"Big Blue" Surpasses $120,000 for the American Cancer Society
Thanks to the incredible support of our customers, partners, vendors, employees, and community members, 4Rivers Equipment has officially surpassed its $100,000 fundraising goal for the American Cancer Society. Our 100th Anniversary excavator, affectionately known as "Big Blue," has now helped raise more than $120,000 in support of the fight against childhood cancer.
Celebrating a Meaningful Milestone in Our 100th Anniversary Year
As we celebrate 100 years of serving our customers and communities, one of the most meaningful initiatives of our centennial year has been our partnership with the American Cancer Society (ACS).
At the center of that effort has been Big Blue, our custom 100th Anniversary excavator. More than a commemorative machine, Big Blue has become a symbol of what can be accomplished when our industry comes together to support a cause larger than ourselves.
Today, we're proud to share that we've exceeded our original fundraising goal of $100,000, reaching more than $120,000 raised for the American Cancer Society and its mission to support children and families impacted by cancer.
How Did Big Blue Exceed Its Fundraising Goal?
The success of this campaign is the result of countless individuals and organizations choosing to make a difference.
Throughout our centennial year, customers, manufacturer partners, vendors, employees, and community members rallied around the Big Blue initiative through sponsorships and donations. Their enthusiasm and generosity transformed an ambitious goal into an incredible achievement.
This milestone serves as a reminder of the strength of the relationships we've built over the last century and the impact those relationships can have when focused on a shared purpose.
What Impact Will These Donations Make?
While we're excited to surpass our fundraising target, the true success of this campaign isn't measured by dollars alone.
Funds raised through the Big Blue initiative will help support the American Cancer Society's efforts to:
- Advance critical cancer research
- Provide resources for children and families facing cancer
- Expand patient support programs
- Improve access to care and treatment services
Every contribution helps create hope for families navigating some of life's most difficult challenges.
Thank You to Our Sponsors and Supporters
This achievement would not have been possible without the organizations and individuals who chose to support the Big Blue campaign.
We would like to recognize and thank:
- John Deere
- Ritchie Bros.
- Wells Fargo
- Kaiser Permanente
- Inspire Sports Physical Therapy
- GM Pipe LLC
- AUI Inc.
- Frazee Construction Company
- American West Construction, LLC
- ARS Companies
- Mears Group, Inc.
- Performance Equipment Rentals
- Spriggs Excavation, Inc.
- FAMCo Inc.
- Colorado Sand Company
- BURNCO Rock Products Ltd
- 4X Industrial LLC
- Fortress
- Topcon Construction
- Fiore & Sons, Inc.
- Apricus
- Lone Tree Services LLC
- Ward Electric Company
- 970 Excavation
- Wiseland Construction and Excavation
- R360 Environmental Solutions
Your support helped turn Big Blue into more than a machine. It became a vehicle for positive change.
What Does This Achievement Mean for 4Rivers Equipment?
For 100 years, 4Rivers Equipment has been fortunate to work alongside customers and communities who believe in supporting one another. This campaign reflects the values that have guided our company for generations: partnership, service, and a commitment to making a lasting impact.
While we're proud to have exceeded our fundraising goal, we're even more grateful for the people who made it possible and the lives these contributions will touch.
Together, we're building more than equipment solutions. We're helping build hope.
Common Questions
How much has Big Blue raised for the American Cancer Society?
Big Blue has helped raise more than $120,000 for the American Cancer Society, surpassing the original fundraising goal of $100,000.
What is Big Blue?
Big Blue is 4Rivers Equipment's custom 100th Anniversary excavator, created to commemorate our centennial year while supporting fundraising efforts for the American Cancer Society.
What was the fundraising goal?
The goal was to raise $100,000 for the American Cancer Society. Thanks to generous sponsorships and donations, that goal has been exceeded by more than $20,000.
Why did 4Rivers Equipment partner with the American Cancer Society?
Supporting the communities we serve has always been a core part of who we are. Through our centennial fundraising efforts, we wanted to help make a meaningful difference for children and families affected by cancer.
Can donations still be made?
For information on ongoing fundraising opportunities and community initiatives, contact your local 4Rivers Equipment team or follow company updates throughout the year.
