American Cancer Society GenNow Network - Detroit Chapter

11/13/2025

The American Cancer Society GenNow Network of Detroit is excited to have joined the parade of trees at Gardner White's Twinkle Town this year! The tree with the most votes, determined on December 7th, will win a $10,000 charity donation from Gardner White Furniture & Mattress. 🎄Submit your vote for our tree (scroll down to letter 'L') here: https://dzl1esu4y2s.typeform.com/to/X5ml97Pz

✨This year's tree theme is “The Crusading Spirit”. The American Cancer Society's now-iconic Sword of Hope symbol came from a 1928 nationwide poster contest sponsored by the ASCC and the New York City Cancer Committee. George E. Durant of Brooklyn won the contest, receiving a first prize of $500. He selected the sword to express the crusading spirit of the cancer control movement. The twin-serpent caduceus, which forms the handle of the sword, emphasizes the medical and scientific nature of the American Cancer Society’s work. Classically, twined serpents represent healing of the sick and creativity of the healthy. ✨

Please share and vote to help us win the charity prize! THERE IS NO LIMIT ON HOW MANY TIMES YOU CAN VOTE 🎄

07/02/2025

We are pleased to announce Yorel Huckleberry as a 2025 Tastemaker Honoree! Yorel is an impressive young professional leader at Kroger in his role as Produce and Floral Field Manager and we are grateful for his support of our mission at the American Cancer Society.

The 2025 Tastemakers are a dynamic group of young professionals in Southeast Michigan, nominated by their peers and mentors who want to see them recognized for their leadership in their communities. Each Tastemaker is raising a minimum of $2,500 to support the American Cancer Society’s mission to end cancer as we know it—for everyone.

Yorel will join our lineup of Tastemakers being recognized at The Taste of Hope Detroit. We invite you to join us on Monday, September 29th, 2025 at the Icon in Detroit!

📢Support Yorel's efforts by donating to his campaign https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=111056&pg=personal&px=60560449

07/01/2025

✨Please join us in congratulating Sarah Thomas on being named a 2025 Tastemaker Honoree!✨

Sarah is a strong advocate for cancer research, quality care, cancer awareness, and cancer screenings. She brings her dedication and expertise to her role as a Marketing and Communications Specialist at Karmanos Cancer Institute, and now she’s taking her impact even further.

The 2025 Tastemakers are a dynamic group of young professionals in Southeast Michigan, nominated by peers and mentors for their leadership and commitment to making a difference. Each Tastemaker is raising a minimum of $2,500 to support the American Cancer Society’s mission to end cancer as we know it—for everyone.

Sarah’s efforts will be recognized at The Taste of Hope Detroit, and the top fundraiser will be honored as Tastemaker of the Year. We invite you to support Sarah's fundraising efforts by donating to her campaign https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=111056&pg=personal&px=60479151

🗓️ Join us at the Taste of Hope on Monday, September 29th, 2025 at The Icon in Detroit.

03/05/2025

The American Cancer Society is delighted to introduce the ACS GenNow Network, the new identity for Young Professionals program, previously known as the Associate Board of Ambassadors (ABOA). This new branding and chapter structure symbolize our dedication to involving the upcoming generation of leaders in the fight against cancer.

The ACS GenNow Network aims to empower young professionals nationwide to leverage their personal and professional networks to drive meaningful change. Centered around three pillars: mission, impact, and mentorship, members of the ACS GenNow Network will collaborate to advance the American Cancer Society’s mission to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

02/17/2025

We have some exciting news to share! Our Young Professionals program, formerly known as the Associate Board of Ambassadors (ABOA), will now be rebranded as the American Cancer Society GenNow Network. This exciting evolution will align our chapter with more than 20 other chapters nationwide, allowing us to be more relevant to our audience, build connections and networking opportunities across chapters, and invest marketing dollars and resources nationally to recruit new members under one brand.

Our page will transition to our new name. The ACS GenNow Network Chapter of Detroit Michigan meets on the third Tuesday of each month and will be involved with our new Taste of Hope Detroit on Monday, September 29th, 2025. Learn more about our chapter by viewing our new website!

GenNow Network (formerly ABOA) is a volunteer group of the next generation of philanthropists assisting American Cancer Society

06/19/2024

Our Detroit Skyline Soiree Silent Auction is now live! The auction will remain open until Friday, June 21st at 10 PM. We've got some great items from our generous auction partners. Place your bids and purchase your Detroit Skyline Soiree tickets at: https://DetroitSkyline.givesmart.com

Winning bidders do not need to be present at the Detroit Skyline Soiree and will be contacted the following Monday to coordinate. See you at One Campus Martius in Detroit on Friday!

06/14/2024

Watch this amazing interview from CBS Detroit featuring our 2024 Detroit Skyline Soiree emcee, Kylee Miller and our ACS Senior Executive Director of Michigan, Jenni Beamer. Thank you Kylee Miller and CBS Detroit for being a great partner to the American Cancer Society of Michigan!

Purchase your tickets for the tenth annual Detroit Skyline Soiree on Friday, June 21st at One Campus Martius here: https://DetroitSkyline.givesmart.com

The 2024 Detroit Skyline Soiree benefitting the American Cancer Society is Friday, June 21 at One Campus Martius.

06/03/2024

We are so grateful to recognize LAMACCHIO FINANCIAL GROUP as a sponsor of the 2024 American Cancer Society Detroit Skyline Soiree!

We look forward to celebrating the work of the American Cancer Society and the Detroit Associate Board of Ambassadors together on Friday, June 21st in Detroit. Thank you for your continued support in the fight against cancer!

Individual tickets are available online. Learn more and join us in the fight at www.DetroitABOA.org.

05/31/2024

The tenth annual American Cancer Society Detroit Skyline Soiree is just three weeks away! Please join us in support of our mission to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. This gala is hosted by the Detroit Associate Board of Ambassadors (ABOA) and will feature a cocktail hour on the outdoor balcony overlooking the Detroit skyline, strolling Detroit-themed dinner stations, a 30-minute program with fund the mission moment, and concludes with drinks and dancing!

Tickets are on sale for $150 and include strolling dinner stations by Skosh Catering and open bar. https://DetroitSkyline.givesmart.com

Take a look at our event timeline to see how the night will flow: