Step one: See a world without blood cancer as a possibility.

Step two: Do something about it.

Every year, community leaders across the country commit to that second step through our Visionaries of the Year campaign. They see that more is possible for patients, survivors, and families—and they raise awareness and funds for Blood Cancer United’s mission to help make it happen.

It’s a big undertaking. So today, we’re thrilled to congratulate the National top fundraisers of the 2026 Visionaries of the Year campaign.

Andy Calvert stepped up this year after his father was diagnosed with a form of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). Andy, with the help of his passionate team, led a standout campaign, engaging colleagues and community members to secure meaningful donations and share our mission—earning him the top national spot this year.

We’re grateful to have two fantastic Runners-Up for 2026. Emily Krasnicki carried her local team legacy forward and honored a close friend’s blood cancer diagnosis just 3 weeks into her campaign. For Martha Newsom, a long family history with blood cancer and decades with Team In Training led to her passionate candidacy this year.

We’re also proud to recognize the outstanding leaders who earned this year’s All Star Visionaries of the Year and Team Members of the Year honors.

This year’s leaders were bold, heart-led, and passionate about pushing our mission forward. Congratulations to every team, candidate, team member, and supporter who made Visionaries of the Year so bright in 2026!

Find out more about this year's winners—what motivated them and how they reached the top spots.