Annual Events
Join us at one of our annual events
Cancer Support Community Los Angeles’ ability to offer free support programs relies on the generosity of our community donors. Each year, we host events that are heartfelt, inspiring and fun to raise the necessary funds for our programs. By purchasing tickets to our fundraising events, you are making a difference in the lives of patients and families that are touched by cancer.
Unable to join us in person? Monetary donations & in-kind auction or raffle prize donations are always appreciated, or show your support by spreading awareness!
Upcoming:
Cancer Support Community Los Angeles will be participating as an official charity again next year in the LA Marathon, taking place in March, 2027!
Are you interested in walking or running in the LA 5K, Charity Half Marathon, or Full Marathon in support of CSCLA’s free mental health and wellness programs? Click here if you are interested or want to learn more!
Past Events:
Community is Stronger than Cancer Day
The theme of this year’s Cancer Survivors celebration was Savor the Sweet Life—we had ice cream, decorated cookies, made candy keychains, had raffle prizes, and much more! Click here for photos and details.
Gilda Gala 2026
We raised over a quarter of a million dollars at the Gilda Gala on May 28, 2026, at The London West Hollywood! Click here for highlights and photos from the evening!
Over the Edge 2025
After an incredible inaugural year, we held our second urban rappelling fundraiser, Over the Edge, on October 4, 2025. Participants signed up to fundraise $1,000 or more to rappel the 14-story Andaz West Hollywood in support of CSCLA’s programs. Family members and loved ones gathered at our Landing Party, where we will be cheered on our rappelers, enjoyed a live DJ, free refreshments, partner activations, aura photography, and more!—all to spread awareness and support CSCLA!
Click here for highlights.
Gilda Gala 2025
Our annual Gilda Gala was held Thursday, May 15, 2025 at the iconic Andaz West Hollywood hotel. Click here for highlights.
Broadway Sings for CSC
Broadway stars Steven Skeels, Kelli James, and Jerad Bortz joined forces in Palm Springs on Saturday, April 6 for one unforgettable night of music, with proceeds benefitting Cancer Support Community.
Off the Top! With Jason Kravits
On March 7, 2024, we had a wonderful evening of laughter, music, and entertainment with Off the Top! by TV and Broadway veteran Jason Kravits at the Catalina Club. Click here to view photos from the event.
Celebrating Diverse Voices in the Cancer Journey: A Narrative Medicine Approach
On Saturday, November 11th, 2023 we gathered to celebrate the culmination of our Narrative Medicine workshop series which engaged marginalized and under-resourced cancer patients and families in a series of online Narrative Medicine workshops. Click here to view photos from the event.
Health Equity Summit: Elevating Patient Narrative in Cancer Care
Thanks for joining CSCLA’s 2023 Health Equity Summit: Elevating Patient Narrative in Cancer Care on September 21 & 22. Click here to view video recordings from this virtual event.
Gilda Gala 2023
On May 18, 2023 we brought together supporters and partners at The New Mart in DTLA for CSCLA’s Annual Gala. We honored Dr. Jennifer Linehan of Providence Saint John’s Cancer Institute and Dr. Raul Mena of The Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Burbank for their incredible contributions to the cancer community. Click here for photos from the event!
Palm Springs Launch Party 2023
On March 25, 2023, CSCLA celebrated its launch in the Palm Springs and Coachella Valley. We gathered supporters and partners to help us raise awareness of our services and foster new collaborations in this area. Click here for photos of the event!
40th Anniversary Gala 2022
In December of 2022 we celebrated 40 years of positively impacting the lives of tens of thousands of people in Los Angeles and millions around the world affected by cancer, all without the burden of cost for services. Check out highlights from the event! And see photos from the evening here.
Health Equity Summit 2022: Mental Health in Quality Cancer Care
Content experts in the fields of psychology, public health, and oncology care to present on topics highlighting existing racial, cultural and gender biases in healthcare with a call to action to make change. Click here to learn more about our 2022 Summit presenters and watch recordings of the event.
Spirit of Community: A Stay at Home Affair
Guests enjoy an inspiring program that salutes the spirit of camaraderie that invigorates our greater Los Angeles cancer care community. Click here to view the 2022 Virtual Spirit of Community Luncheon & Tribute Journal
Ice Cream Social 2022
In June, CSCLA welcomed participants new and old back to our community center with an ice cream social and open house tours. Smiles were abundant along with delicious ice cream from Carvel! Click here to view more photos from the day!
Holiday in the Park 2021
