Movember is back for Lucky year # 16. It is finally time for this mustache to get its license and get on the open road to show what it can do. Last year our team raised $24,441 and over $120,444 since we started our journey 16 years ago. Thank you to everyone who has contributed towards the cause, as we look forward to another great Movember in 2025.

Loren, Don, and myself have formed the team “Bruce, Larry, and Don Grow the Mo” and we are excited for the month of hairiness ahead. This year’s stache is named……... The Hulk! Coming up with new and fresh designs is tough, but this year Loren and I will be sporting the Hogan mustache to pay tribute to one of the greatest mustaches of our time and raise a bunch of money to support the men in our lives. I am also going to make an attempt to dye the stache blonde this year to make it as realistic as possible. I am sure you are all waiting with bated breath to see how that turns out.

Don has also stepped up this year to make “Movembermania” (see below)shirts that I will be wearing under my normal clothing throughout the month. The shirt will be sleeveless and will have rips in the back and front. One of the challenges this year will be if you see me and want me to rip off the shirt, like the Hulkster did back in the day, I will do so on the spot for a $250 donation to Movember. I am also available to rip off my dirt virtually for you out of towers via face time. Thank you to Loren for coming up with this fantastic idea, as he will also be participating in the shirt rip off challenge up in Minnesota.

Don is sporting a next level stache that is a cross between the Pringles man and Rollie Fingers. Amy is beyond excited for him to “Don” this hairy masterpiece for the month. There is a lot of ground to cover in the introductory email as 2025 is unique and fantastic for a variety of reasons. We always appreciate donations, but this year we would like to focus on asking all of you to put your money where your mouth is and take a more active role in helping the men in your life. If you are over 45 and have not gotten a colonoscopy, get one ASAP. At a very minimum, I promise, it will be the best 15-minute nap you will ever have! Early detection of cancer and mental health issues is an important step in getting ahead of these life changing issues before they get ahead of you.

Update

Loren Just had a scan a few weeks ago and everything looks great as he is out and about and living his life to the fullest. He fought an epic battle and continues to provide inspiration for others who have been affected by cancer and hopefully give them hope and strength to get through to the other side.

I am always in awe and admiration of anyone that has to go through physical and/or mental adversity. Where do they summon the strength from? How do they stay positive and keep pushing forward and focusing on the outcome, while not getting caught up in the minutia? How do they deal with treatments that wreak havoc on their bodies and minds? I believe the answer may come from the inner strength these individuals possess, the amazing support system of family and friends, and the brilliant doctors/researchers that are working hard to further the science that will one day make cancer a thing of the past.

I have always touched on the mental health awareness aspect of this campaign, but I would like to keep this topic front and center because this affects many more men than anyone thinks. Mental health issues are real and we all need to be there for each other. Depression, anxiety, and suicide are more prevalent than ever in today world and the men in your life need your support even if they may be too stubborn to ask for it. If you see something is off with a family member or a friend, SAY/DO SOMETHING before it is too late. We are all in this boat together and we need to take care of and support the people that are important in our lives

The goal this year is $25,000. Your contribution will help someone fight their battle, raise awareness, and provide support systems to men with mental illness. Your contribution makes a difference. Part of the reason the Movember campaign is successful is Your contribution will help someone fight their battle, raise awareness, and provide support systems to men with mental illness. Your contribution makes a difference. Part of the reason the Movember campaign is successful is because people see the mustache and ask questions about why I am growing such a distinguished friend on my face. The mustache is a great conversation starter and gives me an opportunity to talk about the importance of men getting regular checkups, seeking help if they need someone to talk to, and doing things they need to do on a daily basis to stay healthy. I am growing the Stache in honor of Eli, Marcie, Dad, Jeff, Chad, Papa Jerry, Harold, Bryan, J, Uncle Sam, Brian, Loren, Brandon and everyone else who has been affected by cancer and mental illness.