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St. Louis Cardinals Front Office Brings Comfort & Compassion to Hope Lodge

This week, the St. Louis Cardinals front office stepped off the field and into the kitchen — volunteering their time to prepare a home-cooked meal for guests at the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge in St. Louis. Their generosity filled the building with warmth, comfort, and a sense of community that our guests — many far from home while undergoing treatment — will never forget. Hope Lodge is more than a place to stay; it’s a refuge during one of the toughest chapters in a p

Jason McClelland

3 days ago1 min read

A Record-Breaking Year for the Champions of Hope Gala

On November 8th, St. Louis witnessed something extraordinary. The Champions of Hope Gala didn’t just raise funds — it shattered expectations, set new standards, and reminded all of us why this community is one of the most generous and mission-driven in the nation. Together, we raised over $2 million to fuel the American Cancer Society’s work to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. It was a powerful moment — not just because of the number, but because of the hope behind it

Jason McClelland

3 days ago2 min read

Building Connection, Confidence, and Community: Inside the Emerging Leadership Council’s Speed Networking Event

Last week, the American Cancer Society’s Emerging Leadership Council (ELC) brought together one of the most energizing gatherings of the year — a leadership speed networking event designed to spark meaningful connection between CEOs, senior executives, and emerging leaders across our region. What unfolded was more than a networking program. It was a powerful snapshot of what the future of leadership looks like when purpose-driven professionals choose collaboration over comp

Jason McClelland

Nov 202 min read