To honor cancer survivors in the cities where the Society holds its Annual Meetings, ASTRO established the Survivor Circle Award. This award recognizes local cancer survivors who give back to the community.
The winner receives a cash prize of $1,000 to keep or to donate to a support organization. Anyone looking to be considered must submit the completed application along with a current photo of themselves.
- Award applicant must live within the local area of the city ASTRO is visiting.
- Award applicant must be a cancer survivor (a person living with the diagnosis of cancer) who has received or is receiving radiation therapy.
- Award applicant goes above and beyond to give back to members of the community – such as volunteering for support/advocacy groups, tutoring students, helping disabled persons or driving people to doctors’ appointments.
- No age limit to apply. If applicant is under 18, parents will be required to sign a waiver.
- Award applicant must be able to attend the award ceremony during the ASTRO Annual Meeting.
The deadline for the Survivor Circle Award has been extended to September 10, 2010. Contact
Beth Bukata if you have any questions.
View the application.
