March is finally here and we're ready to GET LOUD! Join us this March to raise awareness for colorectal cancer and save lives.

We’ve got everything you need to raise awareness:

• SURVEY DATA: Colorectal Cancer and COVID-19. 
• FACT SHEET: Stats & facts to quote and share.
• GRAPHICS & LOGOS: Download free graphics and request the Fight CRC logo for your awareness needs.
• EVENTS: Sign up for Call-on Congress.
• ADVOCACY: Use your voice through our online Action Center.
• VOLUNTEER: Become a Resource Champion and get materials to patients and medical professionals in YOUR community.
• DONATE: Give to support the cause.

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Meet the 2021 Ambassadors

Derek Kirkman

“Fight CRC’s Anjee Davis reached out to me when I was first diagnosed and she was a huge help. As a patient, it was terrifying to go through diagnosis and treatment, I was constantly looking for any info I could find. I’m ready to give back and share my experience to help others.”

STAGE IV SURVIVOR
Alpharetta, GA
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
6/16, Age 47
Follow him on Instagram: @dkirkman

Daniel Bloomgarden

“My desire to help other patients and caregivers has been building since I finished treatment, but I needed more time to raise a young family, grow in my career, and better understand the reverberations of survivorship. I walked away with goosebumps after learning what Fight CRC is all about. Part of the mission is that ‘No one fights alone’ and I’m ready to fight for others.”

STAGE III SURVIVOR
Larchmont, NY
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
10/13/14, Age 40
Follow him on Instagram and Twitter: @dbloomgarden

Courtney Maurer

“I think forming relationships at Fight CRC is important, and it’s kind of like a support system and family. I fight for others who are going through what I went through and for the caregivers. I also fight for myself since I was young when diagnosed. I want to be an advocate and spread awareness so others can prevent this cancer.”

STAGE IV SURVIVOR
Overland Park, KS
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
7/25/17, Age 29
Follow her on Instagram: @courtneyr13 and Twitter: @cancer_warrior

Jelena Tompkins

“I do a lot of sharing of information about CRC. I show what it’s like to go through treatment, and what life is like after cancer on social media. It’s the most exciting, easiest, and least stressful way for me to be involved. I wanted to become an Ambassador to take my involvement to the next level and connect more closely with other survivors while making a difference.”

STAGE III SURVIVOR
Colorado Springs, CO
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
5/25/16, Age 34
Follow her on Instagram: @colorado.jelena and Twitter: @Survivor_Jelena

Greg Vaughn

“I fight for those who need hope, encouragement, and the warrior mindset to win another day. I’m very passionate about not letting stage IV colorectal cancer keep me from enjoying life. I’m a pilot, a professional photographer who chases storms, a former professional cyclist, and I’ve run 97 marathons, and 17 ultra-marathons of 100 miles or more. I’m not about to let cancer scare me or keep me from doing what I love. I strongly believe that by sharing my story and experiences, I will encourage others to stay strong and never give up their own fight.”

STAGE IV SURVIVOR
Overland Park, KS
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
10/20/17, Age 48
Follow him on Instagram and Twitter: @gregvaughn913

Melvin Fernandes

“I am four years out from my diagnosis, and I feel it is time to spread the word about colorectal cancer. I want to educate people about this disease and help prevent deaths. I fight for those that can avoid or prevent getting this disease."

STAGE III SURVIVOR
Lyndhurst, OH
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
11/17/16, Age 42
Follow him on Instagram: @Melvin.fern

Joe Bullock

“I am a fighter! I fight to spread awareness about colorectal cancer. Early detection is crucial, a colonoscopy is important at age 45. My survivorship is what gives me hope. I’m involved with Fight CRC to promote research so others can survive.”

STAGE III SURVIVOR
Durham, NC
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
5/29/18, Age 50
Follow him on Instagram and Twitter: @Jbullock114

Scott Oomen

“I want to make people aware of the dangers of not getting screened and help them understand the symptoms that should lead to getting tested. Because Fight CRC has been instrumental in my recovery, I wanted to join them and become a national voice for early detection and testing.”

STAGE III SURVIVOR
Portage, MI
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
Age 44
Follow him on Instagram: @Scott_oomen

April Schack

“I fight for my family. When I first got sick, I was scared and had no idea what to expect. While going to treatments and building confidence, I met so many patients who were new and scared. It broke my heart and I don’t want anyone to ever feel alone.”

STAGE II SURVIVOR
New Castle, DE
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
9/18, Age 37
Follow her on Instagram: @Aprils01

Edward Gallagher

“I fight for the rights of all people; medical care is a human right. I’ve survived more than 55 rounds of chemo, and I want to show how there is life after a diagnosis. Cancer research gives me hope and I’ve become a relentless champion to provide optimism and because Fight CRC’s work in immunotherapy has directly affected my life.”

STAGE IV SURVIVOR
Arlington, VA
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
9/18, Age 37
Follow him on Twitter: @goodhikers1

Keilah Goff

“I fight for myself, everyone who currently fights, and all who could face a colorectal cancer diagnosis in the future. I want to educate the public on good health and dietary habits and proper screening to avoid the disease. I became an Ambassador to support research, encourage other patients to fight, and provide information on the best treatments available. I don’t want anyone else to face the devastating diagnosis I was given three years ago.”

STAGE IV SURVIVOR
Dunn, NC
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
12/30/17, Age 51
Follow her on Instagram: @KGCarolinaGirl on Twitter: @Carolina_Girl88

Dr. Carmen Fong

“I’ve joined the relentless champions of hope because I believe we should never give up on the fight for a cure or the access and funding needed to prevent colon cancer, both of which, I believe, are achievable in our lifetime. I fight for patient access to health care, patient dignity, and autonomy throughout the process.”

