Tell5Friends

08/17/2026

This is a tough post to make and I really put it off because I hate making it. See Brian and Amanda Pence have been friends of ours for years. When we had our last dinner for me before chemo they were with us at Cobble Hill. We had no idea how crazy both our lives would become after that. Amanda made a brave decision that week after some symptoms to get a Colonoscopy at 39. Her and Brian’s kids and our kids are the same age. In 2022 she would be diagnosed with Colon cancer after her Colonoscopy! Brian has always been a great friend and Amanda and I had numerous conversations over the last 4 years. I prayed for her every night our conversations were ones we shouldn’t have had to have but at the same time it was nice to have her always praying for me. She was a hell of a lot of fun never wanted to shut it down ever🤣 She was a great wife and mother! The photo below was when she talked about her journey at our golf tournament 2 years ago. I hate that at 43 she’s ran out of time. It’s really hard to write this. Her family has been part of our Tell5Friends family from the very start.

She would want you to get your Colonoscopy if you have symptoms no matter the age or if you’re 45.

We will be naming our 2nd scholarship after Amanda and I hope every year when we give it a way we remember how much fun she was to be around and we toast her because I assure you she’s with her Lord and surely in Heaven!💙💙. God Bless Amanda🙏🙏 I’m sick and tired of losing friends way to young to this disease let’s find a cure!!

08/04/2026

Yesterday was a beautiful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together with a shared purpose.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to everyone who came out to Hunter's Ridge Golf Course to support Phil and the Tell5Friends Mission. Your presence, generosity, encouragement, and willingness to stand behind this incredible mission mean more than words can express.

Whether you joined us on the course, volunteered your time, sponsored the event, donated, or simply helped spread the word, you played an important role in making the day a success. We truly could not do this without each and every one of you.

The impact of your support reaches far beyond yesterday's event. Together, we are helping make a difference in the lives of so many, and for that, we are incredibly grateful.

08/03/2026

Get your BIDS in!!!

08/01/2026

🚨 The Tell5Friends Golf Tournament is THIS MONDAY, and our Silent Auction is LIVE! 🚨

Now we need YOUR help! 💙 One of the easiest ways to support Tell5Friends is by placing a bid in our silent auction (click on link below). We’ve received many generous donations from friends and businesses in our community, making this auction possible.

Don’t miss your chance to win incredible baskets, unique experiences, gift cards, and more—all while making a real difference. ⏰ Bidding ends Monday at 5, so every bid counts!

Every dollar raised helps Tell5Friends spread awareness about the importance of colorectal cancer screening and provides support to local patients and families affected by colorectal cancer.

Thank you for helping us make this year’s tournament a success!

Check out our auction 4th Annual Tell5Friends Foundation Golf Tournament !

07/29/2026

💙 In Loving Memory of Maud Gilmore 💙

Sometimes, the most meaningful connections happen in the most unexpected ways.

When we reached out to Dunn Brothers Coffee about supporting our Tell5Friends Foundation Golf Tournament, we were incredibly touched by their immediate response. Even in today's competitive environment for small businesses, the owner didn't hesitate to say yes. She shared that she wanted to support our mission because her mom, Maud Gilmore, lost her battle with colon cancer at just 54 years old.

Maud left behind three children, including the owner of Dunn Brothers Coffee, who was just 21 years old when she lost her mom. Maud never had the opportunity to be there for her daughter's wedding or to meet her grandchildren.

She shared with us:
"I did not have her with me at my wedding or the addition of our children to our family. We miss her every day. I hope that no one will lose their loved one to a disease that, when caught early, can be treated."

Maud's story is a heartbreaking reminder of why the Tell5Friends Foundation exists. Behind every colorectal cancer diagnosis is a family whose lives are forever changed. We share stories like Maud's because they remind us that early detection doesn't just save one life—it preserves families, memories, and precious moments still to come.

Today, colorectal cancer screening begins at age 45 for those at average risk. Early detection saves lives, and we hope Maud's story inspires others to talk with their healthcare provider about getting screened.

To the incredible owner of Dunn Brothers Coffee: thank you for sharing your mom's story, for supporting our mission, and for turning your family's loss into hope for others. Your generosity means more than you know.

If you're looking for a great cup of coffee, we encourage you to stop by Dunn Brothers Coffee and support a local business that believes in giving back to our community. Small businesses like this make a big difference.

And to Maud Gilmore—your legacy lives on through your three children, your grandchildren, and the countless lives that may be changed because your daughter chose to share your story. We are honored to share it in hopes that another 21-year-old won't have to say goodbye to a parent far too soon. 💙

07/28/2026

The Tell5Friends Foundation 4th Annual Golf Outing is just around the corner and we would love your support! ⛳️

Even if you can't join us on the course, you can still make a difference! Our Silent Auction is LIVE, featuring great items with proceeds benefiting local cancer patients and their families.

Bid now: https://web.bidbeacon.com/share/auction.php?code=TT4YJB

Every bid and every dollar raised helps provide support to local families facing cancer. Thank you for helping us make a difference in our community. 💙

Questions? Email [email protected]

Check out our auction 4th Annual Tell5Friends Foundation Golf Tournament !

07/26/2026

Another tough story for a really fit person! Stage 4 Colon cancer will come for anyone please heed the symptoms and get a Colonosocopy at 45…Then Tell5Friends my story and get them to get one as well. I’ll bet no one the planet would have bet someone like myself or this Women would both be diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer😭💙💙

HIDDEN RISK: Fitness influencer Maria Kang did "everything right" — filtered her water, ate clean, trained six days a week — then was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer.

The "No Excuses Mom," who went viral in 2013 for her sculpted physique, said chronic constipation and bloating she'd normalized since adolescence turned out to be warning signs.

Colon cancer rates among adults under 50 have risen 2.9% per year since 2013, according to the American Cancer Society.

➡ Full story here: https://www.foxnews.com/health/fit-mom-did-everything-right-colon-cancer-diagnosis-changed-her-life

07/07/2026

⛳ Less than 1 month until the big day and we could use your help⛳

Want to help but can’t golf or volunteer on August 3? Here’s your chance to make a BIG impact and support Tell5Friends!

You can help by:
1. Donating a themed basket for our silent auction
2. Making a monetary donation to sponsor a basket
3. Donating items such as:
•Local gift cards
•Golf-related merchandise
•Sports tickets

💙 All donors will be recognized at the tournament and on our online silent auction site.

Every donation—big or small—helps raise colorectal cancer awareness, supports local families affected by colorectal cancer, and advances lifesaving research.

Donate today through Venmo -glynn-1, or by PayPal, Apple Pay, or credit card (link in comments).

Please include your email address with your donation, or contact us if you would like a letter for tax deduction purposes.

Thank you for helping Tell5Friends save lives through awareness and early detection. 💙

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