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Who We Are

The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. Our Global Headquarters are located in Atlanta, Georgia, and we have regional and local offices throughout the country to ensure we have a presence in every community. Learn more about who we are, what we do, and our plans for the future by exploring the areas below.

Our Mission

See how, locally and internationally, the American Cancer Society strives to live by a clearly defined set of goals and ideals.

Our Core Values

We use these values as a light to guide our way through our decision making and planning.

Meet Our Executives

Browse biographies and photos of senior American Cancer Society executives.

American Cancer Society Fact Sheet

View a summary of how the American Cancer Society is organized and how we operate.

What We Do

Learn how we save lives every day as we work to create a world free from the pain and suffering from cancer.

Our History

Explore the early days of the American Cancer Society, including how we got started, our first cancer education campaign, and early advances in cancer research.

Financials and Governance

Find out about Board of Directors and how we use our donor dollars to move our mission forward. Download our Annual Report and other financial statements and forms.

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Our online press kit provides basic information for media interested in the latest information about The American Cancer Society, including its history, the latest cancer statistics, and research milestones.

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