Action Alerts

Nearly 20,000 volunteer advocates across all 50 states affect change at the local, state, and national levels annually. Stay atop the latest action alerts below or by becoming an advocate. With thousands beside us, our collective voices and actions are a powerful force for progress.

Secure the Future of Brain Tumor Research

Congress has passed the FY26 budget, securing vital funding for the NIH, NCI,. While we celebrate these wins, your voice is needed to ensure medical research remains a priority in the upcoming FY27 budget and to advance the BRAIN Act. Send a message to your members of Congress today to thank them for their support and urge continued momentum.

Advance The Bolstering Research And Innovation Now (BRAIN) Act (H.R.2767, S.1330)

You can help build momentum for this historic bill – designed to address the unique needs of the brain tumor community, from basic research and drug development to survivorship care – by urging your members of Congress to co-sponsor and pass it. By taking action today, you can directly impact the lives of patients and families who are counting on breakthroughs for rare and highly deadly cancers.

Meet with Congress on Capitol Hill

Register today for the National Brain Tumor Society’s signature advocacy event, Head to the Hill. On May 3-5, 2026, hundreds of volunteers will share their personal stories with Congress in Washington, D.C. to advocate for critical brain tumor research investments and supportive legislation. Join a united brain tumor community to urge policymakers to prioritize the urgent needs of patients and caregivers.

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