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Let’s be honest, not everyone likes asking for money, but everyone loves helping people.

When you step up to be a Champion of Hope, you're doing more than making a donation—you're rallying your community to help cancer patients in real, life-changing ways. By sharing your story and inviting friends and family to give, you expand our reach and bring more people into this mission of hope. People are far more likely to give when someone they know and trust asks them to—and that's where you come in.

Here’s How to Get Started and Inspire Others to Give

We get it—asking for donations can feel awkward. But making a difference in someone’s life? That feels amazing. The good news? You don’t have to be a professional to make a big impact. You just need a story, a heart, and a Wi-Fi connection. We’ll help you take it from there.

  • Step 1: Say “Yes”! Start by deciding you’re ready to make a difference. By becoming a Champion of Hope, you’ll be helping local cancer patients get critical support for transportation, housing, groceries, and more.

  • Step 2: Tell Us You’re In. Email Tina Laseter or call 706-353-4354. We’ll help you get set up with your own custom fundraising page. We’ll do the tech stuff so you can focus on the heart stuff.

  • Step 3: Set a Goal. Think about how much you’d like to raise—and by when. Whether it’s $250 in two weeks or $1,000 by your birthday, having a goal gives your campaign focus and helps others rally around your mission. All campaigns must be complete by

  • Step 4: Let Us Know "What’s Your Why.” We’ll help you write a short message to post on your personal page—your story, your connection to the cause, or simply why helping people fighting cancer matters to you.

  • Step 5: Spread the Word. We’ll send you ready-to-go social media posts and images so you can share your campaign with your friends and family. All you have to do is copy, paste, post—and maybe add a cute emoji or two.

  • Step 6: Keep It Going. Every now and then follow up with a quick thank-you or update on social media or through text message. You’ll be surprised how many people just need a little nudge (and a good cause!) to take action.

  • Step 7: Celebrate the Impact. We’ll provide updates on how your efforts are helping local families that you can share with friends and family. We’ll even help you out by sending a personalize handwritten thank you note to each of your friends and family who donate.

Champions of Hope will receive:

Become a Champion of Hope and help a family impacted by cancer get the food, transportation, and critical assistance they need during these uncertain times? With the current economic challenges, many cancer patients are struggling more than ever. The Cancer Foundation has a goal to collectively raise $35,000 before June 1, 2025. With your help we can do it and to show our gratitude individuals that participate will receive the following:

  • All participants will be recognized on the “Champions of Hope” page of our website.

  • All participants will receive public recognition through our “Champions of Hope Thank You” social media campaign starting in July.

  • Top 5 Finalists will receive 2 reserved seats at our annual “Beyond the Battle Brunch on June 10, 2025 and will be recognized in the event slide show.

  • Top Champion for Hope will receive 2 tickets to our annual Sip ‘N Shuck signature event on September 18, 2025.

  • Top Champion for Hope will be featured in our annual report in October.

Champions of Hope Make a Significant Impact

As a Champion of Hope, you’ll join a group of dedicated supporters using their stories, compassion, and connections to help ease the burden for local cancer patients. Last year, our Champions of Hope raised over $35,000, helping nearly 50 cancer patients with critical, day-to-day needs bringing comfort and hope to those who need it most.