Alene Mestjian
Executive Director
Alene Mestjian+1‑559-490-6934
Welcome to your community!
Blood Cancer United is here for you! Explore educational programs, find local support groups, access online resources, sign up for fundraising events near you, get regional updates, and more.
Connect with us to donate online or by mail, send a parcel, or reach us by phone.
Upcoming regional events
Find support groups, share experiences, and get involved--right where you are.
Jun
3
All Blood Cancer Support Group - Roseville
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Online Event
The group will address specific issues related to a blood cancer diagnosis and will provide an opportunity for attendees to discuss concerns, anxietie…
Jun
3
All Blood Cancer Support Group - Sacramento
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Online Event
The group will address specific issues related to a blood cancer diagnosis and will provide an opportunity for attendees to discuss concerns, anxietie…
Jun
8
Myeloma Mondays Support Group - Fresno Area
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Online Event
The group will address specific issues related to a blood cancer diagnosis and will provide an opportunity for attendees to discuss concerns, anxietie…
Local updates
Learn more about the inspiring blood cancer scientists we support—and leading biotech companies we partner with— who are working to find cures and help blood cancer patients live longer, better lives.
May 22, 2026
May 20, 2026
Regional staff
+1‑559-490-6934
Linda Yao-Chin
Patient & Community Outreach Senior Manager
Linda Yao-Chin+1‑559-490-6939
April Munn
Advancement Director
April Munn+1‑559-490-6949
Barbara DeMita
Campaign Development Director
Student Visionaries of the Year
Barbara DeMita+1‑661-520-9043
Jordan Teixeira
Campaign Development Manager
Jordan Teixeira+1‑559-490-6935
Elysia Sheldon
Campaign Development Manager
Elysia Sheldon+1‑916-246-3321
Amy Pine
Campaign Development Specialist
Amy Pine+1‑916-246-3323
Tyler Graham
Campaign Development Manager
Tyler Graham+1‑559-490-6951
Amanda Ballesteros
Campaign Development Specialist
Amanda Ballesteros+1‑559-490-6948
Rebekah Castle
Campaign Development Specialist
Rebekah Castle+1‑559- 490-6945
Ami Cherry
Campaign Development Manager
Ami Cherry+1‑661-520-9046
Morgan Cornell
Campaign Development Manager
Morgan Cornell+1‑559-490-6947
Anthony Gonzales
Campaign Development Manager
Anthony Gonzales+1‑559-490-6933
Katie Kreiser
Campaign Development Manager
Katie Kreiser+1‑661-520-9044
Tyler Thompson
Campaign Development Manager
Tyler Thompson+1‑916-246-3341
Costas Johnson
Campaign Development Director
Costas Johnson+1‑559-490-6925
Heidi Lea
Campaign Development Manager
Heidi LeaTamar Karkazian
Campaign Development Director
Visionaries of the Year
Tamar KarkazianVolunteer opportunities
Whether you’re a current volunteer looking for new ways to contribute, a first-time volunteer with Blood Cancer United, or a former volunteer looking to come back, we’re happy to help you find the path that’s most meaningful for you.
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Everyone affected by blood cancer—patients, survivors, caregivers, researchers, advocates, fundraisers, everyone—has a story. Share yours.
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About the Central Valley Office
Donate by mail
Send all check or money order donations to:
Blood Cancer United
West
P.O. Box 102488
Pasadena, CA 91189-2488
Convert cash and coin donations to a check/money order before mailing.
Donate online (credit/debit card only)
- On our secure donation page, or
- Through a link to fundraising page sent to you by a participant, or
- Call (888) 557-7177
By telephone
UPS/FedEx Address
7491 N. Remington Avenue 101
Fresno, CA 93711
United States
(559) 435-1482
7491 N. Remington Avenue 101
Fresno, CA 93711
United States
(559) 435-1482
Donation Address
West
P.O. Box 102488
Pasadena, CA 91189-2488
United States
West
P.O. Box 102488
Pasadena, CA 91189-2488
United States