"The funds raised through Visionaries of the Year are used for research to advance lifesaving therapies like immunotherapy, genomics and personalized medicine, which are saving lives today."
"Year after year, individuals from all over the country take on this challenge, although only one will win the coveted title of 'Visionary of the Year'."
"The iconic fundraising campaign embodies the idea that any individual can have an impact on cancer cures with hard work and dedication."
"Over the past three decades, the campaigns have proven to be about much more than individuals and teams winning a competition - it is about incredible leaders from diverse experiences and backgrounds stepping up."
Every 180 seconds, someone in the U.S. dies from blood cancer, highlighting the urgent need for support. Blood Cancer United, formerly The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, organizes the Visionaries of the Year campaign, a 10-week fundraising competition. This year, 23 candidates aim to raise $2.8 million for blood cancer research, advocacy, and patient services. Funds support lifesaving therapies, provide free information and education, and drive advocacy efforts to improve patient care and access to treatments.
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