Mary Kay Ash Foundation: Creating a Safer, Healthier World for Women

In the U.S. and around the world, Mary Kay remains steadfast in its commitment to ending the cycle of domestic violence and finding cures for cancers affecting women. Through Mary Kay and the Mary Kay Ash Foundation, critical funds are provided in support of cancer research and domestic violence grants, programs and support services, advocacy, and awareness to create a world that is safe and healthy for women and their families. 

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Philanthropy
MK5K® Unites Communities Across the U.S. To Advance Women's Cancer Research and Support Survivors of Domestic Violence
A powerful show of purpose, compassion and community generated significant impact at this year's 22nd Annual MK5K® fundraising event hosted by the Mary Kay Ash Foundation®, as thousands of participants rallied and committed to changing lives.
Philanthropy
30 Years. $100 Million. Countless Lives Changed: Mary Kay Ash Foundation Expands Its Legacy of Impact
The Mary Kay Ash Foundation®, a decades-long advocate of women’s health and safety through women-related cancer research and domestic violence support programs, announced it has awarded over $2.5 million in cancer research and domestic violence shelter grants around the country.
Philanthropy
21 Years of Impact: How the Mary Kay Ash Foundation® Is Powering a National Movement To End Violence Against Women
For more than two decades, the Mary Kay Ash Foundation® has helped shape the national response to violence against women through its 21-year commitment as Presenting Sponsor of the Conference on Crimes Against Women (CCAW).
Inclusion & Opportunity
Mary Kay Ash Foundation® Celebrates 30 Years and Over $100 Million Donated Toward Advancing Women’s Health and Safety
The Mary Kay Ash Foundation®, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which raises and distributes funds to invest in breakthrough cancer research to find cures for cancers affecting women and ending domestic violence against women, marks its 30th anniversary
Health & Healthcare
The Next Revolution in Breast Cancer Research, According to World-Renowned Breast Oncologist, Dr. Joyce O’Shaughnessy
At Baylor Scott & White Health, a groundbreaking initiative is underway aiming to revolutionize early detection and intervention strategies for better breast cancer survivorship and beyond.
Philanthropy
Mary Kay Glam Room at Iconic Cattle Baron’s Ball Keeps Dallas Philanthropists Fresh-Faced and Eager To Raise Funds for Cancer
Last month, Mary Kay kicked up its heels at Dallas’ legendary Cattle Baron’s Ball (CBB) – the world’s largest single-night fundraiser benefiting the American Cancer Society – to provide an unforgettable evening of glam and pampering for attendees supporting a meaningful cause.
Philanthropy
Mary Kay Ash Foundation® Gifts $500,000 Grant To Advance Cancer Research and Early Detection at Baylor Scott & White Health
The Mary Kay Ash Foundation®, a champion of women’s health innovation for nearly three decades, announced a $500,000 grant to Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation to accelerate a pioneering triple-negative breast cancer clinical trial and advance early detection initiatives
Philanthropy
MK5K 2025: Canada Laces Up for a Cause
In its eighth year, the 2025 MK5K brought together hundreds of participants from coast to coast in a powerful show of unity and support for the Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation (MKACF) in Canada.
Philanthropy
Mary Kay Ash Foundation® Awards Nearly $1.3 Million in Grants To Restore Hope for Survivors of Domestic Violence
The Mary Kay Ash Foundation®, an unwavering champion of supporting survivors of domestic violence and advocating for women’s safety, announced it has awarded more than $1 million in cancer domestic violence shelter grants around the country.
Philanthropy
Mary Kay Ash Foundation® Awards Over $1.5 Million in Grants in Fight To Cure Women-Related Cancers
The Mary Kay Ash Foundation®, an unwavering champion of advancing women’s cancer research and advocating for women’s health, announced it has awarded over $1.5 million in cancer research to nonprofits, cancer research institutes, and cancer support programs and services

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