Call-on Congress 2026

Call-on Congress is Fight Colorectal Cancer’s (Fight CRC) signature advocacy event. Now in its 20th year, Call-on Congress was born from Fight CRC founder Nancy Roach’s vision and deeply held belief that advocacy has to be at the heart of what we do at Fight CRC, and that patients need to be at the table where policy decisions are being made.

Fight CRC proudly remains the sole colorectal cancer patient advocacy organization that hosts a day of advocacy in Washington, D.C., where patients, survivors, caregivers, loved ones, and medical professionals meet with elected officials to share their stories. Our devoted advocacy team at Fight CRC ensures every advocate is well-equipped to share their story to create policy change.

• Fight CRC Swag Bag
• Virtual & in-person advocacy training
• Access to exclusive advocacy resources
• Scheduled congressional meetings
• Meals (Monday breakfast & lunch, and Tuesday breakfast & dinner)

• Training Materials: Prior to the event, review any training materials provided to familiarize yourself with key talking points and advocacy strategies.
• Community Engagement: Join the Community of Champions to access the latest updates on the event schedule, hotel information, volunteer opportunities, and advocacy trainings.
• Attire: Bring all your blue! Dress in casual attire for training sessions and business casual for meetings on Capitol Hill. Comfortable shoes are recommended due to walking distances.

There is a Fight CRC room block availability at a discounted rate of $185.00 a night.

To make participation accessible for everyone, we offer scholarships that help cover the costs of attending Call-on Congress. These scholarships ensure that all voices can be part of the movement for policy change.

Advocate Travel Scholarship
Designed for adult advocates to help offset travel costs to attend Call-on Congress.
Application Deadline: 11:59 PM EST on 11/21/2025
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Junior Advocate Leadership Scholarship
Designed for youth advocates ages 13–18 who are eager to actively participate in advocacy. This award also helps support the travel of a parent or guardian so the junior advocate and adult can fully engage in Call-on Congress.

Info: Join us on the National Mall to bring United in Blue to life. Together, we’ll plant 27,400 blue flags, each symbolizing a young person projected to face colorectal cancer in the year 2030. Join us as a volunteer—everyone is welcome, including kids! Even if you are limited by physical constraints, there are plenty of other ways to get involved on-site

Info: Find tools and information for every step of your colorectal cancer journey. Connect with your fellow advocates from your state or across the country: Now’s the time to connect with community! This relaxed gathering sets the stage for collaboration and inspiration as we prepare to make our voices heard. Light refreshments provided.

Info: Empower your advocacy journey with this essential training session! Learn how to:

Make Your Voice Heard: Understand the tools and techniques needed to create lasting change in colorectal cancer policy and funding.

Share Your Story: Craft a compelling and impactful narrative that connects your personal experience to our shared mission.

Prepare for Congressional Meetings: Gain confidence with practical tips and strategies to engage policymakers effectively.

Info: Celebrate the effort behind United in Blue at our evening rally on the National Mall. Shine a spotlight on colorectal cancer and honor the collective work that made this display possible.

Info: Call-on Congress attendees take their advocacy to Capitol Hill! Meet with elected officials and their staff to champion colorectal cancer policy change.

Info: Celebration Dinner: Y2K Denim Party
Throw it back to the 2000s! Dress in your best denim, rhinestones, metallics, and Y2K-inspired style for a fun, nostalgic night. Celebrate your advocacy on Capitol Hill and the great work meeting with elected officials and their staff to champion colorectal cancer policy change. In the evening, join us for our Celebration Dinner honoring the many years of Fight CRC’s advocacy and impact. ?

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hilton Arlington National Landing, 2399 Richmond Highway, Arlington, United States