MSK’s Community Outreach Programs
MSK is Committed to Our Communities
MSK is ending cancer for life through research, care, and education. This commitment includes our local community outreach programs in New York City, New Jersey, Westchester, and Long Island. We share resources with our neighbors and community partners and collaborate with other health systems to eliminate disparities in cancer care.
Advancing Health Equity
MSK is working to address health disparities and improve cancer care outcomes for all.
Learn about Memorial Sloan Kettering's programs in clinical care, research, and training designed to addresses disparities in cancer care.
We offer case management services for immigrants with cancer at hospitals in New York City, and conduct research to identify and alleviate the most significant barriers to obtaining cancer treatment.
MSK’s FOOD Program operates food pantries across NYC and Long Island to provide nutritious meals to cancer patients as they undergo cancer treatment.
The AcT program proactively addresses patient portalprogram proactively addresses patient portal, telehealth, and other telemedicine barriers for vulnerable breast cancer and other patients, in their own language.
If you are worried about paying for cancer treatment, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) may be able to help.
Learn how the MSK Ralph Lauren Center brings high-quality cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment to residents of Harlem and surrounding communities.
Engaging Our Neighbors
Our community-based programs provide resources, education, referrals, and opportunities.
We provide mobile health and education outreach services to underserved communities in the greater New York City area.
Our City College of New York/Memorial Sloan Kettering partnership is aimed at understanding cancer treatment disparities and their impact on minority and socioeconomically disadvantaged populations.
The Taxi Network addresses health disparities among the immigrant taxi-driving community in New York City.
Search our virtual library of educational resources and health information, including written resources, videos, and online programs.
Explore the exciting summer programs open to high school and college students at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Community News
Learn how MSK is making an impact in the New York and New Jersey communities we serve.
On World Cancer Day, MSK Launches Public-Service Announcement ‘Late,’ Emphasizing the Urgency and Power of Routine Cancer Screenings
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and MediSys Health Network today announced a new collaboration that will expand access to world-class cancer care for the people of Queens and eastern Brooklyn.
To ensure greater access to cancer care for all New Yorkers and patients who come from around the globe, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center plans to build a new cancer care Pavilion on its main campus on the Upper East Side.
Learn how MSK helps people facing cancer in every way they need, and understands the importance of speaking to patients in the language that provides them peace of mind.
Campaign — inspired by Matthew Heineman’s new documentary, ‘American Symphony,’ featuring Jon Batiste and Suleika Jaouad — aims to bridge the blood stem cell and marrow donor gap and give hope to patients in need.
Learn how Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center nurse Margaret Bediones improves the health of underserved communities at the MSK Ralph Lauren Center in Harlem through community outreach focused on cancer prevention and screening.
Get Involved
Stay up to date on MSK’s community initiatives, local events, and volunteer opportunities.
- Read our 2022-2024 Community Service Plan
- Check out Upcoming Events
- Apply to our Supplier Diversity Portal
- Explore Volunteering opportunities to benefit our cancer patients & their families
- Learn about our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
- Email us at [email protected]