Every birthday is a victory, a gift of time, love, and another year to turn purpose into action.

For Sharon Rivera-Sanchez, Founder and CEO of Trials of Color, this October 10th isn't about personal gifts, parties, or self-celebration. It is about honoring the lives we can save together.

Having walked through the deep waters of a cancer journey, I know firsthand the fear, uncertainty, and isolation that comes with a diagnosis. I also know a crucial truth: colon cancer is highly preventable and treatable when caught early, yet far too many people in underserved communities face this disease alone simply because they lack access to timely screening, guidance, or financial navigation.

I founded Trials of Color to make sure no one has to face cancer without a voice or a path forward. Whether it's bringing peace of mind through accessible at-home screening education, helping patients navigate overwhelming medical bills, or holding a family's hand through a new diagnosis, my entire life is dedicated to tearing down these barriers.

For my birthday this year, I have just one heartfelt wish: to raise $5,000 to directly fund colon cancer advocacy, screening, early detection programs, and patient support for those who need it most.

Your gift to my $5,000 birthday campaign directly powers:

Life-Saving Early Detection & Education: Providing communities with direct outreach, education, and access to vital colon cancer screening resources.
Empowering Financial Navigation: Helping uninsured and underserved patients navigate the complex costs of care so no one delays screening out of fear.
Compassionate Patient Advocacy: Standing side-by-side with individuals and families, turning fear into clarity and giving them the support they deserve.

How You Can Celebrate Sharon Today:

Give from the Heart: Whether it's $10, $50, $100, or more, every single dollar moves us closer to the $5,000 milestone and directly saves lives.
Amplify Her Mission: Share this Givebutter link with your friends, family, and social networks to help us reach every corner of our community.
Leave a Message of Love: Drop a birthday wish and a note of encouragement for Sharon on the campaign supporter wall!

Thank you for standing alongside Sharon on her special day and helping turn her birthday wish into real-world impact, health equity, and hope for the colon cancer community.

Let’s reach $5,000 together!

Sharon’s Birthday Wish: $5,000 for Trials of Color & Colon Cancer Support

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