American Cancer Society

Who We Are

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.

What We Do

As your American Cancer Society, we are here to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. Our vision is a world free of cancer, and we are here to help you. We Help You Stay Well We Help You Get Well We Work to Find Cures We Provide Programs and Services We Host Fundraising Events We Help Pass Laws to Defeat Cancer