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Our mission is to advance survivorship and provide support to those impacted by lung cancer.

06/01/2026

We have some meaningful moments ahead for our survivor community — and we can’t wait to share them with you!

🗓️ Mark your calendars:
June 1 — Applications open for our Survivor Retreat happening September 18 at Camp La TeDa in Raleigh. A time to connect, reflect, and recharge together.
June 7 — Celebrate strength, hope, and survivorship with us on Survivors Day at MEZ in Durham!
June 9 — Join our Virtual Survivor Luncheon and connect with fellow survivors from wherever you are.

Whether you’re looking for community, encouragement, celebration, or support, there’s a place for you here.

Visit lungcancerinitiative.org/events for details and registration.

Questions? Drop us a DM — we’d love to connect!

Which event are you most excited about? Tell us in the comments below, and be sure to share this with a survivor in your life.

05/20/2026

Today on Clinical Trials Day, we recognize the patients, researchers, and healthcare teams who are helping advance the future of lung cancer treatment.

Clinical trials play a critical role in improving prevention, detection, and treatment options—and today’s standard treatments exist because patients chose to participate in research studies.

To help patients and families take the next step, our website also includes a clinical trial search tool to explore available studies.

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with lung cancer, talk with your care team about whether a clinical trial may be right for you.

Learn more at the link in our bio.

05/19/2026

What an incredible day at the 14th Annual Charlotte LUNGe Forward 5K Run, Walk & Celebration! 💙

Thanks to our amazing participants, survivors, volunteers, sponsors, committee, staff and the Charlotte lung cancer community, we surpassed our goal and have raised more than $130,000 (and counting!) — the most ever raised for this event in support of lung cancer research, awareness and patient support programs.

Thank you for making this event such a success and for helping us move the mission forward together.

You can view race times, top teams and more at charlotte.lungeforward.org. Event photos will be uploaded to our page soon, so be sure to follow us to stay up to date on upcoming events, photos and more!

05/14/2026

At 49, a routine scan changed everything. Less than 7 months after lung cancer surgery, Zhanna ran her first 5K—and placed second in her age group. Her story is one of resilience, recovery, and refusing to give up. Read her inspiring journey at the link in our bio or visit https://bit.ly/ZhannasStory

05/11/2026

Last Thursday, we gathered at the Washington Duke Inn and Golf Club for an evening of education, connection, and hope at our Understanding Your Lung Cancer Diagnosis community event. Attendees heard the latest updates in small cell and non-small cell lung cancer, an inspiring survivor story from Joy Henderson, and took part in an engaging and informative Q&A panel discussion.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible speakers from Duke Cancer Institute — Drs. Alder, Ready, and Bevers — for sharing their expertise and compassion, and to Joy for courageously sharing her journey and reminding us all of the power of hope and resilience.

We are grateful to everyone who joined us for this meaningful evening of learning and support. If you missed it, replays of the talks will be available on our YouTube channel soon. Together, we continue moving forward with knowledge, community, and hope.

05/08/2026

🚨 ONE WEEK TO GO! 🚨

The 14th Annual Charlotte LUNGe Forward is happening next Saturday, May 16 at McAlpine Creek Park — and there’s still time to join us!

Sign up today at Charlotte.LUNGeForward.org and get ready for a day of celebration, hope and support!

📍 REMINDER: Packet Pick-Up is Friday, May 15 from 3–6 p.m. at Run For Your Life. Save time on race day by grabbing your shirt and bib early! Picking up for your team? Send us a DM and we’ll have your items ready to go.

Huge thank you to our sponsors and community supporters for helping make this event possible. Help us spread the word and let’s make this year the biggest and best yet!

Thanks to our incredible sponsors and community partners:

05/07/2026

This Women’s Health Month, we’re raising awareness—and encouraging open conversations—about the impact of lung cancer on women.

Women account for 52% of new lung cancer diagnoses, and it remains the leading cause of cancer death among women. But there is hope: when lung cancer is found early through screening, outcomes can improve significantly.

Yet too many people are missing that opportunity. Screening rates remain low (18.2% nationally; 19.2% in North Carolina among those eligible).

Talking about lung cancer risk, asking questions, and understanding your screening options can make a difference.

Start the conversation with your healthcare provider, or learn more at lungcancerinitiative.org.

Sources
American Cancer Society. Cancer Facts & Figures 2026. Atlanta: American Cancer Society; 2026.
Association AL. State of Lung Cancer. American Lung Association; 2025.
Lung Cancer Research Foundation. Facts About Women and Lung Cancer; 2026

05/05/2026

Join us on May 7 from 5:30–7:30 PM at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club for an evening of connection, education, and support.

Guests will enjoy dinner, gain valuable insights into the latest treatment approaches and research updates in both small cell and non-small cell lung cancer, and connect with a community of survivors, caregivers, clinicians, and advocates. The evening will also feature a survivor story and an interactive Q&A session.

Complimentary to attend | Registration required

Reserve your spot today at Lungcancerinitiative.org/events.

05/01/2026

Collaboration drives progress. We’re proud to partner with Susan Wojcicki Foundation and other lung cancer advocacy organizations for an important conversation on the future of lung cancer research.

DNA: A Blueprint for Lung Cancer Research will explore how scientific discovery is driving progress and hope.
🗓 May 14 | ⏰ 1:30 PM ET
Register today at LCRF.org/together.

Lung Cancer Research Foundation

04/30/2026

After losing his mom to lung cancer, chose to honor her by bringing people together. What started as a simple idea—a local 5K—grew into a movement of friends, family, and community… raising nearly $20,000 in her memory.

But what stayed with us most wasn’t just the impact—it was how he started: one small step. One conversation. One act of kindness.

That’s how change begins.

Thank you, , for sharing your story and inspiring others to take action and create hope.

Watch the full video at the link in bio or by visiting bit.ly/LCIRyansStory

Address

5171 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 401
Raleigh, NC
27612

Telephone

+19197840410

Website

http://lungcancerinitiative.org/, http://linktr.ee/lungcancerinitiative

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