Cancer Council Tasmania is a not for profit organisation that works to minimise the incidence and impact of cancer on all Tasmanians. On average, eight Tasmanians are diagnosed with cancer each day – making our work in Tasmania vital to the health of the community. Our Mission To reduce the incidence and impact of cancer in Tasmania, Cancer Council Tasmania: Provides high quality support services for people affected by cancer; Invests in cancer prevention programs to educate the community about lifestyle factors that can decrease the risk of cancer; Funds local cancer-related research projects, contributing more than $200,000 in the 2012 financial year; and Provides a respected voice for the needs of people affected by cancer.Our work could not be achieved without the generosity of the Tasmanian community and the support of our dedicated volunteers. Our fundraising activities underpin our support services, prevention programs and cancer research funding.