Chuck Pappas is unlike most people you’ll ever meet. He’s created a miniature sanctuary of his own adopted turkeys, goats and chickens. He’s rescued pigs out of the flooding banks of Oakville, Iowa. He’s got the ability to craft anything out of salvaged lumber and hardware and turn it into a work of art…i.e. his coffee table. His friends describe his talent, strength and incredible compassion. But last March, Chuck Pappas was diagnosed with “Grade IV Glioblastoma Multiforme,” a form of brain cancer.

To help out with his medical expenses, Chuck’s friends have decided to walk (or bike) from the Taking Action For Animals Conference in DC to the Farm Sanctuary Hoe Down in Watkins Glen, NY this July. They set up the “300 Miles for Chuck” project through GiveForward, and are doing great with fundraising! So far, friends and family from all over have raised close to 34% of the $25,000 goal.

We’re so happy that GiveForward is enabling fundraising for causes like Chuck’s, and hope everyone in the community can be inspired by stories like his. With a supportive community, Chuck Pappas is on his way to enduring the expensive road to recovery. Our thoughts go out to Chuck and his family, and good luck to all participating in his 300-mile walk.