Although he’s moved on to bigger and better things, actor Will Ferrell hasn’t forgotten those he’s met along the way.  As proof, he’ll be auctioning off a role in an upcoming comedy to help a friend.  Step Brothers, co-starring John C. Reilly, will beginning filming this fall.

Proceeds from the auction will go to the Cancer for College foundation.  The charity, started by a former USC fraternity brother, will help provide educational scholarships for current and former patients.  (Ferrell’s friend, Craig Pollard, is a two-time survivor of Hodgkin’s disease).

Those interested will have to dig deep to win the role—the opening bid was set at $5000.  You can click on the link below for more information.

UPDATE:  The winning bid was $47,100.  A ten-year-old boy will get the cameo role thanks to his extremely generous father.