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URGENT REQUEST: Volunteer to help get cancer patients to treatment.  
For people with cancer who have no way of getting to treatment, our Road To Recovery® program is there to help. We need volunteers to help cancer patients get the treatment they need. Unfortunately, we don't always have enough drivers to help everyone who needs a ride. You can change that. Start driving today.  

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Raise Your Way

Turn your passion into a fundraiser – however, wherever, whenever you want.
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ACS Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN)

Help enact laws and policies that will fight cancer.
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Reach To Recovery

Share your breast cancer experience and provide understanding and hope to others with breast cancer.
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Hope Lodge

Help make cancer patients feel at home in one of our lodges.
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Community Office Support Volunteers

Help out at your local American Cancer Society office.
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Road To Recovery

Drive cancer patients to and from treatment, or help coordinate transportation for cancer patients.
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DetermiNation

Dedicate your participation in a marathon, triathlon, cycling race, or other endurance event to the fight against cancer.
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The Society in Second Life

Participate in a Relay For Life or Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event in a 3D virtual world built entirely by its users. 
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Discovery Shops

Help raise funds by volunteering at one of our resale shops.

Explore Volunteer Areas

Not sure which program or event is the best fit? Your unique talents will make a real difference, and you can choose from volunteer positions that match your interests, offer flexible scheduling, and allow you to learn new skills. Browse our areas of interest to find volunteer opportunities that may be right for you. 

Administrative and Clerical

If you are task-oriented, enjoy customer service, and like working in a friendly office environment then volunteering in a clerical capacity may be a good fit for you

Community Events

As a community event volunteer you can assist with planning American Cancer Society events that celebrate survivors, honor loved ones lost, and are filled with hope and camaraderie. 

Education & Advocacy

Even if you have only a few minutes a day or an hour a week, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network will empower you to become an effective advocate for cancer issues. 

Fundraising

Help raise urgently needed funds for the fight against cancer and share the message about the lifesaving work the American Cancer Society provides. 

Online & Social Media

If you enjoy using a computer or sharing information on social media then being a virtual volunteer may be a good fit for you. 

Patient Services & Support

When you volunteer for an opportunity in patient services you directly help cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones get connected to the resources they need.

Retail & Hospitality

If you have experience or want experience in retail or hospitality, we have volunteer positions that fit your interests.

Sports & Recreation

If you enjoy being active, you could apply your interest in running, walking, golf, or other sports toward helping raise money and awareness for the fight against cancer. 

Opportunities for Organizations

Engage your organization and encourage your employees or members to make an impact in the fight against cancer by becoming American Cancer Society volunteers.

How we support our Volunteers

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The Volunteer Community

The Volunteer Community allows volunteers to sign up for opportunities and complete training online.
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Volunteer Stories

Our volunteers are making a difference through their passion and dedication to helping people with cancer. Read some of their stories.
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Thank You, Volunteers

Thank you to all our volunteers who provide help and hope to cancer patients, and to work toward a future free from cancer.

Help us end cancer as we know it, for everyone.