

2023 Champions of Hope Gala

About the Champions of Hope Gala:
The Champions of Hope Gala is one of the largest fundraising events in the country for the American Cancer Society and is lead by some of the most distinguished leaders in the St. Louis area; our CEOs Against Cancer of Missouri - St. Louis Chapter Members. The American Cancer Society is proud to recognize Warner Baxter and Marty Lyons of Ameren as our 2023 event chairs and Ameren as the Presenting Sponsor.
Date:
Saturday, November 11, 2023
Location:
St. Louis Union Station
20th Street Entrance
1820 Market Street, MO 63102
Auction & Raffles:
Mobile Bidding for the silent auction will go live on November 7, 2023
Schedule:
5:30 PM Doors Open
6:00 PM Cocktail Hour
7:00 PM Dinner, Entertainment, Auction and Mission Appeal Event Program
9:00 PM After Party
11:00 PM Event Concludes
The American Cancer Society is a global force, fighting every kind of cancer & for every life. One goal of this event is to highlight and connect our individual cancer journeys. This year, we are encouraging guests to pair their best black tie attire with some fancy kicks.
The color of your shoes or laces support the cancer awareness of your choice.

Fund A Need:
This year, 100% of your gift will fund the American Cancer Society’s 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.
Access to care for all
Advocating for high-quality, affordable health care for everyone, including closing the Medicaid coverage gap, through our American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network℠.
Prevention and screening
Educating and advocating for healthy lifestyles and environments, including the promotion of regular screening, and trusted source of screening recommendations for health care professionals.
Direct patient support
Providing multiple support programs for people with cancer and their caregivers, including a home away from home at our Hope Lodge ® communities when they need to travel for treatment and free access to cancer information via our 24/7 helpline.
Research
Investing more than $3 billion from 1991-2020, the American Cancer Society is the largest non-governmental funder of cancer research, contributing to 3.8 million fewer cancer deaths as a result of breakthroughs.
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