UFC’s annual Fight Night includes a dedicated focus on the V Foundation for Cancer Research and its Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund. Established in memory of Stuart Scott, a beloved ESPN personality died of cancer in 2015, the event is named ‘Fight Like Hell Night’ and features Stuart Scott-related content and personal cancer stories from the UFC community. The event highlights Scott’s connection to mixed martial arts and his commitment to staying active throughout his cancer treatment.
During this annual event, the UFC donates $100,000 to lifesaving research supported by the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund. This fund is specifically aimed at aiding African American, Hispanic, and other minority researchers, and also focuses on investigating the biological factors contributing to the disproportionate impact of certain cancers on minority populations.
The UFC also encourages fans to contribute to this vital cause during the ESPN broadcast, as it serves as an important funding pillar of the V Foundation’s annual V Week.