Light Up Amber for Appendix Cancer 2025

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The objective of this campaign is to shine a light on this rare but increasingly prevalent cancer by illuminating landmarks nationwide and beyond.

It is crucial to understand that often there are no symptoms of appendiceal cancer. And when there are symptoms, they are often missed or misdiagnosed as they frequently mimic those of hernias, ovarian or uterine masses, Crohn’s or other GI diseases, or are so vague that they are repeatedly dismissed. Meanwhile, the cancer progresses, making it all the more challenging to treat once it is finally properly diagnosed. In fact, a significantly large portion of cases of appendiceal cancer are not properly diagnosed until the disease has already perforated the appendix and tumors have spread throughout the abdomen. In those cases where patients present with symptoms of simple appendicitis, the appendiceal tumor can be missed, and the patient is sent home from the hospital with a prescribed course of antibiotics to treat. This is particularly relevant for adults over the age of 50 who might experience symptoms associated with appendicitis, as these symptoms in older patients are increasingly thought to signal a potential appendiceal tumor.

ACPMP Needs Your Help! Ask your local landmarks to light up amber and then fill out this form so we can add it to the list.

We encourage the community to share photos of the illuminated landmark on social media with the hashtags #AmberForAppendixCancer and #TurnAugustAmber and to spread information about the importance of early detection and specialized care for appendix cancer. All photo submissions will be entered for raffle prizes at the end of August! You can also submit your pictures to lightup@acpmp.org

What is Appendix Cancer Awareness Month?

August is recognized as the official Appendix Cancer Awareness Month to increase awareness of this rare cancer and the need for MORE research to discover new treatments with the hope of one day finding a cure. The ACPMP Research Foundation was established in 2008 to fund research and education to improve the diagnosis and treatment of appendix cancer. As part of our educational efforts, ACPMP is excited to promote August as the official awareness month for appendix cancer.

Along with establishing amber as the official ribbon color for appendix cancer, having an established awareness month further enhances ACPMP’s critical mission. To that end, in August, ACPMP will produce programming throughout the month of August to raise awareness of appendix cancer to improve the diagnosis and treatment of patients with this rare and complex cancer that claims the lives of many every year. Each and every patient’s life is precious beyond measure. Appendiceal cancer is what claimed the lives of Audrey Hepburn, ESPN personality Stuart Scott, mystery author Sue Grafton, mystery author and avid ACPMP supporter, Carol Higgins Clark, and just this past January, actor Adan Canto.

View all programming for the month of August here.

2025 Participating Landmarks Coming Soon

View 2024’s list of participating landmarks.

United States

Alaska
JL Tower, Anchorage (August 26 – 30)

Arizona
Mayo Clinic, Phoenix (August 17)

Arkansas
Union Plaza Building, Little Rock (August 15)

California
Sails Pavilion, San Diego (August 17)
San Diego Convention Center, San Diego (August 17)

Delaware
Legislative Hall, Dover (August 16 – 18)

Florida
Carl D. Brorein Bridge, Tampa (August 17)
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, Tampa (August 17)
Kennedy Boulevard Bridge, Tampa (August 17)
Laurel Street Bridge, Tampa (August 17)
Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville (August 17)
Old City Hall, Tampa (August 17)
Platt Street Bridge, Tampa (August 17)
Tampa Riverwalk, Tampa (August 17)

Hawaii
Aloha Tower, Honolulu (August)

Idaho
8th & Main, Boise (August 17)

Illinois
875 North Michigan Ave, Chicago (August 5)
Berman Tower, Aurora (August 5 – 9)
Building Owners and Managers Association of Chicago, Chicago (August)
Murray Baker Bridge, Peoria (August 17)
One Two Pru, Chicago (August 17)
The Wrigley Building Clock Tower, Chicago (August 17)
Willis Tower, Chicago (August 13 – 14)
Wrigley Field Marquee, Chicago
Wrigley Field 5th Inning Message, Chicago (August 17)

Iowa
Chris and Marcie Coleman Bridge, Des Moines (August 17)
Financial Center, Des Moines (August 1 – 5)
Fleur Drive (Ruan Connector), Des Moines (August 17)
Iowa City City Hall, Iowa City (August 19 – 30)
Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge, Des Moines (August 17)
Jefferson Street Viaduct, Ottumwa (August 1)
Norbert F. Beckey Bridge, Muscatine (August 1)
Pedestrian Mall, Iowa City (August 19 – 30)
SkyBridge, Davenport (August 5 – 11)

Massachusetts
Gillette Stadium, Foxborough (August 3)

