About Us

Changing Lives to Save Lives

30 years ago, the American Institute for Cancer Research was founded on a simple but radical idea: everyday choices can reduce our chances of getting cancer.

We were the first organization to focus research on the link between diet and cancer and translate the results into practical information for the public. AICR embraced the mission of changing lives to save lives.

Our History

Three decades of research funding and education.

Our Leadership

Our Board of Directors, and Executive and Senior Staff.

Our Cancer Research Mission

Nearly three decades of AICR-funded research on diet, nutrition and cancer have helped change how we think about cancer.

Venn diagram: weight, diet, physical activity, cancer prevention

Our Message

It's never too early, and never too late to lower your cancer risk.

How You Can Help

Support innovative cancer research. Raise awareness about cancer prevention. Assist cancer patients and survivors.

Financial Information

AICR is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt not-for-profit national cancer charity.

Advocacy and Policy

AICR is involved in a number of projects to influence governments and key decision-makers to do all they can to achieve a health-promoting environment for all.