To share our urgent message, Melanoma Kills, Inc. has undertaken several initiatives.

Billboards

Check Your Skin for Melanoma Billboard
Melanoma Awareness Billboard 2024

Billboards feature our message in 5 states with over 50 million visuals.

Ambassadors

Millions are being reached worldwide by committed friends and family members who use social media to share messages and drive awareness of melanoma and other skin cancers.

Educational Material

Melanoma Education Material

The pictures show items currently being used at educational & health conferences, schools, libraries, bookstores, professional businesses, medical & dental offices, salons, sports clubs, book clubs, social clubs, childcare centers and churches.

Events

Melanoma Awareness Events

Events such as the Melanoma Kills Golf Open, Church and School presentations, and the regional Hope Fest highlight Melanoma Awareness.

Donations for Cancer Research

Donation for Cancer Research

“Friends of Krista” gifted financial support to major medical centers for the early detection and prevention of Melanoma:

  • $2,500,000 to Oregon Health and Science University
  • $1,000,000 to project initiated at Arizona State University
  • $50,000 to University of Michigan Melanoma research
  • $2,000 to Mayo Clinic

The Foundation gratefully thanks all donors and “Friends of Krista” who continue to contribute time, talents, and financial support to achieve our mission in the Spirit of Krista.