Gamers from around the world focus their efforts during Extra Life to make a difference.  While we share a common goal, our reasons for getting involved are innumerable.  We asked our community why they participate in Extra Life.

For both of my Grandpas, one of whom I was too young to remember. For Mrs. Hoch, one of my favorite teachers. For Maureen, a wonderful children’s librarian. For Kay, who didn’t know until it was too late. For Uncle Mike.   For Gramma, who is dealing with skin cancer. For Chris, who is battling ovarian cancer.   And right now, mostly for Connie, who was the strongest fighter I ever knew.  -Betani

I am playing for my mother who is currently fighting cancer. -Breego

for Kyle, a guy who went to my primary school from about 7 or 8 years ago, he was about 2 years below me, and died from Leukemia when he was just 6. -Purple D.

Lost my grandfather, Don Byrne on Sunday 9.7.08 to cancer.

I can’t wait to raise so much freaking money that we spend cancer into oblivion. - Lono_Lives

I’m playing in honor of my mother and in memory of my uncle John. – TheBrain76

im dedicating everything i do in this to my father, who beat cancer 3 times over but lost his last battle when i was only 13 years old, and to my step-father, who only 3 months after marrying my mother, also lost his battle with cancer when i was just 17. ive seen every and all sides of this terrible disease, and ive never been prouder to be a part of an event like this, NEVER! i care for each and every one of you for taking part in this, real talk. – R0ckO

Would you like to dedicate your Extra Life participation?  Please do so right here.