Afternoon Quote by Hannibal Buress
“I don't believe in cancer walks. Well, I believe in them because they exist but I'd rather just give money straight up and save my Saturday afternoon. I can make my own t-shirt, that's not incentive. Plus I don't think cancer responds to how far people walk. I don't think cancer's sitting at home, 'What? How many people walked how far? How many people walked how far wearing the same shirt? That's crazy! I'm out of here!' Remission.”
About This Quote
Source Stand-up Comedy: Hannibal Buress: Cancer Walks, 2015
The speaker criticizes cancer walks as ineffective fundraising, preferring direct donations and questioning the impact of walking on cancer outcomes.
In simple terms: Cancer walks seem pointless; give money directly.
Donate directly instead of participating in walks.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- donation decisions
- nonprofit fundraising
- personal health activism
- event participation
- public health messaging
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think awareness alone justifies participation?
- How could charity events be more effective?
The emotional impact of walks may still raise awareness despite questionable efficacy.