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

TIM & MAUREEN MCCARTHY

As two of our best ambassadors, Tim & Maureen McCarthy generously volunteer their time to represent Golf Fights Cancer at The Northeast Golf Show. Interacting with hundreds of potential supporters who walked by the GFC booth, Tim and Maureen were eager to share our mission and impact and offer unique ways for golfers to get involved.

Team ellie

Leading a 4-person team comprised of her sisters, Taryn and Michelle, and her close friend, Melanie, Lisa Kavalieros trained, fundraised, and completed the Boston Marathon in memory of her daughter, Ellie, in support of children diagnosed with DIPG/DMG. Raising $100,000 towards research for this always-fatal cancer, Team Ellie remains committed to funding ground-breaking clinical trials.

Taylor Thompson, Josh Kalita & Isabel moore

After years of volunteering for GFC as emerging professionals, Josh Kalita, Isabel Moore & Taylor Thompson were inspired to host a Young Professionals fundraiser in the Jacksonville area. Josh, Isabel and Taylor led the planning efforts for a festive evening of music and philanthropy, introducing many of their friends and colleagues to GFC and the contagious power of giving back.