COLORECTAL SURGEON AT MOUNT SINAI
New York, NY

Linda Graffin

“I fight for my sister who passed away from colon cancer in 2017 and I fight for myself. I had stage II colon cancer but it would probably have been stage IV if not for her. I believe colorectal cancer should have the glitz of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. My passion is to raise awareness about disparities in access to care and the fact this disease can happen to young people.”

CAREGIVER & STAGE II SURVIVOR
Deerfield, WI
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
Her sister was diagnosed in 2/15 at age 46; Linda was diagnosed in 5/15 at age 42
Follow her on Instagram: @gunsolusgraffin

Lisa Johnson

“I fight for the former 26-year-old me who felt so alone and lost in a crowded world after an early-age onset diagnosis, and for the 27-year-old me who felt scared after a recurrence. Today, there is someone who is feeling the exact same way. My ‘cure’ was to pay it forward and do whatever I can for our cause. I’m not sure WHY I survived this beast, but I did and I want to spend every day fighting for change, conversation, awareness, and all those this disease has and will undoubtedly touch. I want those affected to know they are not alone and those who have gained their blue wings to know we will continue the fight for them.”

STAGE III SURVIVOR
Rivesville, WV
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
4/28/10, Age 26
Follow her on Instagram and Twitter: @CancerSheek

Evan White

“Being a relentless champion of hope is all about being a beacon of light for others. No matter how deep the valleys or how dark the struggles, we will continue to inspire others, stay positive, and live our lives to the fullest. I’m involved with Fight CRC because colorectal cancer isn’t just my fight and I hope my story and my experiences will give others hope.”

STAGE IV SURVIVOR
Keller, TX
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
7/10/17, Age 24
Follow him on Instagram and Twitter: @realevanwhite

Jacksonville, FL Family Caregivers
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
Tiffany was diagnosed 11/18, Age 32

Tamara Shaw

“I fight for my twin sister and I want her legacy to continue. I want to help others going through this journey like she did. I want to advocate on her behalf. It is my family’s mission to help make others aware of the seriousness of this cancer.”

Gwendolyn Bryant

“I strongly believe the screening age should be lowered for early detection. My 34-year-old twin daughter passed away in March 2020 from colon cancer and more young adults are being diagnosed. Tiffany was a nurse and advocate, she shared her story to help others. Her impact encouraged others to get screened and her legacy will live on. Our family will continue to FIGHT!”

Jonathan Ortiz

“I fight for my wife’s legacy, and everyone out there who is fighting colorectal cancer. She was only 32 when she was diagnosed and passed away in 2020. I want to bring more awareness to this disease, to the importance of early screenings, and to help those who are fighting to get the appropriate treatment they need. To me, being a relentless champion of hope looks like having a part in making sure no one else has to go through what I am. Fight CRC gives me a purpose outside of my home.”

Lynne Ireland-Knight

“We were like deer in the headlights when my son Jordan was diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer. It was uncharted territory. As he continues his fight, I want to stress the importance of early detection. No one is immune. I think the work Fight CRC does is incredibly important and invaluable to patients and their families. I’m here to offer comfort and hope when it is needed, realizing most of us can make a huge difference in others’ experiences.”

CAREGIVER
Bethel Park, PA
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
Jordan was diagnosed 9/18 at age 29
Follow her on Instagram: @lynneik

Richard Hays

“I want to help others so they will not suffer. Getting involved with Fight CRC showed me I’m not alone. I’m getting involved because it allows me to give back using my past experience in fundraising. Fight CRC has consistently communicated goals, programing, and future initiatives—giving its donors commitment to the cause.”

STAGE II SURVIVOR
Harwood, MD
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
Age 61

Rachel Moore

"I’m a wife, mother, and business owner whose life was flipped upside down with a very unexpected diagnosis. I work very hard to not only spread my message of early detection on my blog (shitsandgigglesinkc.com), but also the power of positivity. I believe my outlook and strong sense of hope have helped my treatments be successful. I also come from a unique story in that of my high school graduating class of 250 students, five of us have been diagnosed with CRC all under the age of 40. We are currently working to find out why this unusual and troubling situation has occurred.”

STAGE IV SURVIVOR
Overland Park, KS
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
3/24/19, Age 39
Follow her on Instagram: @the_moore_you_know_kc

Carole Motycka

“After I was diagnosed, I lost purpose and the grief was overwhelming. I yearned for a community that understood what it felt like to be in the prime of life, the best shape ever, and be struck with such a blow. I felt alone, I didn’t want anyone to experience that type of pain. I knew I wanted to engage in a community of people who would listen, understand, and help me find my new purpose. I am a relentless champion of hope to lead people to this community so they never feel alone.”

STAGE IV SURVIVOR
Wolcott, CT
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
4/9/16, Age 42
Follow her on Instagram: @swtcareline and Twitter: @ctycka

Edward Stratton

“When I was diagnosed, I knew nothing about colon cancer; I knew very little about any sort of cancer treatment in general. I learned most things through the stories and experiences of others. For that reason, I want to help with public awareness. I don’t feel that my story is unique, and that is specifically why it needs to be told.”

STAGE IV SURVIVOR
Ballwin, MO
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
4/1/19, Age 60
Follow him on Instagram: @edstratton

Beth Kornegay

“I fight for my son and my son’s future children so the word ‘cancer’ will not be something they need to worry about during their lifetime. Screenings are so important because they save lives—they saved mine. I was diagnosed 12/27/13 and remember that lost feeling, so I want to lift the spirits of newly diagnosed patients and those undergoing treatments to provide them with hope. I’ve connected with other local survivors and it has meant so much.”

STAGE III SURVIVOR
Shawnee, KS
ENTERED THE FIGHT:
12/27/13, Age 50