Do you think it's possible the American Cancer Society would turn down a $250,000 donation because it's from a non-theist organization?

Do you think it's possible the American Cancer Society would turn down a $250,000 donation because it's from a non-theist organization?
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No. I think they would take money from the devil himself.
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