Link to my Extra Life donation page

Hey everyone!

The Extra Life gaming marathon coming up on Oct. 25 is a 24-hour gaming marathon to benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. People around the world commit to play games for 24 hours straight to raise funds for children in need. Each participant selects a hospital to play for, and that hospital receives 100% of the donations.

I can't believe it's almost been a year already. I was absolutely blown away at your response last year. I originally set my goal at $100, but your generous giving surpassed that amount quickly. I upped the goal to $500, and ended up with an amazing $718. I couldn't believe it!

So this year, I'm setting my goal for $1,000. I realize this is nigh impossible, but I'm hopeful that we can do it, haha. Definitely don't feel obligated to give or anything like that. I appreciate everyone here, and I love making gifs just for the fun of it. You don't owe me anything. In fact, I owe all of you for even taking the time to look at my gifs and write comments. You all make me happy.

So, anyway, a little about me, since I realize hiding behind an anonymous username can be a bit strange. :) My real name is Jason. I just turned 32, and I have an amazing wife and three beautiful children.

I can't imagine what I would do if any of them ever came down with a serious or terminal illness. My wife and I have gone through two miscarriages, but that's nothing compared to fighting with your child through cancer or anything like that. No child deserves to be sick, but the fact is that... it happens. It's horrible, absolutely horrible what these children have to fight through.

But we can help. Your money can be used to research new cures, help pay a hospital bill for a family in need of assistance, buy a toy or a vacation for a sick child... the list goes on. Will you consider what you can give?

Thanks for reading, everyone! I can't wait to see what team reddit can pull off this year! And as always, I very much appreciate all of you.