GENERATIONS CANCER FOUNDATION

The Generations Cancer Foundation (GCF) was formed in 1999. Founded by Amy Venturi, the Foundation is a 501c3 governed by a Board of Directors with a volunteer committee of more than 70 individuals.

GRANTS AWARDED TO DATE

GCF has given over $450,000 to cancer research in its first five years. GCF is 100 percent volunteer and incurs no overhead or administrative expenses, which allows us to give more to our given cause.

MISSION

The Generations Cancer Foundation’s mission is to raise awareness and funds for cancer research while involving young professionals in philanthropic work for the future of our community.

GOALS

COMMITTEE

The Generation’s Cancer Foundation, a 100 percent volunteer organization, boasts a committee of 70+ individuals. Each member is personally dedicated to the prevention and research of cancer. Some have stories of their own triumph, some have family member who are battling the disease, and sadly, some have lost friends or family to the disease. Others just want to do their part to try and conquer this illness. Each member personally contributes his or her time to this event. We have 14 separate committees, which meet monthly, but most arrangements and updates are done via email. More information on joining a committee

Our committee members range in age of 22 to 45, and all are young professionals who are likely consumers of your products. Our committee is comprised of marketing communications, high-tech, human resources, financial, entertainment and multi-media professionals; as well as lawyers, bankers and parents.

HISTORY

We’ve raised $479,000 for cancer research by promoting fun, exciting, and colorful events that are attended by the 25-45 age demographic. These events would not be possible without our sponsors, silent auction donors, and attendees - and we need your help!

GCF Events are always based on a theme to promote an environment where our guests can eat, drink, purchase a variety of silent auction items, and be entertained in a number of different ways. In the past, our themes have been Sushi, Sake & Sumo; Blues, Booze & Boxing; and Tapas, Tequila & Twister. GCF events have drawn up to 1,800 people and raised upwards of $112,000 in one single night.

Each year, we choose a beneficiary to receive our donation. In the past we have given to AMC Cancer Research Center, the University of Colorado Clinical Cancer Care Program, the University of Colorado Foundation, and the University of Colorado Cancer Center. We focus exclusively on research and funds are specifically earmarked to help find a cure for cancer.

A single ticket purchase to the event gains entry, free food, drink tickets (based on the event theme), and free entertainment. Plus, guests have the option to bid on silent auction items that range in value from $25 to $2,000+.

GCF donates 100% of ticket sales and 100% of silent auction proceeds from each event.

REFERENCES

If you would like to speak to the organizations we have supported or past and current sponsors, we would be happy to provide you with their contact information. Please contact us

TAX INFORMATION