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Dear Member,

You are invited to submit nominations for the 2026 ASCO Special Awards. The ASCO Special Awards are intended to recognize and encourage individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to ASCO, the practice of clinical oncology, and patients with cancer.

The award categories currently accepting nominations are:

  • Allen Lichter Visionary Leader Award
  • ASCO - American Cancer Society Cancer Prevention Award
  • B.J. Kennedy Geriatric Oncology Award, Endowed by Dr. Tony and Mrs. Carrie Cheung
  • David Karnofsky Science of Oncology Award
  • Excellence in Equity Award, Endowed by the American Cancer Society
  • Jamie Von Roenn Excellence in Teaching and Mentorship Award
  • Gianni Bonadonna Breast Cancer Award
  • Humanitarian Award
  • Patient Advocate Award
  • Pediatric Oncology Award
  • Walther Cancer Foundation Supportive Oncology Award

Awards will be presented during the 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.

The nomination period for the 2026 Special Awards will close on July 11, 2025.

Submit a Nomination