ACS CAN, the nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society, is the nations leading cancer fighting organization.

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Thanks to @Rep_McBride for meeting with @ACSCAN advocates from Delaware! We had a great discussion about increasing research funding in FY27 and supporting the Clinical Trial Modernization Act. #CancerLobbyDay @ACSCANDE.
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Congratulations Delaware team for passing biomarker legislation! #CancerLobbyDay
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Over the past 25 years, we’ve mobilized hundreds of thousands of cancer advocates across every state and congressional district. See the impact of millions of grassroots advocacy engagements on elevating patient voices, reducing disparities, and saving lives. #CancerLobbyDay
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If you’re at #CancerLobbyDay, come check out Affinity Row and meet our amazing volunteer affinity groups ❤️ Learn about how they elevate diverse voices in the fight against cancer, complete a scavenger hunt, grab some swag, and enjoy refreshments!
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Our National Advocacy Leadership Awards Ceremony is happening now at #CancerLobbyDay! Make sure to check back tomorrow morning to see the winners and celebrate their accomplishments 🙌
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🏅Ambassador Constituent Team Lead of the Year: Clara Cirks Her leadership, courage and commitment shine as she consistently uses her voice to advocate for cancer patients and their families with @ACSCANIowa, all while living with stage IV lung cancer herself. #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅@AmericanCancer Society Partner of the Year: Marisha Artero-Perez Her incredible support of the Guam HPV vaccination campaign helped pass legislation that requires HPV vaccination for school attendance! #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅Ambassador Constituent Team Lead of the Year: Dani Hornstein Since 2024, she has gotten her member of Congress to cosponsor multiple pieces of legislation, worked to secure cancer screening funding & helped @ACSCAN_Florida exceed its #LightsOfHope goal! #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅Field Grassroots Professional of the Year: Latoschka Nether She built an exceptional volunteer team full of leaders who have worked to advance public policy priorities for @ACSCANNevada that improve the lives of cancer patients and their families. #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅Field Government Relations Professional of the Year: Sara Sahli She exemplifies relationship-building, strategic coalition-building, strong communication & teamwork in her role as a lobbyist for @ACSCANWI, securing many legislative wins for the state. #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅Ambassador Constituent Team Lead of the Year: Darlene Smith She has helped @ACSCANTN build phenomenal relationships with members of Congress and, through her story, convinced them to support cancer patients and their families. #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅Ambassador Constituent Team Lead of the Year: Natalia Livingston Her tireless work ethic and boundless enthusiasm has helped her become a champion advocate, valuable volunteer recruiter and incredible fundraiser for @ACSCANnm. #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅Young Leader of the Year: Vivek Rao His @ACSCANGA team has immensely benefited from his leadership as an Ambassador Constituent Team (ACT) Lead. They feel he represents the future of advocacy! #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅National Professional of the Year: Greta Johnson Her recent work leading #CancerVotes has been a shining example of her unwavering commitment to ACS CAN’s mission over the last 20 years. #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅State Lead Ambassador (SLA) of the Year: Kim Lindgren Kim leads her @ACSCANKY team by example and brings both heart and strategy to her role. Not to mention, she’s a Hall of Fame fundraiser! #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅State Team of the Year: Team @ACSCANWisconsin Team Wisconsin’s legislative wins have made a tremendous impact in the fight against cancer. They are a team full of heart and have created a volunteer experience that is entirely special. #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅Dave Woodmansee Award: Cathy Peters Her work on state and local campaigns has helped increase access to care for millions of people. We’re grateful for her continued dedication to cancer advocacy. #CancerLobbyDay
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🏅Volunteer Award for Excellence in Advocacy: Kathy Ottele Kathy has dedicated many years of service to @ACS_CAN_WA. A seven-time skin cancer survivor, she is a fierce advocate for cancer research and access to care. #CancerLobbyDay
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Our emcees just kicked off #CancerLobbyDay: Great to see Bonita Sherman, @ACSCANVA Ambassador Constituent Lead & Black Volunteer Caucus Co-Chair, and Corey Seaman, @ACSCANOK State Lead Ambassador & member of LGBTQIA+ & Allies Engagement Group! Thank you for bringing the energy⭐️
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“Every accomplishment started with someone like you,” says ACS CAN Board Chair John Manna. “Someone who raised their hand and got involved in the mission. You took action time and time again. You’ve elevated cancer as a public policy priority.” #CancerLobbyDay
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