Evening of Hope, American Cancer Society’s newest experience, is back! Join us on Friday, June 2, 2023, at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – March 2023 – This year, the American Cancer Society South Florida’s distinguished event experience, Evening of Hope, presented by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings LTD, is taking place at the exclusive Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa, on Friday, June 2, 2023. The event, chaired by Nikki F. Upshaw, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Oceania Cruises, will kick off National Cancer Survivors weekend through a magical night where guests will reiterate their commitment to the fight against cancer.
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“Cancer is indiscriminate and has impacted my loved ones and affects so many of us.” said Nikki F. Upshaw, “The American Cancer Society’s valuable work is making a difference, and yet there is more to be done. I am honored to lead the continuing efforts to fight this disease and am humbled by the opportunity to give back to my community and those in need."

 American Cancer Society’s distinguished events portfolio has raised over $6 million in the last six years. These funds have helped further the Society’s mission to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. ACS is improving the lives of people with cancer and their families as the only organization combating cancer through advocacy, research, and patient support.

This year’s event is sponsored by: Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd, Optime Consulting, Signature Travel Network, Arrivia, Baptist Health South Florida, UM Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center,
Cantera & Associates, AutoNation, South Florida Business & Wealth Magazine, South Florida Ford, MSC Cruises, Rick Case Automotive Group, UKG, and Virgin Voyages.

The experience will allow guests to enjoy a night to remember at the exclusive Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa. The event will include a fabulous dining experience, spectacular live and silent auctions valued at $100,000, live entertainment, dancing, mission moments, and much more.
For information on investment opportunities and event details, please visit www.acseoh.org or contact Beatriz “Betty” Newborn, Senior Development Manager II, at 305.962.3797 or betty.newborn@cancer.org

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About the American Cancer Society: The American Cancer Society is a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. For more than 100 years, we have been improving the lives of people with cancer and their families as the only organization combating cancer through advocacy, research, and patient support. We are committed to ensuring everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. To learn more, visit cancer.org or call our 24/7 helpline at 1-800-227-2345. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.