81-Year-Old Streams Minecraft for Cancer Fund, Grandson Now Healthy
Arizona grandma streams Minecraft on GrammaCrackers to fund grandson's cancer treatment. Her efforts help him become cancer-free.
An Arizona grandmother used the game Minecraft to raise funds for her grandson's cancer treatment, and he is now cancer-free. Sue Jacquot, 81, launched her YouTube channel, GrammaCrackers, specifically to cover the costs of her grandson Jack Self's aggressive cancer care.
Key facts
- Sue Jacquot started streaming on GrammaCrackers in 2024 to support her grandson.
- Jack Self suffered from an aggressive sarcoma and underwent over 200 treatments.
- The channel quickly amassed nearly 200,000 subscribers.
- A fundraising link on the channel raised over $42,000 for Jack's treatment.
- Jack Self is now declared cancer-free.
Impact / What’s next
The streaming effort not only assisted with medical expenses but also fostered community support. Players and viewers alike responded generously, helping Jack's family significantly. Sue's commitment to learning and playing Minecraft to aid her grandson exemplifies the unique ways gaming communities can contribute to real-world causes.