by North Forty News Staff | NorthFortyNews.com
Annual Longmont event brings families together while supporting American Cancer Society
LONGMONT, Colo. — The 2025 Big Dig of Northern Colorado once again proved the power of community in the fight against childhood cancer, raising more than $131,000 for the American Cancer Society (ACS). The sold-out event, held on September 6 at Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers in Longmont, marked its second consecutive year of full attendance.
Families across Northern Colorado gathered for hands-on fun while supporting a life-saving cause. Key sponsor 4Rivers Equipment provided a 70-foot obstacle course and several mini-excavators, giving children the chance to experience the thrill of operating real equipment.
“We are so grateful that the community supports this event,” said Rachel Befort, Associate Director of ACS. “We have kids here today who are facing a cancer battle, and we have kids here that have faced that battle and won, so it just brings home the impact that ACS has on people right here in our community.”
By the Numbers
- Attendance: 3,111 people
- Sponsorships: $78,000
- Ticket Sales: $39,081
- Silent Auction: $4,293
- Day-of Revenue Enhancers (hats, shirts, equipment rodeo, etc.): $3,970
- Champion Fundraising: $1,400
- General Donations: $2,102
- Total Raised: $131,029.47
Organizers say the overwhelming response reflects the community’s commitment to pediatric cancer research and family-friendly fundraising events.
For more information about the American Cancer Society and how to support its mission, visit cancer.org.
Source: 4Rivers Equipment