Join the Spirit Challenge!
Save lives. Help your church earn $3000
Did you know Black Americans are 20% more likely to get colon cancer and 35% more likely to die from it? The good news – it’s preventable and curable if caught early! Now, by getting screened, you can not only save your life, but also help your church win a $3,000 donation by getting the most completed
screenings among the participating churches. Imagine how much good this will do in your community!
If your church is one of the 3 pre-approved participants and you are 45+, join us in the Spirit Challenge by following the steps below. Save your life. Save lives in your community.
Spirit Challenge
THE GOAL: Get as many colon cancer screenings as possible.
THE REWARD: A $3,000 donation for your church.
THE RULES: If you are 45+, follow these steps:
✅ Take the quiz to get a personalized screening recommendation
💙 Complete the FIT test and mail it back OR
🗓️ Schedule your colonoscopy and fill in the form on the right
🔄 Share the challenge with your family and friends
🌟 Save lives and help your church get a $3,000 donation
*Only pre-selected churches eligible to participate.
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