Launched in 1995, MAKNA's mission is to mobilise resources to provide curative, preventive, research and support services to cancer patients and their families, high-risk groups, and the general public, in Malaysia and the world. They dedicate their efforts and resources to reduce the burden of cancer in Malaysia, with a holistic approach encompassing;
- Financial Support
- Physical Support
- Emotional Support
- Educational Support
The president and founder, Dato' Mohd Farid Ariffin who started MAKNA after losing his son to cancer, has a vision; to pool and utilise all efforts, expertise, and finance of all sectors of society to fight cancer and reduce related pain, morbidity and the suffering that cancer patients undergo.
For over 25 years, MAKNA strives towards creating a meaningful impact to the society, helping the poorest of the poor and reaching the furthest of the far. They dedicate themselves into helping as many people as possible, regardless of their background, creed, colour or race. As of today, they have helped 71,247 cancer cases.
MAKNA is the go-to Non-profit Organization for Government Hospitals to recommend their B40 cancer cases. Once again, on behalf of the beneficiaries, we express our thanks to all the donors for your kindness and generosity.