Detroit Discovery Ball honorary co-chairs, Mary Shafer, Community Liaison; Tom Shafer, Huntington; Karen Cullen, Community Liaison; and Matt Cullen, JACK Entertainment speak at the 2021 event held at Eastern Market.
While most people know us for our research, we do so much more. We promote healthy lifestyles to help you prevent cancer. We research cancer and its causes to find more answers and better treatments. We fight for lifesaving policy changes. We provide everything from emotional support to the latest cancer information for those who have been touched by cancer. And we do it all 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The American Cancer Society exists because the burden of cancer is unacceptably high. We are the only organization that integrates advocacy, discovery and direct patient support to measurably improve the lives of cancer patients and their families. Cancer affects everyone, but it doesn’t affect everyone equally. We are working to ensure everyone has a fair and just opportunity to prevent, detect, treat and survive cancer.
The ACS Impact in 2021:
National:
Michigan:
We couldn’t do what we do without our volunteers and donors. Together, we’re making a difference – and you can, too. Become a volunteer, make a tax-deductible donation, or participate in a fundraising event to help us save lives.
One of the easiest ways to make an impact is to get involved with one of the following local initiatives:
Or donate now at www.cancer.org/donate.
Or find more volunteer opportunities at www.cancer.org/volunteer.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Detroit, held at Hart Plaza each year, brings together more than 10,000 people in the fight against breast cancer. The event brings together corporate supporters, survivors, friends and family members, to raise funds supporting patient services, research and advocacy to end breast cancer.
American Cancer Society fundraising campaigns and events provide corporations, individuals, and communities the opportunity to support our mission to save lives and improve access to quality health care for all. From unique events like galas and premiere golf outings, to community-based events to network fundraising, the American Cancer Society offers an opportunity to make a difference every day in the lives of people touched by cancer.
“From helping people who need treatment to helping raise critical funds for research, you are making a difference and bringing heart and hope to the fight against cancer.”
—Tom Pursel, Merrill Private Wealth Management
Chad Creekmore (left) and Tom Pursel
Chad Creekmore, Senior Executive Director Michigan
Tom Pursel, Board Chair, Merrill Private Wealth Management
Susan Venen-Bock, Board Vice-Chair, Owner SvB Consulting
Dr. Jessica Bensenhaver, Henry Ford Health System
Benjamin Bohannon, General Motors
R.J. Corning
Ian Hogan, Comerica Bank
Jay Kalisky, Robinson, Pietras, Kalisky & Company, P.C.
Ken Lingenfelter, Lingenfelter Performance Engineering
Randall Melton, Kroger Michigan Division
Cheri Morrison, Retired General Motors
Davang Shah, Google
Kathy Brennan, Summit Detroit Solutions
Dr. Elizabeth Heath, Karmanos Cancer Institute
Jeffrey Sheehan, Johnstone Supply, Inc.
Employees: 29
Total 2021 revenue: $ 6.5 million
Founded: 1913
American Cancer Society, Inc., PO Box 10069, Detroit, MI 48210
248-663-3400
cancer.org
1. Help us build a cancer-free future with a donation
2. Find volunteer opportunities
3. Fundraise for ACS in your community
Contact: Jennifer Beamer, [email protected]
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