March 31, 2026
About Us
Meet the MRF.
The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) is the largest independent organization devoted to melanoma. Committed to the support of medical research in finding effective treatments and eventually a cure for melanoma, the MRF also educates patients and physicians about prevention, diagnosis and the treatment of melanoma. The MRF is an active advocate for the melanoma community, helping to raise awareness of this disease and the need for a cure. The MRF’s website is the premier source for melanoma information seekers.
Our Mission
To eradicate melanoma by accelerating medical research while educating and advocating for the melanoma community.
Latest MRF News
Blogs |
June 2026
National Cancer Immunotherapy Month: How Mela…
Guest blog post by MRF CEO, Kyleigh LiPira: Every June, National Cancer Immunotherapy Month highlights one of the most important advances in modern cancer care: h…
5 Minute Read
Blogs |
June 2026
Hope on the Horizon: What Patients Should Know …
Every year, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting brings together researchers from around the world to share the newest findings in cancer care. For peop…
10 Minute Read
Blogs
Melanoma With Weeks Left to Live by Katie O. Learn More
Blogs
Jason Sessions Shares his Story ahead of #GetNa… Learn More
Press Release
The Melanoma Research Foundation Launches its … Learn More
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Meet Our Team
The MRF is led by a dedicated staff, Board of Directors and Scientific Advisory Committee united in a common mission: to bring about a world without melanoma.
