Shine a Light for Anoosh Launches for Colon Cancer Awareness
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, a time to spread awareness about the importance of prevention and early detection. This March, the community is coming together to Shine a Light for Anoosh, a fundraising campaign dedicated to raising awareness and supporting colon cancer prevention efforts. The campaign encourages individuals to donate $25 to “purchase a bulb,” symbolizing a collective effort to shine a light on the importance of on-time screenings and early detection.
The campaign will kick off with the illumination of the Big Four Bridge in blue—a powerful tribute to the late Anoosh Shariat, a beloved chef and advocate who fought bravely against colon cancer. Anoosh was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2018 and fought tirelessly to share the message of on-time screening being essential to prevent others from suffering. This event is proudly sponsored by Chef Dallas McGarity of The Fat Lamb, who is committed to continuing Anoosh’s legacy by raising awareness and encouraging preventive action.
Why It Matters
● Shine a Light for Awareness – Each $25 donation represents a bulb lighting up in memory of Anoosh Shariat and all those impacted by colon cancer.
● Prevention Starts with Awareness – Colon cancer is highly treatable if caught early. On-time screenings save lives.
● Together, We Light the Way – By 2030, colorectal cancer is projected to be the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for individuals under 50. Through awareness and action, we can change this outcome.
Get Involved & Attend the Bottoms Up Bash
Supporters can contribute by donating online at https://igfn.us/form/l2Zbmw or texting Anoosh to 41444.
In addition, March 7th marks the Colon Cancer Prevention Project’s Bottoms Up Bash, an annual fundraising gala dedicated to advancing colon cancer prevention. Tickets are available at https://qtego.us/l/kickingbutt/tickets. The event will also feature a silent auction, open to participants who are unable to attend but still want to contribute to the cause.
To further the reach of this initiative, participants are encouraged to tag friends and challenge them to donate using the campaign hashtags:
#ShineForAnoosh #ShineALightOnColonCancer #ColonCancerAwarenessMonth #CCPP #KickingButt
How to Help
● Press & Media – A Mayoral and Gubernatorial Proclamation will recognize March as Colon Cancer Awareness Month, alongside media coverage of the Big Four Bridge lighting ceremony.
● Chef & Restaurant Involvement – Local chefs and restaurants are invited to participate by making donations, sharing the campaign, and offering a “Shine for Anoosh” menu special, with proceeds benefiting the cause.
● Influencers & Advocates – Community members, health advocates, and influencers are encouraged to share the campaign posts, wear blue, post a selfie, and spread awareness through social media.
Success will be measured through funds raised, social media engagement, donor participation, and media coverage. Every contribution brings us closer to a future where colon cancer is detected early, treated effectively, and ultimately prevented. To learn more about risk of colon cancer and resources available to you, visit https://coloncancerpreventionproject.org/
