Maria’s Story Maria is every cancer patient in Rural Baja. Everyone has to travel for cancer diagnostics, treatments and follow up. Most basic cancer care is available in La Paz but many patients travel to Tijuana or the mainland for specialty care. The majority of children and patients with complex cancer have to travel to…
Introducing Baja Cancer Outreach A New Name, A Broader Mission, A Rising Vision We are proud to introduce Baja Cancer Outreach (BCO) — a new California nonprofit born from a deep commitment to improving cancer outcomes in Loreto and the surrounding areas. Formerly known as Amigas de Onco Loreto, we’ve changed our name to better…
Our vision is to improve overall health and reduce preventable cancer deaths in rural Baja by working within the constraints of local culture and healthcare systems. We aim to provide a safety net for organizations and individuals with extremely limited resources to access healthcare. By engaging all stakeholders, we strive to enhance access to healthcare—particularly cancer care—through support for prevention, early detection, and screening education for individuals, families, and communities. We also seek to inspire change makers by empowering individuals, educators, employers, healthcare students, and organizations through education and grant opportunities.
We are dedicated to transforming the future of cancer care in rural Baja Mexico by empowering local heroes—individuals and organizations—who offer financial lifelines to patients in need and deliver life-changing health education. Through compassion, community, and knowledge, we strive to ensure that no one faces cancer alone and that every person has the opportunity to live a healthier, hope-filled life.
Baja Cancer Outreach is 501c3 organization.
We envision a future where resources can be shifted from critical cancer care to prevention, screening and health education.
We would love to hear your ideas about projects we can support that align with our mission. We need help from volunteers and partner organizations. Please reach out to us with fundraising ideas, sponsorship requests more information about volunteer opportunities. We welcome donations of time, services, ingenuity and of course dollars or pesos.
Contact Tracey Delaplain at Tracey@BajaCancerOutreach.org
“As the founder of Baja Cancer Outreach, I believe that through awareness and compassion, we can transform the cancer journey for individuals and families in rural Baja. By supporting trusted Mexican programs, we can improve prevention efforts, ensure access to life-saving screenings, and invest in healthcare education and wellness. Our mission is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves access to quality care. Together, we can give hope, extend lives, and uplift communities.“
Hope Rises
— CEO and Founder, Tracey Delaplain, MD
