American Cancer Society


We chose the American Cancer Society as our charity because the tragedy of cancer has in some way touched us all, and we all believe that with time, technology and hope all cancer will be curable.
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy and service.

The Society is headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., with state Divisions and more than 3,400 local Units. The Society is the largest source of private, nonprofit cancer research funds in the United States.
The Society’s prevention programs focus on tobacco control, sun protection, diet and nutrition, comprehensive school health education, early detection, and treatment. A variety of service and rehabilitation programs are available to patients and their families.

Through its advocacy program, the Society educates policy makers about cancer and how it affects the individuals and families they represent.

For more information contact the American Cancer Society at 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.

— From www.cancer.org