Our Mission

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. More than 90% of all skin cancers are the result of exposure to ultraviolet radiation, which comes from tanning beds and sunlamps, but mostly from the sun. Especially in areas with warm climates, or higher elevations, there is more UV radiation. Sunscreen is one of the best ways to combat the chances of skin cancer, as it blocks most of the sun’s harmful UV waves. But many people are not educated about the usage of sunscreen, and many others are not fortunate enough to be able to buy sunscreen.

Our project, ABCsunscreen, will seek to solve these problems. We plan to donate large quantities of sunscreen to people who need it greatly and are at high risk of skin cancers. Also, we will educate preschoolers and children in primary school about the importance of sunscreen, improving the awareness of skin cancer, and usage of sunscreen.