Michigan
The Blue Bridge, Grand Rapids (August 14 – 18)
Gilda’s Club, Royal Oak (August 1)

Minnesota
France Ave, Edina (August 20)
Lowry Ave Bridge, Minneapolis (August 22)
Mayo Clinic, Rochester (August 17)

Missouri
James S McDonnell Planetarium, Saint Louis (August 10)
Legacy Bank and Trust, Springfield (August 21)
Obelisk – TA Travel Center, Mt. Vernon (August)
Union Station, Kansas City (August 10)

Nebraska
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, Omaha (August 17)

New Hampshire
Memorial Bridge, Portsmouth (August 10)

New Jersey
Benjamin Franklin Bridge, Camden (August 24)
Hunterdon County Historic Courthouse, Flemington (August)
Midland Park Borough Hall, Midland Park (August 19 – 25)
The Stony Pony, Asbury Park (August 8)

New York
The Metropolitan, Rochester (August 1)
Mid-Hudson Bridge, Poughkeepsie (August 16)
Niagara Falls, Buffalo (August 24 | 10:15 – 10:30pm | watch live)
Peace Bridge, Buffalo (August 17)

North Carolina
The Vue, Charlotte (August)
Green Street Pedestrian Bridge, Winston-Salem (August 9 – August 23)
Liberty Street Strollway Bridge, Winston-Salem (August 9 – August 23)
Merschel Park, Winston-Salem (August 9 – August 23)
Twin Arches, Winston-Salem (August 9 – August 23)

Ohio
Terminal Tower, Cleveland (August 2)
The Dublin Link, Dublin (August 24)

Oklahoma
Skydance Bridge, Oklahoma City (August 17)

Oregon
Morrison Bridge Lighting Partner Program, Portland (August 17)

Pennsylvania
Gulf Tower, Pittsburgh (August 1)
Homestead Grays Bridge, Homestead (August 17)
Lt. Gov. Balcony Lights, Harrisburg (August 16 – 18)
One Liberty Place, Philadelphia (August 1)
PECO Crown Lights, Philadelphia (August 16 – 18)
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia (August)
Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex, Harrisburg (August 16 – 18)
Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia (August 17)

Rhode Island
Sakonnet River Bridge, Jamestown (August 1)

South Carolina
Beacon of Hope at Cancer Survivors Park Alliance, Greenville (August)

South Dakota
Arc of Dreams, Sioux Falls (August 30)

Tennessee
Tennessee State Capital Cupola, Nashville (August 23 – 25)

Texas
Alamo Quarry Smokestacks, San Antonio (August 5 – 8)

Utah
Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City (August 2 – 4)

Virginia
VA Aquarium, Virginia Beach (TBD)
The Slover, Norfolk (August)

Wisconsin
600 East, Milwaukee (August 26)
American Family Field, Milwaukee (August 26)
Baird Center, Milwaukee (August 26)
Discovery World, Milwaukee (August 26)
Gas Light Building, Milwaukee (August 26)
MGIC, Milwaukee (August 26)
Mitchell Park Domes, Milwaukee (August 26)
Pritzlaff Building, Milwaukee (August 26)
Schlitz Park, Milwaukee (August 26)
US Bank Center, Milwaukee (August 26)
Wisconsin Center District, Milwaukee (August 26)

Canada

Alberta
Calgary Tower, Calgary (August 12)

British Columbia
Science World, Vancouver (August 6)

Manitoba
Esplanade Riel Bridge, Winnipeg (August 15)
Winnipeg Sign, Winnipeg (August 15)

Ontario
CN Tower, Toronto (August 4 – 5)
London Ontario City Hall Building, London (August 30 – 31)
Toronto Sign, Toronto (August 30)

Please check back frequently for updates. This is a fluid list, and lighting feasibility and confirmation are subject to change.

Note: All lighting partners participating in this campaign will light in the Appendix Cancer Awareness ribbon color of amber. In the event of lighting limitations, yellow, gold, and/or orange will be used. Landmarks will light up throughout August.

If you would like to join our campaign, please contact us.

If you would like to volunteer for future awareness, education, or fundraising efforts, please fill out this form.

Submit your pictures to lightup@acpmp.org

We encourage the community to share photos of the illuminated landmark on social media by tagging us @appendixcancerpmp on Instagram or Facebook with the hashtags #AmberForAppendixCancer and #TurnAugustAmber and to spread information about the importance of early detection and specialized care for appendix cancer. All photo submissions will be entered for a raffle prize at the end of August!