Blood cancer affects thousands of people every year. It can be life-threatening and requires long treatment. Patients and families often face stress, high costs, and uncertainty. Research and support programs are needed to improve survival and quality of life.
Blood Cancer United works to cure blood cancer and support patients and families. They fund research and provide resources to improve care and treatment outcomes. To support this mission, they host the The Leukemia Ball.
The event will take place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It is a black-tie gala with dinner, auctions, and live entertainment. When people attend or donate, they help fund research and patient support programs. Their support helps improve treatment and bring hope to those fighting blood cancer.
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The Leukemia Ball
Saturday, May 30th, 2026 – Walter E. Washington Convention CenterBlood Cancer United is the largest global nonprofit focused on serving all blood cancer patients. And we have been since 1949. Our mission is to cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life for all patients and their families.
Join the 39th annual Blood Cancer United signature black tie event – The Leukemia Ball for an inspirational evening filled with an impactful mission program, silent and live auctions, cocktails, a plated dinner, and headlining entertainment.
Over the last three decades, the Leukemia Ball has raised over $78 million for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – now Blood Cancer United. Our fundraising goal for 2026 is $2.5 million.