Advocacy strives to influence public policy regarding cancer and tobacco related issues at the federal, state and local levels. As an Advocacy volunteer, participation is simple and involves as much or as little time as you have to give. One opportunity is to join the American Cancer Society's Action Network.  We'll keep you informed of upcoming issues and let you know of opportunities to write a letter, send an e-mail, make a call or attend a meeting. Together we can apply enough pressure to convince lawmakers that fighting cancer should be a higher national priority.

Income Development focuses on developing and continuing diversified income development programs to support the mission of the American Cancer Society. Volunteers plan, organize, and promote special events and other fundraising activities such as memorials, direct mail, telemarketing and planned giving in their communities.

Volunteer Involvement increases the role of the volunteers through recruitment, training, and recognition. Volunteers play a key role in emphasizing the rewarding volunteer experience by recruiting and training other volunteers and coordinating volunteer recognition activities.

Cancer Education increases awareness of the importance of self-exams, mammograms, clinical breast exams, colonoscopy, etc. Trained volunteers educate people about health and teach early detection methods.