Gordy's Give Back Day
Celebrate 40 Years of Impact on May 1, 2025!
Honor Dr. Gordy Klatt’s legacy by donating or fundraising at least $40 to support the American Cancer Society and power the fight against cancer. His 24-hour run in 1985 sparked a global movement, and now it’s our turn to fuel the next chapter. Join us in making the next 40 years even more impactful—donate or fundraise today to help end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
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Why Support Relay For Life?
More than 2 million new cancer cases are expected in the U.S. in 2025, with over 600,000 deaths. We must act now to ensure equal access to cancer care for everyone.
The American Cancer Society's Impact
- We touch 152 million lives every year.
- We fund $450 million in research grants driving cancer breakthroughs.
- We’ve helped reduce cancer death rates by 33% since 1991, saving 4.1 million lives.
- We provide 760,000 free rides to treatment and 500,000 free nights of lodging annually.
Gordy Klatt walking the track in 1985, Tacoma, WA.
Volunteers continue Gordy's legacy today.
$40 Fundraising Ideas
Here are some easy ways to raise $40 in just one day for Gordy Give Back Day on May 1, 2025. Don’t forget—you can use the FUNdraising app to accept donations via credit card, check, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Venmo!
- The $10 Challenge – Ask four friends to donate $10 each. Quick and easy!
- Social Media Blitz – Post your Relay fundraising link with a personal story (don’t forget a photo!) and ask for small donations. You might hit $40 in minutes!
- Lunch or Coffee for a Cause – Ask coworkers, friends, or family to donate what they would have spent on lunch or coffee today.
- Venmo Challenge – Post on social media asking friends to send $5 or $10 via Venmo and watch the donations add up.
- Quick Bake Sale – Bring cookies, brownies, or snacks to work or school and ask for small donations in exchange.
- Walk or Run for Donations – Commit to walking or running a certain distance and ask for $5 per mile or lap.
- Speed Fundraise with the FUNdraising App – Text, call, or message friends and ask them to give just $5 each—done in no time!
Every $40 raised honors Gordy’s impact and fuels the next 40 years of Relay For Life. Let’s make a difference together! 💜