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Builders FirstSource reported that its 2026 charity event raised approximately $1.6 million for Blood Cancer United. The event marked 20 years of partnership between the companies, which the firms say has generated more than $19 million for blood cancer research, patient support and advocacy.
Builders FirstSource said its 2026 charity event raised approximately $1.6 million for Blood Cancer United, marking the 20th year of the building-products company’s partnership with the blood cancer organization. The two-decade collaboration has raised more than $19 million, according to the companies, for research, patient support and advocacy programs.
The event took place Sept. 30-Oct. 1 in Irving, Texas. It included a keynote address by Pro Football Hall of Fame linebacker Mike Singletary, who spoke about his childhood in Houston and his career as an NFL player and coach, according to the report by Hardware Retailing.
Attendees also heard from Sarah Manthey, whose four-year-old daughter, known as “Mighty Mabel,” is being treated for cancer. After Manthey spoke, Builders FirstSource CEO Peter Jackson and chief operating officer-designate Mike Hiller presented Blood Cancer United with a $250,000 check on behalf of the Builders FirstSource Foundation.
The foundation is a private charitable foundation that Builders FirstSource introduced earlier in 2026, the report said. The $250,000 check was a component of the event’s fundraising, but the source report does not explain how that contribution relates to the approximately $1.6 million total.
How the Funds Support Blood Cancer Programs
The reported total represents financial support for an organization working on blood cancer research, patient support and advocacy. The cumulative figure of more than $19 million signals the scale of the long-running partnership, although the available report does not break down the money by program, year or specific research project.
For patients and families, contributions to patient support programs may help address needs alongside medical treatment, while research funding can support efforts to improve understanding and care. The source does not identify particular treatments, studies or patient services funded by the latest event, so the effect of this year’s proceeds on individual programs is not yet specified.
The event also brought together employees, customers and supplier partners in a company-linked fundraising effort. Builders FirstSource said those groups contributed to its support for Blood Cancer United, extending fundraising beyond the company’s direct foundation contribution.
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A Partnership Now in Its 20th Year
Builders FirstSource and Blood Cancer United have worked together for 20 years. The organizations say the partnership has raised more than $19 million over that period to support research, patient programs and advocacy related to blood cancers. That cumulative figure includes the history of the partnership; the report does not provide a year-by-year fundraising total.
The latest event combined fundraising with speeches from public figures and a family affected by cancer. Singletary’s appearance and Manthey’s account were part of the program, while the presentation of the foundation’s $250,000 check provided a specific contribution amount. The source report does not state whether the event was open to the public or provide details on ticket sales, attendance or other fundraising sources.
Builders FirstSource is a supplier of building products and services. In its statement, CEO Peter Jackson connected the company’s charitable support to its stated purpose of serving customers and communities. Blood Cancer United’s president and CEO, Dr. Andy Kolb, described the partnership as a shared effort involving the company’s team members, customers and supplier partners.
““At Builders FirstSource, our Purpose is to build a better future for those we serve.””
— Peter Jackson, Builders FirstSource CEO
Fundraising Breakdown Not Provided
The announcement gives an approximate total of $1.6 million, but does not provide a detailed breakdown of how the money was raised, how much came from each source or how the funds will be allocated. It also does not explain whether the $250,000 foundation check is included in the event total or was presented separately.
The source report does not name specific studies, treatment programs or patient services that will receive funding, nor does it give a schedule for when the proceeds will be distributed. The organizations describe the broader goals as research, patient support and advocacy, but the specific uses of this year’s funds remain unclear.
More Fundraising Planned This Year
Builders FirstSource said it will continue supporting Blood Cancer United through the remainder of 2026. Planned initiatives include the organization’s Light The Night walks in Dallas and other locations across the country.
The announcement does not specify dates for those walks, additional fundraising targets or when Blood Cancer United will report how the latest proceeds are allocated. Further details on the year’s fundraising and the use of the funds may be released by the organizations as those initiatives proceed.
Key Questions
How much did Builders FirstSource raise?
Builders FirstSource said its 2026 charity event raised approximately $1.6 million for Blood Cancer United.
When and where was the event held?
The event took place Sept. 30-Oct. 1, 2026, in Irving, Texas, according to the source report.
How long have the organizations partnered?
The 2026 event marked the 20th year of the Builders FirstSource and Blood Cancer United partnership. The organizations say it has raised more than $19 million over two decades.
What will the money fund?
The organizations describe the partnership’s broad aims as supporting blood cancer research, patient support and advocacy. They have not provided a detailed allocation for the 2026 proceeds.
Will fundraising continue?
Yes. Builders FirstSource said it will support Blood Cancer United through the rest of 2026, including through Light The Night walks in Dallas and other locations around the country.
Source: hardwareretailing.com
