Our Impact

Colossal is changing lives, one competition at a time.

WHAT OUR PARTNERS ARE SAYING

  • Colossal Kris Moon James Beard

    Kris Moon, President & COO, James Beard Foundation

    “I’m completely stunned; I can’t even believe that number ($4,778,748.43 raised). That is going to do a lot of really amazing things at the James Beard Foundation. I just want to say thank you again. What that will allow us to do is game-changing. I’m so excited.”

  • Colossal Tony Hawk

    Tony Hawk, Founder, The Skatepark Project

    "$768,498 raised was beyond anything I ever dreamed! That’s amazing. Thanks to everyone who entered, everyone who voted, and everyone who donated. It all added up. Thanks to you guys, there are going to be many more quality skateparks in underserved areas."

  • Colossal Joe McDonough

    Joe McDonough, President, B+ Foundation

    “Your generosity has LITERALLY been life-changing for our families of kids with cancer. All kids should have an equal chance of beating their cancer and getting a chance to grow up … regardless of their parents’ income. And, you make this possible.”

  • Colossal Heidi Wills PAWS

    Heidi Wills, CEO, PAWS

    “Colossal’s support of PAWS is igniting a beacon of hope for thousands of animals in need. These funds are vital in helping once-abandoned cats and dogs, as well as 150 species of injured and orphaned wildlife who will be rehabilitated and healed thanks to Colossal’s generosity.”

  • Colossal Candice Hensley NBCF

    Candice Hensley, Donor Relations Manager, National Breast Cancer Foundation

    “Colossal has helped us provide education, early detection and support services to thousands of women affected by breast cancer. We are truly grateful for their generosity.”

WHY WE DO IT

Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk shares his gratitude with Colossal for partnering on Skatepark Hero, a competition that benefited The Skatepark Project, his foundation that helps build skateparks in underprivileged areas around the world.

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Colossal Impact

Colossal campaigns have supported:

Colossal Colors

170 member hospitals

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Brand new 25-acre wildlife center

PAWS

Growth of culinary work culture

James Beard Foundation

1,248 families of kids with cancer

B+ Foundation

51,047 breast cancer patients

National Breast Cancer Foundation

Skateparks for underserved communities

The Skatepark Project

Comprehensive re-entry solutions

New Freedom Project

  • Colossal Gina De Simone

    Gina De Simone

    2023 FAB OVER 40 WINNER

    Gina is a licensed psychologist living her best life at 43, running marathons and inspiring others. Read more.

  • Colossal Karen Jenkins

    Karen Jenkins

    2023 FAVORITE CHEF

    From humble beginnings, Chef Karen's passion for cooking was fueled by a heart to serve others. Read more.

  • Colossal Ysera

    Ysera

    2024 AMERICA’S FAVORITE PET, CAT WINNER

    Ysera’s journey highlights the power of community. Read more.

  • Colossal London Reber

    London Reber

    2023 SUPER MOM

    This passionate mom of three is driven by faith and seeks to find gratitude in all of life’s moments. Read more.

  • Colossal Sara Husein

    Sara Husein

    2023 GREATEST BAKER

    Sara is a passionate baker from North Carolina with a lifelong love of delectable treats. Read more.

  • Colossal Michael Manion

    Michael Manion

    2023 SKATEPARK HERO

    For over two decades, Michael has shredded in the streets of Southern Georgia. Read more.

  • Colossal's Mirian Dautaj

    Mirian Dautaj

    2023 BAR BOSS

    This dapper drink slinger moved to New York City from Albania five years ago with a big dream: to open his own bar. Read more.

  • Colossal's Rishae Sanchez

    Rishae Sanchez

    2024 KARAOKE KNOCKOUT

    Rishae performed Call Me When You’re Sober by Evanescence to take the Supreme Singer title at Karaoke Knockout LIVE! Read more.

  • Colossal's Venessa Strackbein

    Vanessa Strackbein

    2023 SUPREME SNEAKERHEAD

    Vanessa, also known as “The Girl”, finds nostalgia in her all-time favorite Adidas sneakers. Read more.

  • Colossal's Geoff Ratzlaff

    Geoff Ratzlaff

    2023 INKED ORIGINALS WINNER

    At a young age, this architectural technologist found inspiration in the tattoos of his three older brothers. Read more.

  • Colossal's Destiny

    Destiny

    2024 AMERICA’S FAVORITE PET, DOG WINNER

    Found abandoned and injured, this pup's journey from stray to a therapy dog is a tale of resilience and love. Read more.

WHAT OUR CHAMPIONS ARE SAYING

  • Colossal Darlene Quinn

    “Say yes to big opportunities. Say yes to help make the world a better place.”

    Darlene Quinn, 2021 Fab Over 40 Runner-Up

  • Colossal Cooper Duennenberg

    “Wow! I don’t even know how to react right now. I’m so happy. I’m speechless.”

    Cooper Duennenberg, 2021 Big-Game Hero Winner

  • Colossal Malia Jusczyk

    “I am so excited! I really appreciate all of my supporters more than I can say.”

    Malia Jusczyk, 2021 Greatest Baker Winner

  • Colossal Hunter

    “This is the best doggone way to help pet charities in America!"

    Hunter, 2023 America’s Favorite Pet, Dog Winner (loose translation)

  • Colossal April Wilcox testimonial

    "I am so thankful for the extraordinary experiences I have had this year with Fab Over 40!"

    April Wilcox, 2022 Fab Over 40 Winner

  • Colossal Karen Jenkins testimonial

    "I am elated to be a part of the Favorite Chef and Colossal family."

    Karen Jenkins, 2023 Favorite Chef Winner

  • Colossal Sandy Bradley

    "Winning is not individual - it's a group."

    Sandy Bradley, 2020 Greatest Baker Winner

BEHIND THE SCENES

Glimpse behind-the-scenes at the glamorous Fab Over 40 winner experience. Prize money, a spa-cation for two, and a two-page photoshoot in New Beauty Magazine all in the name of charity add up to oodles of fabulous.