On February 14th, one of my close friends (and Barry the Bowel Team Leader) was diagnosed with colon cancer at the age of 35. The Colon Cancer Coalition focuses on increasing screening rates and education. The chance of surviving colon cancer goes up with early detection & treatment, but only 40% of colon cancers are found in the early stages. Additionally, colorectal cancer rates are on the rise in adults under the age of 40 and and people younger than 55 are more likely to be diagnosed with late stage cancer than older people. The Colon Cancer Coalition focuses on "keeping funds local", distributing grants in the cities where the events take place, so your donation goes towards helping people in our local communities.

Thank you so much for your support!