Since 2007, Discovery Ball has raised over $44 million to support the American Cancer Society’s mission to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. It is one of Chicago’s premier fundraising events with national notoriety. Over the years, guests have been entertained by Natalie Cole, Kevin Nealon, Billy Gardell, Keith Urban, Paul Reiser, Hunter Hayes, Colbie Caillat, Barenaked Ladies, Cheap Trick, Niko Moon & Adam Doleac. Celebrity emcees have included Katie Couric, Maria Bartiromo and James Corden.
We are grateful for your interest in Discovery Ball 2026. Ticket sales and new sponsorship opportunities will close on Monday, February 23, at 12:00 PM CST. For questions, please contact Esther Scheele at [email protected]
For more than 10 decades, the American Cancer Society has been dedicated to pursuing better outcomes for every cancer, every life. Today, more people are surviving cancer than ever before, but there is still work to be done. Join us, support us, and help us end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
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winning scientists received research funding
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