Local Events

How can you join the fight to save lives and create a world with more birthdays?

Check out these local events to see how you can help the American Cancer Society FIGHT BACK by getting involved in fun activities in your area; promoting awareness, celebrating survivorship, and raising money for the fight against cancer. With your help we can create a world with more birthdays!

Search for your local events by visiting the Event Search Page on cancer.org.

Coaches vs. Cancer® – cancer.org/coaches Whether you’re a coach or fan, harness your love of basketball into a great cause. Coaches vs. Cancer teams up the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches to win the fight against cancer. Find out how you can help

Daffodil Days® – cancer.org/daffodils To the American Cancer Society, the daffodil symbolizes the hope we all share for a future where cancer no longer threatens those we love. Each spring, the Society offers daffodils in exchange for a contribution. By sending bunches of daffodils to friends, family members, and people touched by cancer, you are sharing a message of hope and raising funds and awareness to help defeat cancer.

DetermiNationTMcancer.org/determination Training for a marathon, triathlon, cycling, or other endurance event is a huge commitment. Make it mean more by joining the American Cancer Society DetermiNation endurance event program and dedicating your training and race participation to fighting all types of cancer. With every step you take and every mile you conquer, you’ll help save lives and create a world with less cancer and more birthdays.

Galas – cancer.org/gala Communities across the country offer a variety of balls, galas, and theme parties benefiting the lifesaving work of the American Cancer Society.

Golf Tournaments – cancer.org/golf A beautiful golf course, the crisp knock of the club against a ball, and your desire to make a difference … it all comes together in the American Cancer Society’s golf tournaments.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer® – cancer.org/makingstrides Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is our premier breast cancer event, raising both dollars and awareness to fight the disease. Walks are held nationwide each year to celebrate people who have battled breast cancer, educate people about ways to reduce their risk, and empower communities to join the fight.

Relay For Life® – cancer.org/relay Join friends and family to celebrate those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. Get involved by joining or creating a team, helping fundraise in your community, or donating to Relay event participants.

Team ACS (Your personal fundraiser) – cancer.org/teamacs Having a dance-a-thon at your school? Biking in a race this fall? Whatever the event, turn your effort into an opportunity to raise money for the fight against cancer!

Search for your local events by visiting the Event Search Page on cancer.org.