5 For The Fight, a nonprofit that invites people to donate $5 for the fight against cancer, has announced it achieved its initial goal of raising $50 million for cancer research.

The organization set its initial $50 million goal in 2017 when Qualtrics donated its sponsorship of the NBA Utah Jazz jersey patch to 5 For The Fight, a partnership that lasted six years. In recognition of its ongoing, integral role within the team’s community, 5 For The Fight will be featured in new, permanent spaces within the Delta Center, where the Jazz play. Since 2017, 5 For The Fight has provided funding to 17 cancer research centers, created positions for 32 cancer research fellows in the United States and Europe, and established the 5 For The Fight Cancer Research Internship in partnership with Howard University to increase representation of underserved communities in medicine, among other accomplishments. 

“With the help of Utah Jazz fans, partners, and the community, 5 For The Fight has crossed the $50M mark. It was an ambitious goal we set at the time we announced the jersey patch,” said 5 For The Fight co-founder Mike Maughan. “It has been amazing to see the entire community rally around the cause and get involved. 5 For the Fight is excited about our continued partnership with the Utah Jazz to continue to raise money for cancer research alongside other generous partners, and hundreds of thousands of supporters across the world.”

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