# Fundraising Cartoon Specials Simpsons Stand Up to Cancer By Cowbag | Published 2008-09-11 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simpsons-stand-up-for-cancer-campaigning-cartoons References: [nypost](http://www.nypost.com/seven/08292008/gossip/pagesix/homer_surprise_126550.htm) & [su2c.standup2cancer.org](http://su2c.standup2cancer.org/) A Simpsons short special has been made for a “Stand Up To Cancer” fundraiser in the US. The story line was that Homer Simpson undergoes a colonoscopy (aka being screened for cancer) going where the cartoon has never gone before. Of course there is a lot of humor and Marge discovers that Homer's wedding ring is in his colon. This special has raised 100 million so far and you can still donate. **Implications** - Innovative ideas like these are bound to be successful; [The Simpsons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-x-hismile) has a [huge fan following](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-krusty-burger) and people respect and love the characters. If these characters speak directly to their audience and inform them of an issue, the viewers will gladly contribute to the cause. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Viral](https://www.trendhunter.com/viral) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fundraising Cartoon Specials:** Using popular cartoons for fundraising events can be a highly successful and engaging way to raise awareness and funds for important causes. - **Stand Up to Cancer:** Stand Up To Cancer initiatives that involve well-known TV shows or characters can significantly increase donations and support for cancer research. - **Innovative Fundraising Ideas:** Creative and unique fundraising concepts, such as using cartoon characters, can capture the attention of audiences and generate substantial financial contributions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can leverage popular cartoon characters to support charitable causes and engage audiences in fundraising efforts. - **Nonprofit:** Nonprofit organizations can explore partnerships with cartoons or TV shows to maximize fundraising opportunities and reach wider audiences. - **Medical Research:** Collaborating with popular cartoons and TV shows can provide the medical research industry with a platform to raise awareness about specific diseases and generate funding for crucial research projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cartoon Franchise-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-classic-clog.md) - [Cartoony Donut Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swatch-x-the-simpsons.md) - [Awareness-Raising Airline Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stand-up-to-cancer.md) - [Testicular Cancer Awareness Boxers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/testicular-cancer-awareness-boxers.md) - [Animated Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-x-family-mart.md) - [Cartoonish Parental Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swatch-x-the-simpsons-watches.md) - [Centenary Candy Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butterfinger-celebrates-100-years.md) - [Fundraising Restaurant Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-nose-day.md) - [Pancake-Centric Health Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pancakes-against-breast-cancer.md)