Stuart Scott's Legacy Continues to Inspire at Record-Breaking 'Boo-Yah' Event
The V Foundation for Cancer Research raised a staggering $3.1 million at its fifth annual "Boo-Yah" event in New York City, a celebration of the life and legacy of former ESPN anchor Stuart Scott. The record-breaking amount has brought the total to over $400 million raised by the foundation since its inception.
The V Foundation was founded in part by ESPN, which continues to be deeply involved with the organization. The annual gala, which took place at an undisclosed location in Manhattan, featured a dual celebration of Scott's life and the film "Boo-Yah: A Portrait of Stuart Scott," which premiered earlier that evening.
"Stuart Scott's courage and wit continue to drive this event as it adds to the growing total of donations raised by the V Foundation," said ESPN Chairman James Pitaro. The foundation's mission is to support cancer research, and all donations go directly towards funding science and programs aimed at fighting the disease.
Susan Scott, Stuart's sister and a board member of the V Foundation, was also in attendance. She praised the organization's commitment to supporting cancer research, stating that 100% of every donation goes directly towards funding life-saving research.
The event featured a host of celebrity guests, including former NFL player Randy Moss, who accepted the inaugural Stuart Scott Impact Award. Moss spoke about the impact that Scott had on his own life and career, saying that he was able to be himself on national television because of Scott's pioneering work breaking down barriers for people of color in media.
As the V Foundation continues to grow and raise awareness about cancer research, it is clear that Stuart Scott's legacy will continue to inspire and drive change. The record-breaking amount raised at this year's "Boo-Yah" event is a testament to the enduring power of Scott's impact on the world of sports and beyond.
The V Foundation for Cancer Research raised a staggering $3.1 million at its fifth annual "Boo-Yah" event in New York City, a celebration of the life and legacy of former ESPN anchor Stuart Scott. The record-breaking amount has brought the total to over $400 million raised by the foundation since its inception.
The V Foundation was founded in part by ESPN, which continues to be deeply involved with the organization. The annual gala, which took place at an undisclosed location in Manhattan, featured a dual celebration of Scott's life and the film "Boo-Yah: A Portrait of Stuart Scott," which premiered earlier that evening.
"Stuart Scott's courage and wit continue to drive this event as it adds to the growing total of donations raised by the V Foundation," said ESPN Chairman James Pitaro. The foundation's mission is to support cancer research, and all donations go directly towards funding science and programs aimed at fighting the disease.
Susan Scott, Stuart's sister and a board member of the V Foundation, was also in attendance. She praised the organization's commitment to supporting cancer research, stating that 100% of every donation goes directly towards funding life-saving research.
The event featured a host of celebrity guests, including former NFL player Randy Moss, who accepted the inaugural Stuart Scott Impact Award. Moss spoke about the impact that Scott had on his own life and career, saying that he was able to be himself on national television because of Scott's pioneering work breaking down barriers for people of color in media.
As the V Foundation continues to grow and raise awareness about cancer research, it is clear that Stuart Scott's legacy will continue to inspire and drive change. The record-breaking amount raised at this year's "Boo-Yah" event is a testament to the enduring power of Scott's impact on the world of sports and beyond.
. I mean, $3.1 million is a lot of money, but where's it really going? Is most of it going towards actual cancer research or is it just lining some rich people's pockets? And what's with all the celebrities showing up? Are they really making a difference or are they just using their platform to boost their own egos 
. I'm not saying I don't think Stuart Scott was an amazing guy, but I wish there were more practical ways to raise funds for cancer research, like crowdfunding or something 
. Maybe we can get some actual change if people just donated their spare change instead of throwing around millions 
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I'm low-key impressed by these people, $3.1 million in one night? That's like a whole season of my favorite show 
, but instead of watching it, they're using that cash to fund cancer research 
. The V Foundation is doing some serious good work here, and I love how ESPN is still behind it 100%. 
It's amazing to see Stuart Scott's legacy live on in such a big way, especially with all these awesome celebs showing up to support the cause 
. Can we get a 'Boo-Yah' for cancer research now? 
! $400 million is just crazy, i mean who would've thought that stuart scott's spirit could inspire so many people to give back? 
it's not just about the money though, it's about creating a community that cares and wants to make a difference. espn did an amazing job of supporting the v foundation from the start, and now it's clear why 
james pitaro is doing such a great job as chairman. and can we talk about randy moss accepting that award? 
stuart scott may be gone but his legacy lives on and that's something to celebrate 
i wonder what they'll do with that money 
i mean, cancer research is super important but dont get me wrong i wanna know more about stuart scott, whats his story? did he have any kids? 
It's amazing how Stuart's legacy continues to inspire people, especially with all these celebrities showing up to support the cause. I mean, Randy Moss giving an award? That's no joke! 
, like stuart scott's legacy is still making waves after all these years! $3.1 million at this year's event alone is mind-blowing 
. what i love most about the v foundation is that every single donation actually goes towards funding science and programs aimed at fighting cancer, no strings attached! 
Did you know that 100% of donations go directly into funding life-saving research? 
. But on the bright side, its awesome to see how the V Foundation is making a real difference and raising over $400m 
it's clear that Stuart Scott's legacy lives on through this foundation, but it's also awesome that other ppl like Randy Moss are using their platforms to help spread awareness about cancer research. 
the V Foundation's commitment to transparency and accountability is also super important, making sure that 100% of donations actually go towards life-saving research. 
the v foundation does such important work and its so cool to see ppl like randy moss giving back 
stuart scott was literally the coolest 
. anyway, gotta give props to ESPN and the V Foundation for keeping Scott's memory alive 
. what really gets me is how much of an impact people of color had on breaking down barriers in media... it's like, we're still fighting for equality today 
. anyhoo, I'm hyped to see where this foundation goes from here