Golf Fights Cancer

Empowering Difference Makers

Get sponsored. Play 100 holes. Fight cancer.

CHASING THE FINISH LINE

Seldom fast, but determined to finish, and always committed to having our race efforts be meaningful, GFC marathoners help make strides in the fight against cancer. Since our inception, scores of runners have raised millions through Boston Marathon fundraising.

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PARTNERS WITH A PURPOSE

GFC inspires people that we can accomplish so much more when we come together as one.

OUR STORY

ALL FORE ONE…AND ONE FORE ALL

Our founders created GFC with the belief that there's tremendous giving power in the golf community. Your involvement with our efforts allows us to make a tangible difference for both patients and their families.

WHAT WE DO

EMPOWER DIFFERENCE MAKERS

CHASING THE FINISH LINE

PARTNERS WITH A PURPOSE

ALL FORE ONE…AND ONE FORE ALL

our mission

Inspire and empower golfers to make a difference in the fight against cancer.

Raise funds to make tangible improvements in the cancer-care experience for patients and their families.

Create opportunities to activate the collective fundraising power of the golf community.

how you can help

$14.5 Million
granted since 2004

Run, walk, play golf,
host an event

Many grants,
one common cause

Where the Money Goes

Grant Allocation % by Category

RECENT BENEFICIARIES

Mia’s Miracles provides small blessings with large impacts, bringing smiles and positivity to children and families facing challenging circumstances. The organization was founded by Camilo & Maria Villegas in memory of their daughter, Mia, who passed away in 2020 at the age of 22 months following a 6-month battle with cancer.

NYU Langone Health’s Palliative Care program maximizes health outcomes and quality of life, supports complex decision making and reduces suffering and barriers to care at every stage of treatment.

For over ten years, Challenge Unlimited at Ironstone Farm has been offering free programs to people whose lives have been affected by cancer. Run by professional facilitators, The Equine Encounter Cancer Program focuses on discovering the powerful relationship between horse and human. Exploring this bond helps to build a renewed sense of self, overcome fears and insecurities, increase confidence, and serve as a reminder of one’s own strength.

spotlighting OUR HEROES

Bill McHugh

If you know Bill McHugh, you know all about Golf Fights Cancer! As one of our mission’s best ambassadors, Bill takes every opportunity to raise awareness about GFC’s impact. Participating in his sixth Golf Marathon, Bill and his honorary caddie, son Will, raised more than $23,000 from more than 150 donors! Bill’s genuine care and concern for those facing cancer is unmatched.

Kevin & Kym Jones

Steadfast in preserving their daughter’s legacy, Kevin and Kym Jones successfully participated in GFC’s inaugural JAX Golf Marathon. Raising over $10,000 in memory of Ava Grace, who passed away in 2023 after a brave battle with rare pediatric cancer, the Joneses remain committed to supporting other families walking the same difficult journey.

Robbie & Matt Mcdonough

Inspired by the strength and bravery by their grandparents during their cancer journey, the brothers Robbie & Matt McDonough completed the 2024 Main Marathon and successfully raised $4,000 to assist other families facing this disease. We salute these young leaders for finding their own creative challenge to benefit the greater GFC community.