Honorees

The Beacon of Hope Award was established in 2015 to recognize an entity or individual in our community who provides significant contributions to end the fight against cancer in Hawaii. These advocates demonstrate outstanding commitment to the mission of American Cancer Society in the areas of patient care, advocacy, access to care and/or health disparities. Our 2018 recipient of the Beacon of Hope Award is Lawrence “Larry” Rodriguez.

Larry joined the Clarence T.C. Ching Hope Lodge Hawaii Capital Campaign Cabinet in 2014. His determination and perseverance to bring awareness of this important project and raise the significant capital to bring Hope Lodge to fruition was instrumental in the success of the campaign. Larry worked closely with ACS Major Gifts Director, Cathy Alsup to open doors and articulate the need for Hope Lodge to businesses, foundations and individuals.