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Fundraising

Cancer is personal. Each of us has been touched by it, and that connection drives us to act.

NFCR is honored you’ve chosen to take action with us, supporting the scientists and research that will make real cures possible for everyone touched by cancer. Whether with a pen, with your team, on a canvas, or with your community, there is a way for you to give and move the needle. Explore the options below to find the path that fits your passion and see how to get started.

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Your idea. Your way.

Personal, team and DIY fundraising

What drives you? Make it a fundraiser. Celebrate a milestone, take on a challenge or host a community event, then invite friends and family to join you in supporting NFCR research.

NFCR programs give you ways to turn the things that matter to you into awareness and support for cancer research.

Personal / team fundraising

Personal / team fundraising

What drives you? Make it a fundraiser. Celebrate a milestone, take on a challenge or host a community event, then invite friends and family to join you in supporting NFCR research.

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DIY fundraising

DIY fundraising

Make your passion count. Host a birthday fundraiser, a gaming marathon or a community challenge. With DIY fundraising, you choose the activity and rally people around the cause.

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You’re only a few steps away from getting started. Decide which fundraising option is right for you, then use your idea to set a goal. It’s okay to start small. Invite supporters to join you, and contact us for support, whether it’s help setting up your fundraising page or educational materials to share. We can help you help us, and make the experience fun. Involve family, friends and your community to multiply your impact.

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Find a cause that feels personal

Campaign participation

Stop the Surge

Explore Stop the Surge to learn how NFCR’s campaign supports cancer research focused on early detection, effective intervention and AI, helping to end rising cancer rates among younger people. See the campaign’s current priorities and participation information.

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No-Shave November

Explore NFCR’s No-Shave November team as a seasonal way to raise awareness and support cancer research. Participation details and the current campaign year must be confirmed before this option is promoted.

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Youth participation

Cancer is personal, and you don’t have to wait to make a difference. NFCR Youth Ambassadors bring energy, creativity and a powerful voice to the fight against cancer. Speak up for research, raise awareness in your school or community, or start a fundraiser around something you love. However you get involved, you’re helping scientists work toward cures.

Learn about Youth Ambassadors

Fundraising impact and closing invitation

Your gift is personal, too. Every action and contribution, in every form, brings scientists closer to cures for the people we love. Funds raised by our community support research toward earlier diagnosis, intervention to stop cancer in its earliest stages, and prevention. Thank you for being part of the answer. Want to see how your gift is put to work? Explore the links below. Together, we can make cures possible for all cancers.

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