Our impact
Every connection can change a journey.
Since 1998, STAARS has been vocal and visible in the fight against breast cancer in Memphis, committed to increasing breast health literacy and reducing health disparities.
By the numbers
Survivors supporting survivors.
Bracketed figures to be confirmed by STAARS before publishing.
Milestones
Recognized for enduring work.
STAARS quickly became the largest breast cancer support group in the MidSouth.
A real photo of the 2008 HOPE Award or a STAARS group photo.
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- 1998
STAARS is founded
The first breast cancer support group in Memphis founded by survivors.
- 2005
Komen community grant
The Memphis MidSouth Affiliate of Susan G. Komen funds the STAAR Witness Program for underserved women, renewed each year until the affiliate closed its Memphis office.
- 2008
HOPE Award
The Intercultural Cancer Council's Helping Other People Endure (HOPE) Award.
- 2014
Own 501(c)(3)
Under the JAID (Jennie and Isiah Davis) Foundation.
- 2016
Tiara's TearDrop honors STAARS
More than $1,700 donated to the cause.
- 2026
Voice to Our Victory
A year-long story series with JustMyMemphis.
The STAAR Witness Program
Reaching women who were easy to miss.
Funded by Komen community grants, the program served African American, uninsured, underinsured and medically underserved women with:
Breast health education
Information about breast health and early detection.
Financial help
Bras, wigs, compression garments, co-pays, transportation and more.
Support meetings
Help to keep monthly support group meetings going.
The STAAR line
24-hour access to breast cancer survivors.
Help write the next chapter.
Your support keeps the line answered, the circles full and the help flowing.