Welcome to Our PanCAN PurpleStride Team Fundraising Page!

This past November, one year from his diagnosis date, my dad lost his battle with pancreatic cancer. I know I can speak for my entire family when I say we are so proud of the strength and courage he showed during his battle with this horrible disease.

One thing my dad strongly believed in was spreading peace and love to everyone. He believed the best way to fight hate in this world was by sharing love and kindness. Although it’s only been a few short months, and our hearts are still aching from his loss, we would like to honor my dads life and fight by taking steps at the ultimate walk to end pancreatic cancer, PanCAN PurpleStride, on Saturday, April 26, 2025. 

Our team, "Billy's Peace Pack," wants to make the biggest impact on the lives of pancreatic cancer patients. PurpleStride participants raise money to fund vital research that can bring new treatment options to patients; free, personalized, one-to-one support through PanCAN Patient Services; and more.

We’ve set an ambitious fundraising goal, and would be profoundly grateful for your donation. A gift of any size will help patients and families facing a pancreatic cancer diagnosis.  

Want to help in a bigger way? We’d love for you to join our team! Just click the Register button at the top of this page to get started. Register for free, raise $50 and you’ll receive an official PanCAN PurpleStride 2025 T-shirt!

In honor of my dad, Bill Rook, and everyone impacted by pancreatic cancer, we’re fighting for you. Thank you for your support!