Location
Bethpage, New York, 11714
About this event
Every Family Has a Story.
Because of You, More Stories Continue.
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Saturday, November 14, 2026
Bethpage, New York
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
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Join patients, caregivers, physicians, advocates, industry partners, and friends from across the country for an evening dedicated to celebrating life, honoring progress, and investing in the future of neuroendocrine cancer care.
For more than 22 years, the Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network (NCAN) has helped patients find answers, connect with experts, build lifelong friendships, and discover hope in some of life's most difficult moments.
On November 14, we'll come together to celebrate the lives touched by this community and ensure that no one facing a neuroendocrine cancer diagnosis ever walks alone.
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Real Stories. Real Impact.
"You changed my life and helped me to live."
NCAN Patient
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"I owe them my life. Without NCAN I would still have been seeing a doctor who didn't know how to treat me."
NCAN Patient
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"For the first time since diagnosis, I realized I wasn't alone."
NCAN Conference Attendee
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A Story of Hope
When David was diagnosed with Stage IV lung neuroendocrine cancer, he and his wife Jackie were overwhelmed.
"How can my 57-year-old husband have this diagnosis? Ninety days earlier, we were planning a trip."
Searching for answers, they attended an NCAN patient conference.
There, they met other patients and caregivers who understood exactly what they were facing. They learned from leading NET specialists, discovered treatment options they hadn't known existed, and found a community that welcomed them with open arms.
Then something changed.
"My husband left actually hopeful that he can lead a full life with this diagnosis."
Today, Jackie and David continue to support NCAN because they know firsthand the impact that education, connection, and hope can have on a family facing a rare cancer diagnosis.
"The work you are doing is so important."
— Jackie & David, NCAN Conference Attendees
Help Create More Stories Like This
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What Your Support Makes Possible
Every ticket purchased, every table sponsored, every journal ad placed, and every donation made helps NCAN fulfill its mission of supporting the neuroendocrine cancer community.
Your support helps provide:
- Patient and caregiver education
- Regional and national patient conferences
- Support groups across the country
- Physician and specialist referrals
- Awareness initiatives
- Resources for newly diagnosed patients
- Patient advocacy and outreach program
Most importantly, your support helps ensure that patients and caregivers can find hope, answers, and a community when they need it most.
For 22 years, NCAN has been the place people turn when they hear the words:
"You have neuroendocrine cancer."
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Join Us for an Evening of Celebration
The Celebration of Life Gala is more than a fundraiser.
It is a reunion of a community that understands the NET journey in a way few others can.
Enjoy:
- Cocktail reception
- Dinner and dessert
- Dancing and entertainment
- Exciting raffles and silent auction opportunities
- The presentation of the Thomas O'Dorisio Award for Excellence in NET Leadership
- The NCAN Above and Beyond Award
- Inspiring stories of hope, resilience, and advocacy
Most importantly, you'll spend the evening surrounded by people whose lives have been touched by the power of community.
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Patients First
A patient should never miss this evening because of financial barriers.
If cost is a hardship, simply call or email us at 866-850-9555 / info@netcancerawareness.org
Because patients belong in this room.
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Reserve Your Place
Individual Ticket
$150
Table of 10
$1,300
Gather family, friends, colleagues, fellow advocates, or members of your support group and celebrate together.
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Commemorative Journal Opportunities
Honor a loved one. Celebrate a survivor. Recognize a caregiver. Thank a physician. Promote your business.
The Celebration of Life Journal is a cherished tradition that allows families, supporters, and businesses to share messages of hope while supporting NCAN's mission.
Journal Advertising Opportunities
Line of Text
(In Memory of…, Congratulations…, etc.)
$35
1/8 Page or Business Card
$100
1/4 Page
$175
1/2 Page
$350
Full Page
$500
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Every Family Has a Story.
For more than two decades, NCAN has helped families move from fear to hope.
"My husband left actually hopeful that he can lead a full life with this diagnosis."
— Jackie
On November 14, we invite you to celebrate the lives already changed and help create hope for the families still searching for answers.
Because every family has a story.
And together, we're helping write the next chapter.
Join Us at the 23rd Annual Celebration of Life Gala
Click on the 'Tickets and Donations' button above
