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Catherine Franke and Sydni Fraizer

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American Cancer Society

A.C.S.
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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY IS A LOCAL,STATE, AND GLOBAL ORGANIZATION

  • American Cancer Society partners with oncology and cancer treatment centers
  • Las Vegas is a home to two American Cancer Society Organizations:
  • Patient Navigator -Sunrise Medical System; Sunrise Hospital.
  • American Cancer Society is located on 6165 S Rainbow Blvd .
  • A.C.S. (American Cancer Society) has a coporate office in Atlanta, Georgia
"The Society’s structure includes a central corporate office in Atlanta, Georgia, as well as regional and local offices supporting 11 geographic Divisions, ensuring that we have a presence in every community." (http://www.cancer.org)

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"American Cancer Society Inc New England Division Inc (05-0271570)
American Cancer Society Inc National Home Office (13-1788491)
American Cancer Society Foundation Inc (13-3615529)
American Cancer Society Inc Eastern Division Inc (16-0743902)
American Cancer Society Inc Pennsylvania Division (25-1798733)
American Cancer Society Inc Ohio Division (34-0726080)
American Cancer Society Inc Illinois Division Inc (36-2167721)
American Cancer Society Inc Great Lakes Division Inc (38-1387120)
American Cancer Society Inc Midwest Division Inc (41-0724036)
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Inc (52-2340031)
American Cancer Society Inc South Atlantic Division Inc (58-0659875)
American Cancer Society Inc Florida Division Inc (59-0657320)
American Cancer Society Inc Mid-South Division Inc (64-0329009)
American Cancer Society Inc Puerto Rico Inc (66-0321594)
American Cancer Society Inc High Plains Division Inc (74-1185665)
American Cancer Society Inc Great West Division (84-1316555)
American Cancer Society Inc California Division Inc (94-1170350)
American Cancer Society Inc Hawaii Pacific Inc (99-0073489)" (http://www.charitynavigator.org)
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How is the agency funded?
The American Cancer Society is funded through federal grants, federated complains, fundraising events, and voluntary donations.

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A.C.S. AND A.C.S.C.A.N.

  • The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network℠ (ACS CAN) is the American Cancer Society's affiliate.
  • Both organizations worked to help,"low-income women get breast and cervical cancer screening tests."
  • A.C.S.C.A.N. is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization to make cancer issues a priority.
Both of these organizations work together for the care and laws to pass so that individuals with cancer can live a better life.
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The American Cancer Society's Mission Statement:
"The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community based, voluntary health organization dedicated
to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service." (cancer.org)

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International Mission Statement:
"The American Cancer Society's International mission concentrates on capacity building in development for cancer societies on a collaboration with other cancer-related organizations throughout the world in carrying out shared strategic directions." (Cancer.org)

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SERVICES OFFERED THROUGH A.C.S.

  • Advocacy
  • Assistance
  • Health Services and Screenings
  • Health Education
  • Housing
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SERVICES OFFERED THROUGH A.C.S.

  • Information and referral services
  • Medical Equiptment and Supplies
  • Prostheses or Related Accessories
  • Support Groups and Supports Services
  • Transportation (cancer.org)
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VOLUNTEERING

  • There are volunteering events for American Cancer Society nationwide.
  • The Bark for Life is a dog walking event that raises money for cancer.
  • "Relay for Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running.
  • Making Strides Against Breast Cancer:. Is A.S.C's nationwide series  walking events.
  • Road to Recovery: "The A.S.C.'. Road To Recovery program provides transportstion."(Cancer.org)
“The American Cancer Society Bark For LifeTM is a noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society's fight against cancer. By supporting Bark For Life, you help the American Cancer Society save lives, and that helps us move closer to our ultimate goal of a world with less cancer and more birthdays.”(cancer.org)
"Event Date: October 11, 2014

Event Time: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Event Location: Lorenzi Park
• Volunteers and suggested to have parents and walk dogs on teams to raise money for cancer on 10/11/14
• Volunteer Sign Up Sheet: http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/RelayForLife/BFLCY14GW?sid=128537&type=fr..." (cancer.org)

"Relay for Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running around a track or path at a local high school, park, or fairground. Events are up to 24 hours long, and because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times."
(www.relayforlife.org)

Local High Schools participate in this events and you can be any age to participate "Centennial High School is having a Relay for Life on June 01, 2015 and UNLV is hosting a Relay for Life on April 17, 2015." (Cancer.org)

"Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is the American Cancer Society's nationwide series of walking events to raise funds and awareness to end breast cancer." "Anyone can participate!" (http://making strides.acsevents.org/)

"Road To Recovery: The American Cancer Society Road to Recovery program provides free transportation to and from treatment for people who have cancer who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves."(www.cancer.org)

"You can help patients access potentially life-saving cancer treatments by volunteering to drive them to and from local treatment centers" (www.cancer.org)

"Drivers must have a valid driver's license for the state where they live. They must also have a sfe, reliable vehicle and proof of automobile insurance. Volunteer drivers must have a good driving history and be in good health." (Cancer.org)
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