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The Rock's Testicular Scare — and Why He Didn't Wait

Dwayne Johnson found a "really painful" lump in the shower, then faced 24 hours of not knowing whether it was cancer. The Rock's scare turned out to be epididymitis, not cancer, but his instinct to get checked fast is the one every guy should copy. Here's what his story teaches us about self-exams, why pain doesn't rule cancer out, and how TCF helps when the answer isn't "I'm fine."

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June 14, 2026
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A Weekend to Remember: Brotherhood at Lake Arrowhead

Some arrived as old friends, others were meeting for the first time. By the end of a weekend at Dan Wheeler's home on Lake Arrowhead, that distinction had disappeared. Here's what happens when survivors sit together without needing to explain a thing.

September 16, 2026
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Giving From Your Donor-Advised Fund Just Got Easier

Giving from your donor-advised fund just got easier. TCF now accepts DAFpay, allowing eligible U.S. supporters to recommend a one-time grant directly through our online donation form.

July 23, 2026
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A Weekend to Remember: Celebrating Community at the GCCF Barn Dance

The TCF community traveled to Woodstock, Illinois for the annual GCCF Barn Dance — a night of connection and generosity that raised over $30,000 for cancer support and honored survivor Marco Pizzoferrato with the Never Be Defeated Award.

July 20, 2026
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