June is National Cancer Survivor Awareness Month. Here are some ways you can support the cause:
đ¸ Donate to an organization that supports cancer survivors and people currently living with cancer.
- The American Association for Cancer Research is pioneering the study of cancer treatments
- The American Cancer Association is the nationâs leading cancer-fighting organization focused on improving advocacy, research, and patient support
- The Colorado Cancer Coalition is a statewide collaborative providing support to Coloradans living with cancer
đ If youâre a cancer survivor, you can sign up to become an emotional support volunteer for someone living with cancer through CanCare.
đą If youâre comfortable with it, help promote awareness by sharing your story with others about how cancer has impacted your life. Search for the hashtag #CancerSurvivorAwareness on social media.
đď¸ Attend a local event to honor and support cancer survivors or people currently living with cancer. Here are a few you can add to your calendar right now:
- Pizza Fundraiser: MOD Pizza and Beau Joâs will donate 20% of sales or the Colorado Cancer Coalition (June 22)
- Walk to End Colon Cancer at City Park (June 24)
- National Cancer Survivors Day celebration in Lakewood (June 25)
