Contra Costa County Chapter
Empowering the Next Generation to Fight Cancer
We are a youth-led chapter of the American Cancer Society uniting students across Contra Costa County to advance cancer research, prevention, and patient support in our community.
Our Mission
"To cultivate young leaders who drive measurable change in cancer prevention, research funding, and patient advocacy — building a healthier future for every community in Contra Costa County."
Our Mission
Equip emerging leaders with the tools, training, and platform to reduce the burden of cancer through service and advocacy.
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Join our monthly webinars, fundraising walks, and school outreach events happening across Contra Costa County.
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Volunteer, become a chapter member, or donate to support cancer education and patient services in our region.
Join the teamWhy Join Us?
A community changing what's possible.
From Sacramento hearing rooms to Bishop Ranch bake sales, our members are already shaping California cancer policy, raising funds for research, and bringing ACS CAN's mission to every corner of Contra Costa County.
Shape California Policy
Draft resolutions, lobby legislators, and back ACS CAN bills like AB 703 — work our members have already taken from idea to Governor's desk.
Learn from Leading Voices
Monthly webinars with Stanford oncologists, ACS CAN directors, PhD researchers, and survivors — speakers like Dr. Reena Thomas and Jamie Escoto.
Fundraise for Research
Run bake sales at Bishop Ranch, Relay For Life teams, Chipotle dine-and-donates, and Lights of Hope ceremonies that fund cancer research and patient programs.
Grow Roots Locally
Table at Contra Costa high schools, host workshops at Las Positas, and build a 100+ member chapter that's visible in every community we serve.