FUNDACION ELLEN RIEGNER DE CASAS

We are a nonprofit organization under Colombia’s Special Tax Regime, dedicated since 2003 to supporting men, women, children, adolescents, and elderly individuals from low-income backgrounds who are navigating the journey of cancer across the country.

Our work focuses on covering out-of-pocket expenses related to cancer treatment that are not included in the national health insurance system. By doing so, we aim to prevent treatment abandonment and significantly increase the chances of survival, adding meaningful and quality time to each person’s path.

We understand how challenging it is to embark on the journey of cancer, and we provide emotional and practical support to the most vulnerable patients. We believe that no one should walk this path alone—and together, we can face each step with dignity, empathy, and hope.

We believe in mutual support as a fundamental expression of our shared humanity. We value the dignity of every person as the guiding principle of our work. We act with honesty and transparency in all our relationships—with patients, families, caregivers, partners, and donors. We are convinced that all people with cancer deserve equal opportunities to access quality healthcare, without discrimination or exclusion. We believe that every person with cancer should receive sensitive and competent care that truly understands their needs.