#24FacesCancer – Team Cootie Jones

At the age of 26, on the brink of starting a new job after a summer of travel, there could be no bigger surprise than hearing the words, “malignant tumor,” and being handed a pamphlet titled “What is Cancer?”. I had been having pain and slight swelling in the cartilage of my left ear for […]

#24FacesCancer – Crank Mafia

If you’re familiar with the works of Mel Brooks, and particularly the cult-classic Blazing Saddles, then it’s likely you’d remember the phrase, “Do it for Randolph Scott.” In the 1974 classic comedy, the sheriff has to rally his town residents to take a stand and fight together against the villain. When the townspeople want to […]

#24FacesCancer – Julie Pitt

One of the best parts about 24 Foundation events is how they bring people together. Walking around the Charlotte event’s “Bootyville” campsite or the 3 mile loop through the Myers Park neighborhood, you will see strangers cheering on strangers, family supporting their loved ones, and friends sharing their respect for those that inspire them. When […]

24 Foundation Announces Beneficiary Updates

Our passion for championing cancer survivorship and changing the course of cancer runs deep. Through our three annual events and our year round approach to raising funds that benefit survivorship navigation programs throughout the U.S., we are able to bring tangible hope and equipment to those in the midst of their own cancer journeys. This […]

#24FacesCancer – Warriors Team Shay

All cancer stories are similar in that they create a sense of fear and sadness, a hopeless urge to help. Yet, some stories hit harder than others when that fear turns into sorrow. Kerry Grinkmeyer’s story of his team, Warriors Team Shay, dedicated to the memory of his daughter, Shannon, is one of those stories […]