Annual Symposium – Saturday, July 15, 2023   |  Gut Club - Thursday, August 17th, 2023

Colon Cancer
is the #2 cause
of death in the US

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Get involved

Donate

Donate

Our funding goes directly to patient-centered education and increases public awareness of colon cancer. Send a gift today to support disease navigation services for those most in need.

MTGS

MTGS

Our annual event raises funds for those affected by colon cancer and brings the community together to memorialize loved ones we have lost. Join us for this year’s race!

Volunteer

Volunteer

Make a difference by participating in our flexible volunteer opportunities by advocating for those who are affected by colon cancer.

Get Screened

Get Screened

Getting screened reduces the incidence and mortality of colon cancer through early detection and treatment. Empower yourself, your family, and your friends to stop this preventable, yet fatal disease.

Event Highlight

Event Highlight

The Jax Gut Club Annual Symposium is being held at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club on July 15, 2023. Join us today!

Our impact

$163,000

$163,000

raised from MTGS

300

300

vouchers provided to medical partners for free screenings

32

32

Financial assistance applications approved towards helping diagnosed cancer patients

How We Help

The Borland Groover Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to enhancing the quality of life for every person affected by colon cancer and we’ve established enduring healthcare solutions.

We have served our community since 2008 by fostering awareness, offering education, and providing preventative screenings for people who are underinsured. Our outreach efforts have greatly improved public health and patient outcomes in our region.

Mission

To build a healthy and equitable community that is free from colon cancer through service, education, and empowerment.

Our promise to our community

To RAISE
community awareness of colon cancer prevention and the importance of regular screenings.

To INCREASE
public knowledge of colon cancer prevention techniques, risk factors, symptoms, and detection.

To REDUCE
the incidence and mortality of colon cancer in our region by advocating for the community.

To EDUCATE
our medical partners who care for our patients.

March To Get Screened

JOIN US: MARCH 31, 2024

Join us for Jacksonville’s biggest digestive health fundraiser! The last Sunday of March the Borland Groover Foundation hosts an event (5k race + 1mile fun run/walk) to support conversation and education around colon cancer and your participation plays an important role in enhancing the quality of life for those diagnosed with this challenging disease. This family event is filled with fun activities, live music, and delicious food. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Jax Gut Club’s Annual Symposium

JOIN US: JULY 15

We are honored to host Jacksonville Gut Club’s Annual Symposium, created to educate physicians on new approaches and technological advancements in digestive health. A half-day series of interactive lectures offers attendees an opportunity to understand the experience of patients diagnosed with colon cancer and the treatment options available to them. This course offers CME and CEU credits.

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The Jax Gut Club

JOIN US: AUGUST 17

The Jacksonville Gut Club is a gastroenterology education and networking organization that brings innovative subspecialty advancements to the Jacksonville region. Jax Club events meet quarterly, and feature nationally recognized speakers on a range of relevant topics presented in varied forms.

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