Blue Hope Bash event series
Blue Hope Bash events unite passionate allies, honoring patients, survivors, and those lost to colorectal cancer while raising crucial funds to end the disease.
National Blue Hope Bash
Bash events have occurred across the country in cities like Chicago, Dallas, Denver, and Indianapolis. Take a peek at the DC Bash that started it all…
Unforgettable events need you
Blue Hope Bash events are organized by dedicated volunteers local to the host city, except in Washington, DC, managed by Alliance staff. Are you interested in sponsoring a Bash or receiving more information?
Your impact: inspirational events to end CRC
Donations from the Blue Hope Bash contribute to the Alliance's efforts to advocate for prevention, magnify support, and accelerate research to end this disease.
15,000 people screened through Alliance initiatives.
18,000 helpline calls annually.
1,855 active volunteers nationwide.
National Blue Hope Bash
The largest Blue Hope Bash has raised over $14 million from our generous allies for a magical evening, fostering hope to end this disease. The Bash is returning to the National Building Museum, join us for this meaningful evening!
Chicago, Illinois
The Blue Hope Bash Chicago is returning on Friday, May 2, 2025 at the Galleria Marchetti! It will be an inspiring evening of entertainment, fine dining, and memory-making through the power of philanthropy.
Denver, Colorado
Passionate allies brought the Blue Hope Bash to the Mile High City, raising over $600,000 since the inaugural event in 2018. View photos from 2023!
Indianapolis, Indiana
The fifth annual Blue Hope Bash Indianapolis was at the Ritz Charles in the Fall of 2023. View photos from the event!
Bring a Bash to your city
Want to make an impact and support a cause you care about? Contact us to explore bringing a Blue Hope Bash to your community!
Top resources
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Video: United to End Colorectal Cancer
Allies shared their stories and the vital need to end colorectal cancer in this video presented at the national Blue Hope Bash in November 2024. The video features Bash co-chair and patient Alison Friedman.
Five moments that mattered in 2024
This year was the Alliance’s 25th year of impact, and we’re looking back on some of the milestones that made 2024 a year to remember.