Welcome to the latest edition of CRC News, the American Cancer Society National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (ACS NCCRT) newsletter for ACS NCCRT members and partners working together to save more lives from colorectal cancer. 

Now Open: 2025 ACS NCCRT Annual Meeting Registration 

Now is Your Chance to Join Us and Other Members In-Person This November 

We hope you are planning to join us at the ACS NCCRT’s 2025 Annual Meeting of the membership this November 19-21 in Nashville, TN. We welcome member organizations and corporate associates to send up to two member representatives to the meeting as part of your benefits and those personalized invitations have gone out today from [email protected] with the subject line, “Invitation to the 2025 ACS National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable Annual Meeting” so check your inboxes and spam filters. Be sure to complete your registration by Friday, September 19 at 11:59 PM ET to receive the early bird rate of $300 before the regular rate of $350 goes into effect on September 20. Below you will find several updates and tips to help you prepare for your participation. But first, we have a very special announcement to make:   

2025 ACS NCCRT National Leadership Award 

Each year, the ACS NCCRT Steering Committee honors an individual that has shown tremendous leadership in colorectal cancer prevention and control. This year, we are thrilled to recognize Richard Wender, MD, Chair of the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Having served in numerous cancer prevention and control leadership roles, including as the first Chief Cancer Control Officer of the American Cancer Society (2013-2020) and the Chair of the ACS NCCRT (2012-2021), Dr. Wender’s continuous advocacy for the importance of cancer prevention and early detection has left an indelible impact on our work and our membership has benefitted from his steadfast commitment to our collective mission. 

Join us on the morning of Friday, November 21st to congratulate Dr. Wender when he is presented with the ACS NCCRT National Leadership Award for Lifetime Achievement.  

Snapshot Agenda Available 

We are excited to share with you our working, snapshot agenda. We will continue to share agenda updates in the coming weeks.  

Frequently Asked Questions 

To help answer questions for our members about the meeting and registration, we’ve created an accessible Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). We hope you’ll find it useful as you prepare to join us in Nashville.  

Scholarships 

We encourage those members who want to attend the 2025 ACS NCCRT Annual Meeting but cannot due to financial constraints to apply for a scholarship by emailing [email protected]. Scholarship applications close on September 25, 2025. There are limited funds available, and we cannot guarantee the availability of a scholarship to everyone who applies. 

ICYMI: ACS NCCRT Steering Committee Nominations 

Nominate Someone or Yourself to Help Guide the Future of the ACS NCCRT 

Nominations are open for the ACS NCCRT Steering Committee and due by 11:59pm ET on Monday, September 22, 2025. This dedicated group guides our mission to reduce the incidence of and mortality from colorectal cancer (CRC) in the US through coordinated leadership, strategic planning, and advocacy. 

Who can be nominated?  

You can nominate yourself or a colleague from an ACS NCCRT member organization. Representatives from Corporate or Affiliate member organizations cannot serve but may nominate others. This year, the Steering Committee is especially interested in receiving nominations for leaders from the primary care or lived experience space.  

Why serve?  

Steering Committee members play a vital role in driving ACS NCCRT priorities, representing us in the field, shaping national meetings and projects, and helping recruit future leaders. Learn more about the responsibilities, time commitment, and selection process here.  

If you’re interested in nominating yourself or someone else, please submit by 11:59pm ET, September 22, 2025. If nominating a colleague, please allow time for them to complete their materials before the deadline.   

ACS NCCRT Workshop at the 2025 CHI – Community Health Conference & EXPO 

Session Showcased Strategies for Reaching Rural Communities for Health Center Leaders 

The ACS NCCRT was honored to have been invited to host a workshop at the 2025 CHI – Community Health Conference & EXPO in Chicago, Illinois on August 16, the premiere gathering of the nation’s Community Health Centers, the largest network of primary care providers in the nation. The session introduced the ACS NCCRT’s recent resource, Increasing Colorectal Cancer Screening in Rural Communities: A Practical Guide, emphasizing best practices and case study examples relevant to health center settings. Kudos to the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC), a longtime ACS NCCRT member, for putting together a fantastic agenda and to co-presenters Dr. James Hotz, Michele Ledbetter, and Emily Bell for hosting a dynamic session.  

ICYMI: Recent and Upcoming CRC-Related News 

Stay Up to Date on Upcoming and Recent Education Materials and Events 

• A publication funded in part by the ACS NCCRT was recently accepted into Digestive Diseases and Sciences, titled “Knowledge, Attitudes, and Perceptions Around CRC Screening and Risk Among 20-49 Year Olds”. Read the scientific article here.  
• The ACS has announced their new Primary Care Clinical Champion Corps, which aims to be a national network of clinician volunteers who educate and motivate their peers to implement proven early detection practices. Apply now.  
• ACS NCCRT Member Fight Colorectal Cancer has announced that applications are open for their Catalyst State Advocacy Program, which funds grassroots activities and coalition-building at the state level, until September 26, 2025. Learn more.  

Many thanks for the great work you do!

The ACS NCCRT Team

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