that a person has TC will be humiliated by them.
TCAF is the one such group who has provided lot of info and awareness in it.You can read many stories of people who're undergoing treatment,the survivors and the caregivers.I really really wished, if I had ever heard of TC at least once before ,then I would've mostly caught it at that time when I had felt a very very small bump and just thought it is just my another thought like every my friends,doctors,parents tells me and even I thought what can go wrong there.I still can't believe being old enough,I had reached stage2b to understand that the discomforts in my body was becoz of it.I really wished if I had seen TCAF before.
I'm sure TCAF is a real blessing & relief for many who're young TC survivors and for their caregivers.There are still many out there still have not heard about TC and for the doctors who treat boys and young men so lightly when approach them for some illness or complications.
I'm sure TCAF will make a lot more difference in coming years and most important by saving the life of boys and young men and helping them to lead a quality life both physically and mentally. Since TC if caught earlier is the most curable cancers of all types and wont even require any treatment.

I was diagnosed with TC in Dec 2011 and at the time there was no information anyway here in New Zealand not even on the NZ cancer society website so I had nowhere to turn that was until I found TCAF when surfing for info. The foundation has and is an enormous help to me just to be able to read and share my own and other peoples experiences is of great comfort. I would have been at a loss without it and I do my best to spread the word. Thank you so much for all the amazing work you do

I am so grateful that this organization increases awareness of male cancers. Young men need to be encouraged and to be supported. You are not alone

My son was diagnosed with Testicular cancer in April 2014. As a mother I was scared didn't know what to expect, the survival rate or anything about it. Then I found the facebook page of Testicular Awareness Foundation and reading the story's sad and happy on the site and all the other info. the site had to offer. It helped our family understand Testicular Cancer and what to expect through treatment so thankful for this site. I share so much on my page from this site to my friends and family so they can be aware of Testicular Cancer because before my son was diagnosed I never heard of it. Feel very blessed that Testicular Awareness Foundation is out there for all of us to be able to share the information to everyone because early diagnoses is very important. Thank you

TCAF is an amazing organization run by an amazing person who had dedicated so much time to this cause. I found TCAF the day after my son passed away from TC, I wish I had found it earlier. However the compassion and caring shown by the founder was beyond words. Since that day I have been a supporter and now serve as a volunteer coodinating educators around the country for TCAF to help spread awareness

My son is a testicular cancer survivor and unfortunately we did not find this website when he was in treatment but luckily found it during his recovery. Every chance I have, I share the posts if this foundation on my Facebook page and to my sons Facebook survivor page. Men don't want to talk about this cancer, especially young men, but if they can read these "awareness" posts and information then we are increasing their knowledge along with early detection which is key to survival. Thank you to the founders of this non-profit, you are saving countless lives.

The founder of this organization has shared her story (and others) to help others get through their own struggles. Her personal struggle gives others hope, and gives the organization a heart and soul. Those helped by TCAF find comfort in knowing they are not alone in their fight. Further, through persistence and hard work the organization has helped raise awareness and touched the lives of countless families. It is truly a great organization.

TCAF is a foundation created by someone with a desire to find answers for for her own personal experiences with testicular cancer in order to help others. TCAF provides support and assistance for victims of testicular cancer and their families not only servive, but thrive in their years after recovery or maintain their abilities, funtion and comfort through the things they cannot change. I'm proud to say that the founder and CEO of TCAF is my Aunt Kim. God has blessed her with a soft heart, a strong soal, and a determined mind that has contributed to the servival of my cousin who was diagnosed with testicular cancer. May God Bless her and her journey to help so many others in need who are fighting a battle against this life threatening disease.

I have four boys when my 2nd at age 21 was diagnosed with Testicular Cancer. He foundnumbers of TCAF and he asked me to check out their web page, and in doing so I came in contact with wonderful people all over the world. Ireland, Africa and all across America. All sending e-mails expressed their thoughts and prayers. Because of TCAF we have learned the importance of early detection and monthly self testicular exams. My son was luck he found his cancer on accident. Because of this I stand behind TCAF and my son and I have become a volunteer educators. We have spoke to countless numbers of young men and their parents and loved ones many of which had no clue about testicular cancer. Now my son's and I are all on a schedule of monthly self testicular exams. And I am teaching awareness every opportunity I get. Testicular Cancer impacted my an my family's life.
TESTICULAR CANCER AWARENESS FOUNDATION is saving and touching the lifes of countless young men.

This is an organization founded by the mother of a survivor. Initially, this founder spent countless hours on the phone with survivors and their family. And look at it now! Known around the world! Amazing board members, a support staff that is unparalleled, hundreds (thousands?) of survivors and family members supported and helped, and many thousands of dollars raised. The biggest impact? - bringing AWARENESS of this dreadful disease that is curable. Here's to TCAF - hat's off!

My son was diagnosed with testicular cancer at age 20.
Early detection saved his life. This organization does a great job
Getting the word out about how important that is.

This is a wonderful foundation! I have 4 boys and would have never learned about testicular cancer with out this foundation! Thank you TCAF

I love this organization! Karen's book is amazing, and I so appreciate having her brochures when I am educating young men about testicular cancer. Having lost our son to it at the age of 20, I am doing all I can to prevent any more needless deaths from this curable cancer. Thanks, TCAF!!

Everyone that I have spoken to whether by social media,e-mails or on the phone are amazing! They give information, offer suggestions and are there just to lend an ear to listen, and they stay in touch to find out about ongoing treatments and all other related info. I am so happy to have their team on our side as we continue to battle this horrible disease with my wonderful son. A TRULY amazing bunch of people!!

I found this foundation through a friend of a friend. I was at a cross roads in my treatment. I ended up taking the advice of Kim Jones and found myself traveling to Seattle to see Dr Nichols the day after. Without the advice of Kim I couldn't say with confidence that I would be alive today to write this review. Further down the road of my treatment I was feeling the squeeze of the financial burdens of fighting cancer. TCAF was able to support me with a payment of rent for a month.

I was introduced to TCAF during my battle with testicular cancer in the fall of 2012. A immediately noticed that the community that surrounds this organization was one of strength, understanding, courage, and love. In the fall of 2013 I was introduced to Kim Jones and began my volunteer work helping out with social media, the company blog, and reaching out to patients and families that contact us on social media.

The last few months have brought me great joy as we share in the momentous occasions of new survivors. We have stood strong with families that have lost loved ones and provided our support, prayers, and open arms to those who are newly diagnosed.

I have been able to use my own experience to connect with others in a way that I never would have if it wasn't for the great work TCAF does. I am proud and honored to be a small part of the team!

TCAF was and is a God send to me and my family. Diagnosed with TC we were left with many unsure decisions that really did mean life and death. What the TCAF did for me and my family was so selfless in every aspect. We were given not one but two grants that helped us survive financially with the already financial burden we were facing and the uncertainty of life. Kim and the TCAF also got us in touch with one of the most renowned TC doctors in the country if not the world, which he took over my care. Because of the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation I am here today as a survivor!!! Thank you... words cannot express....

This organization helps many families get through the TC fight. They provide helpful knowledge, so families can make a educational decision. They give a ton of support to people who have lost loved ones to the fight as well. Awesome Organization!!!!