In 1997 a small group of parents whose lives had been affected by childhood cancer got together and decided that since Gold was a precious metal, it should also be used to represent that which is most precious to us in the world – our children. The Gold color used to represent Childhood Cancer Awareness month also represents the tremendous courage and strength children and their families demonstrate daily.

Here are 12 ways you can #GOGOLD this month!

• Update your social media profile to include a gold ribbon

• Share social media posts and tag #GOGOLD

• Wear gold and tell people why you’re wearing it

• Outfit your local team(s)

• Tell your story

• Hold a gold themed bake sale and donate the proceeds to Dax or your favorite childhood cancer group

• Organize a dress-down, uniform, or spirit day and ask everyone who participates to donate $1

• Dye your hair or get an extension

• Host a gold (jewelry) party

• Petition your town and local representatives to speak publicly about this fight

• Volunteer your time

• Give it up for #GOGOLD- give up one of your favorite treats for the month

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