The American Cancer Society (ACS) will celebrate true champions in the fight against cancer on Saturday, February 27, 2027. Prestigious guests include community executive leaders, special guest performers, outstanding volunteers, and more. Enjoy an exciting evening of music, fun, and impactful moments celebrating the great work being done in Las Vegas to fight cancer.
Dear Friends,
I am honored to serve as Chair and Host of the 2027 Las Vegas Game Changer Gala benefiting the American Cancer Society, taking place on Saturday, February 27, 2027, at the Durango Casino & Hotel. In 2025, I had the incredible honor of being recognized as a Las Vegas Game Changer by the American Cancer Society. It was a deeply humbling experience — not because of the recognition itself, but because it connected me even more closely to a mission that impacts nearly every one of us in some way.
This year’s theme, “Rock Out to End Cancer,” will be an unforgettable evening filled with energy, inspiration, and purpose. But beyond the music and celebration lies something far more important: hope. Every dollar raised helps the American Cancer Society continue its life-saving work — funding groundbreaking cancer research, providing free rides to treatment, offering lodging for patients and families, supporting prevention and early detection efforts, and standing beside those fighting the toughest battle of their lives. Cancer does not discriminate. It touches our families, our friends, our coworkers, and our communities. That is why this event matters.
I invite you to join us in making a difference. Together, we can celebrate survivors, honor loved ones we’ve lost and help create a future where cancer no longer steals precious moments from the people we love. Let’s come together, rock out, and help end cancer — one life, one family, and one breakthrough at a time.
With hope and gratitude,
David R. Navarro
2027 Game Changer Gala Las Vegas Chair & Host”
Leadership
As the only organization combating cancer through advocacy, discovery, and patient support, the American Cancer Society has made significant contributions to the fight against cancer over the last 110 years. We advocate for lifesaving policy changes, promote healthy lifestyles to help prevent cancer, and provide information, answers, and support to people in every community who have been touched by cancer. We also research cancer and its causes to find more answers and better treatment.
Yet, there is still work to be done – which is why we are so glad you have joined us tonight! The American Cancer Society continues to work tirelessly to fund research and provide support for all types of cancer. And thanks to your generous support, we work to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
Every cancer. Every life.
Learn MoreFor more than 10 decades, the American Cancer Society has been dedicated to pursuing better outcomes for every cancer, every life. Today, more people are surviving cancer than ever before, but there is still work to be done. Join us, support us, and help us end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
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