Description: The American Cancer Society is the 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.

It is one of the oldest and largest voluntary health agencies in the United States, with millions of Americans united to conquer cancer.

Mission: Founded in 1913, the American Cancer Society(ACS) consists of more than two million Americans (staff and volunteers)nationwide united to conquer cancer. To accomplish its mission, ACS collaborates with health agencies, community organizations, business leaders, legislators, and educators at the national and grassroots levels to identify and address nationwide and local cancer issues through education, patient service, research and advocacy programs.