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American Cancer Society

Cause Area

  • Advocacy & Human Rights
  • Community
  • Health & Medicine

Location

270 Peachtree St NWSuite 1300Atlanta, GA 30303 United States

Organization Information

Mission Statement

At the American Cancer Society our mission is to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. Our goal is to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

Description

The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. For more than 100 years, ACS has been leading the fight against cancer through groundbreaking research, patient support, advocacy, and education.

With a presence in communities across the country, ACS provides:
Funding for lifesaving research to discover new treatments and cures
Support services for patients and caregivers, including lodging, transportation, and 24/7 helplines
Prevention and early detection programs to promote healthier lifestyles and screenings
Advocacy efforts to influence public policy and expand access to care

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by Brian D. (December 18, 2024)
This is a great way to volunteer. You can volunteer any time that works for your schedule. Its super flexible and easy. I met an awesome woman during my first time giving a ride. It is very fulfilling, and the people are so grateful and nice.

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