Empowering Equity: Tigerlily Foundation’s Fight Against Breast Cancer Disparities
Tigerlily Foundation is committed to advancing public policy to further our mission to educate, advocate for, empower, and support young women before, during, and after cancer. We are striving to make our vision of ending disparities of age, stage, and color in our lifetime a reality through:
We Can HEAL Together:
Legislation & Issues
State Prescription Drug Affordability Boards
Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Patient Impacts
Policy History
& Impact
Advocacy Tools
and Training
Policy
Events
Tigerlily Foundation has decades of history in the policy landscape. Our goal has always been to advocate for impact by driving policy making to create equity for patients. Patient advocacy leadership has always been key—here within Tigerlily and in guiding public policy. We water the seeds of inspiration and innovation, and working with advocates, advocacy organizations and stakeholders, have created policies and legislation that have changed the lives of millions of people. We are excited to culminate these years of momentum into our Health Equity Advocacy and Leadership (HEAL) Policy Center for Excellence (COE).
Through Tigerlily’s HEAL Policy COE, we work to educate, empower, and lift patient voices to ensure they are amplified, in order to achieve health equity and end disparities. The HEAL Policy COE will focus on systemic changes through policy at the local, state, and federal level to:
- End barriers to accessing and receiving quality, equitable care for all,
- Lead innovation through patient-leadership, and
- Achieve health equity and eliminate disparities in breast cancer.
Through the HEAL Policy COE, we seek to influence policy for these purposes through bi-directional learning, programs, and training to cultivate a center to exchange ideas, activate voices and create lasting change.
To learn more, email HEAL@tigerlilyfoundation.org
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(opens in a new tab)Tigerlily Foundation’s mission is to educate, advocate for, empower and support young women before, during and after cancer.
Tigerlily Foundation is proud to honor Dr. Vanessa B. Sheppard with the Lori L. Wilson Trailblazer Award at our 20th Anniversary EmPOWER Ball. Throughout her career, Dr. Sheppard has worked at the intersection of cancer prevention, health disparities, community-engaged research, and academic leadership, helping strengthen the systems and institutions that shape health outcomes. Now serving as Dean of the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health at Florida A&M University, her career includes more than $30 million in competitive research funding and over 150 peer-reviewed publications, alongside extensive work in mentorship, community engagement, and expanding participation in clinical research. FAMU News The Lori L. Wilson Trailblazer Award celebrates a pioneering leader whose groundbreaking contributions have opened new pathways toward health equity, dismantled systemic barriers, and expanded access to compassionate, inclusive care. Dr. Sheppard’s commitment to advancing cancer research, health equity, and opportunities for the next generation of healthcare leaders reflects the spirit of this recognition. We look forward to celebrating Dr. Sheppard’s leadership and impact as we commemorate 20 years of Tigerlily Foundation. empowerball.tigerlilyfoundation.org/#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #empowerball #tigerlilyturns20
✨ One Saturday. Two Incredible Events. 20 Years of Impact! 💜The excitement is building! This Saturday, October 24, Tigerlily Foundation is bringing together powerful voices, inspiring leaders, and our incredible community for a day of advocacy, empowerment, and celebration in Washington, DC!🔬 4th Annual BEACON SymposiumJoin us for impactful conversations on health equity, clinical trials, and advancing patient-centered cancer care.⏰ 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM ET🔗 beacon.tigerlilyfoundation.org/🥂 20th Anniversary EmPOWER BallThen, we celebrate 20 remarkable years of advocacy, impact, and the changemakers who have helped shape Tigerlily's journey!🔗 empowerball.tigerlilyfoundation.org/📍 Grand Hyatt Washington, DCFrom meaningful conversations to an unforgettable celebration, this Saturday is all about honoring our journey and inspiring what's next! 💗We can't wait to celebr#BreastCancerAwarenessMonthr#dceventsMonth #dcevents
✨ Your moment to pause, connect, and embrace your bliss is here! 💗Join us for Bliss Collective: Brunch & Sip in Culver City, LA! Come experience an afternoon of wellness, sisterhood, and empowering conversations. Limited spots are available, so reserve your seat today!📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026⏰ 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM📍 The Shay, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel | The Ivy Ballroom, Culver City, CAHosted by Tigerlily Foundation in partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb, this special gathering brings together self-care, meaningful connections, and important conversations about women's health, mental wellness, clinical trials, and access to quality healthcare.Through inspiring patient stories and expert insights, discover the power of knowledge, representation, and advocating for your health.Whether you're a patient, survivor, caregiver, healthcare professional, or passionate about women's wellness, there's a seat for you at our table! 💕Dress your brunch best and get ready to feel empowered, because advocacy looks good on you!🎟️ Register now: www.eventbrite.com/e/1999618620121?aff=oddtdtcreator#tlfblissbrunch #brunchandsip #tigerlilyfoundation #womenshealth #SelfCare #PatientAdvocacy #clinicaltrials #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
Tigerlily Foundation is proud to honor Lashelle Scott, with the Inspire Award at our 20th Anniversary EmPOWER Ball!🎉As a breast cancer survivor and passionate Tigerlily ANGEL Advocate, Lashelle has transformed her lived experience into a powerful force for advocacy, mentorship, and change. From recruiting and supporting fellow advocates to helping advance breast cancer policy in Texas, she continues to use her voice to empower patients and ensure their experiences are represented in the conversations and decisions that shape cancer care. LBBC The Inspire Award honors a visionary leader whose passion, influence, and example motivate others to advance health equity, champion inclusion, and create meaningful change in the lives of patients and communities. Lashelle embodies that spirit through her commitment to turning experience into action and inspiring others to recognize the power of their own voices. We are honored to celebrate one of our own ANGEL Advocates and the impact she continues to make as we commemorate 20 years of Tigerlily Foundation.❤️empowerball.tigerlilyfoundation.org/#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #tigerlilyturns20 #breastcancer