Join the ABOA

ABOA Chicago

Associate Board of Ambassadors
Chicago Market

ABOA Applications Are Now Open

ABOA is evolving—and we want you to be part of what’s next.

Join a community of emerging leaders committed to making an impact in the fight against cancer. Our new application process is designed to create meaningful opportunities for leadership, connection, fundraising and engagement with the American Cancer Society.

Applications are now open. Apply today.

2027 ABOA Membership Application

 

Applications close December 1st, 2026

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The Associate Board of Ambassadors (ABOA) is the American Cancer Society’s premier young professionals organization. The Chicago ABOA is made up of over 140 rising leaders from 100+ companies throughout Chicagoland. Since their inception in 2007, the Chicago ABOA has raised over $4.7 million to support the American Cancer Society.

ABOA members have the opportunity to network with others who are interested in making a difference in their community and significantly impacting the Society’s lifesaving mission.

 

Natalie McGovern

Finance Director, PepsiCo

Message from our leadership

ABOA Vice President

“Having seen firsthand the impact cancer can have on individuals and families, I was drawn to ABOA’s mission and community. ABOA brings together passionate young professionals who are committed to making a difference through fundraising, advocacy, and service. What makes the organization truly special is the collective impact we can have when people unite around a shared purpose: supporting those affected by cancer and advancing the fight for a world without it.”
Leadership

Why Join The ABOA?


SAVE LIVES

Your efforts will have a direct impact in saving the lives of cancer patients.

NETWORK

Meet fellow rising leaders who are committed to making a difference in their community.

GROW

Explore professional and personal development opportunities that will enhance your wellbeing.

Membership

Membership

Chip Away at Cancer Golf Outing

Chip Away at Cancer Golf Outing

Discovery Ball

Our Galas

Our Impact

113 Years
of wins
against cancer

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.

$ 5.6 B
Research

towards cancer research

53
Nobel Prize

winning scientists received research funding

111.4 M
Lives Touched

through all patient support initiatives in 2024