Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation

At Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, we’re on a mission to accelerate breakthroughs in lifesaving research and empower people everywhere to conquer cancer. We are a global community of advocates, patients, doctors, researchers, caregivers, and others dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by cancer. Our donors support research and vital programs that advance treatment and care for every cancer, to help every patient, everywhere in the world.  

What makes us different? 

• Conquer Cancer funds research for all types of cancer, from the common to the rare. We find and fund the best science.  

• We have funded more early-career physician scientists, without limits on geography or focus area, than any other independent cancer organization worldwide.  

• We have access to the best and the brightest minds in oncology thanks to our connection with the American Society of Clinical Oncology. 

• We collaborate with other nonprofits around the world to fund lifesaving research. 

Conquer Cancer’s vision for the future is a world where cancer is prevented or cured, and every survivor is healthy. In the years since awarding our first research grant, we’ve raised more than $500 million to support research, education and quality programs. Together with thousands of generous donors, we’re making incredible progress, including distributing more than $190M in funding through over 9,200 grants and awards in 89 countries around the world. Even so, there is still more to do. Conquering cancer requires a ceaseless commitment from the entire cancer community. We know our Alexandria neighbors are ready to join us. Together we can ensure that tomorrow’s researchers have the resources they need to conquer cancer.  

Visit CONQUER.ORG to learn more.