DONATED TO BREAST CANCER RESEARCH SINCE 1996!

OUR MISSION

The RITA (Research Is The Answer) Foundation, Inc. is a Jacksonville based volunteer non profit organization. Our mission is to raise awareness and money to help in the fight against all cancers, with emphasis on breast cancer. These may include clinical research, basic research, education, awareness, and patient related breast cancer programs. We will generate revenue through special fund raising events; donate all net proceeds as unrestricted grants; operate with no salary expense or overhead expenses. All funds will be donated to 501(c)(3) programs in the greater Jacksonville, Florida area.

OUR EVENTS

Jan 25, 2025

March 7-9, 2025

May 31-June 1, 2025

Oct 10-12, 2025

Mixed RITA presents check

Mixed RITA presents check

We are excited to share the latest news from the Mayo Clinic! Thanks to the generous donation from the MixedRITA tennis tournament, we were able to present a check and support the groundbreaking cancer compound developed by Dr. Al Copland. This compound will be...

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Named Outstanding Foundation

Named Outstanding Foundation

The RITA Foundation is proud to announce that it has been recognized as the Outstanding Foundation by the local chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals. This prestigious honor highlights our commitment and dedication to making a positive impact in our...

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USTA Florida Section President’s Award

USTA Florida Section President’s Award

The RITA Foundation was awarded the Edward A. Turville President’s Award at the November 12th, 2022 USTA Florida Annual. This was a weekend of celebration, inspiration and motivation to keep leading the game of tennis in Florida. "The foundation first began as a...

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