Thank you!
We are grateful for the hard work of every host who organizes an event in support of ChadTough.
Together, we can bring hope for the future and envision a world where all kids diagnosed with brain cancer can live out their dreams.
Thinking of hosting your own event to support ChadTough? We’ve got you covered: ChadTough Guide for Hosting a Fundraiser
December
3Giving Tuesday
Save the date for this annual date of generosity!
When: December 3, 2024
Where: Saline, MI
November
28Ann Arbor Turkey Trot
Hosted by RF Events
The Ann Arbor Turkey Trot is a morning full of fun before your big Thanksgiving Day feast! You will see crazy outfits and costumes, and people of all ages running. There are fun age group awards, photos with “Turkey Tom” and Santa, and even hot cocoa and cookies at the finish line! This is a great way to kick off the holiday season while raising funds for ChadTough. We are so grateful for the continued partnership with our friends at the Ann Arbor Turkey Trot! Join us this upcoming year!
When: November 28, 2024
Where: Ann Arbor, MI
15Live Like Lilian Bracelet SalesRaised $693
In memory of Lilian Blackman
Hosted by Prestige Dance Institute
Lilian’s dance family at Prestige Dance Institute is selling “Live Like Lilian, Love Like Every” bracelets for $5 with all proceeds coming to CTDD.
When: October 15th - November 15th, 2024
Where: Johnston County, NC
14Sparkle & Shop for a Cure Ladies Luncheon
This year’s fall ladies’ event will have a new twist! Join us for cocktails and appetizers while getting a head start on your holiday shopping at pop-up versions of some of our favorite boutiques! A sit-down lunch program will follow, along with a final chance to “sip and shop” afterward.
Special guest is Gail Disner is The Southern Gail, an NFL wife and lover of all things home design, who uses her website (thesoutherngail.com) and social media presence to inspire others, teach DIY skills, and provide a resource for all things home design and décor.
When: November 14, 2024
Where: Detroit, MI
1Football game Northville HS vs Saline HS – ChadTough NightRaised $540
In memory of Chad and Michael
Hosted by Northville HS Football Team
Join us for the Northville High School Football Game vs Saline High School in honor of the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
When: November 1, 2024
Where: Northville, MI
October
20Because of Noah Softball Tournament (2024)Raised $81,994
In memory of Noah Klein
The Klein Family
ChadTough’s Family Partner, the Klein family is organizing a softball tournament and home run derby to honor their son Noah and raise funds for game-changing childhood brain cancer research through the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
When: October 20, 2024
Where: Lake Worth, FL
18Arcana Laquer Nail Polish SalesRaised $1,032
In memory of Tess Richards
Hosted by Arcana Laquer Nail Polish Sales
Tess Richards’ art teacher also owns a business that sells nail polish. She created 2 colors in Tess’s honor that will be sold in the month of October. All proceeds will go to the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
When: October 11th - October 18th 2024
Where: Baltimore, Maryland
12Par 3 for DIPG – Malin’s Days
In memory of Malin Opitz
Hosted by the Opitz Family
Join us for a kid-friendly Golf Challenge playing nine holes on a par three course. No previous golfing experience is necessary! Teams will compete in unique challenges, puzzles, and games at each hole. Teams will consist of two players (one adult and one child), with two teams per hole. All green fees, cart rentals and clubs (if needed) are included in the registration fees. You only need to bring a big smile, and a desire to affect others positively.
All proceeds benefit The Malin Reed Opitz Memorial Fund to support various non-profits that were near and dear to Malin’s heart. The largest allocation will be to the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation to fund research to find a cure for this devastating disease that Malin bravely battled for 8 months.
When: October 12, 2024
Where: Little Rock, AR
12Golf Fights Cancer – Ryan McGuire Golf MarathonRaised $10,000
In memory of Danny Nickerson
Hosted by Ryan McGuire
Ryan McGuire’s 2024 GFC Golf Marathon proceeds in memory of his friend, Danny Nickerson, who died of DIPG when the boys were in kindergarten. In 2015, at age 6, Ryan fist played 100 holes of golf in one day in honor of his friend Danny and has done so every year since. The ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation is this year’s beneficiary.
When: October 12, 2024
Where: Northborough, MA
11Orange Out at Saline High School Football Game (2024)Raised $3,227
In Memory of Chad Carr
Hosted by the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation
Come visit the ChadTough tent at the Saline High School Football game! We ask everyone to wear an orange shirt in honor of Chad Carr. His favorite color was orange!
When: October 11, 2024
Where: Saline, MI
8Orange Out at Saline High School Soccer Game (2024)Raised $239
In Memory of Chad Carr
Hosted by the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation
Come visit the ChadTough tent at the Saline High School Soccer game! We ask everyone to wear an orange shirt in honor of Chad Carr. His favorite color was orange!
When: October 8, 2024
Where: Saline, MI
6Lila Mosier Bake SaleRaised $486
In memory of Michael Mosier
Hosted by Lila Mosier
Lila Mosier, Michael Mosier’s sister, organized a Bake Sale and all proceeds were donated to the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
When: October 6, 2024
Where: Bethesda, MD
September
30Tiff’s Treats Connor Man Brookie Campaign
In memory of Connor Olympia
Hosted by Tiff's Treats
Tiff’s Treats, the original warm cookie delivery service, is helping customers support the fight against childhood brain cancer with the launch of the Connor Man Brookie in partnership with the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation. Through September 2024, all proceeds from the Connor Man Brookie will be donated to the foundation up to $25,000.
When: The Month of September 2024
Where: Nationwide (120 locations)
30Orange Out at Saline High School Field Hockey Game (2024)Raised $325
In Memory of Chad Carr
Hosted by the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation
Come visit the ChadTough tent at the Saline High School Field Hockey game! We ask everyone to wear an orange shirt in honor of Chad Carr. His favorite color was orange!
When: September 30, 2024
Where: Saline, MI
29RunTough for ChadToughRaised $202,920
The 11th Annual RunTough for ChadTough Defeat DIPG is a family-friendly 5K and 1M Fun Run and the foundation’s longest running event, bringing together families, both locally and across the world, to raise money for childhood brain cancer research. In celebration of Chad Carr’s September 26th birthday, who passed away at the age of 5, participants can enjoy a fun-filled morning in Saline, MI, including a Family Fun Zone and Tot Race, free for kids 5 and under on Sunday, September 29th, 2024.
You can run or walk in Saline or VIRTUALLY from anywhere.
When: September 29, 2024
Where: Saline, MI
28RunTough for Team Owen
In honor of Owen Petrzelka
Hosted by the Petrzelka/Shaker family
In 2020, six-year-old Owen fought bravely against DIPG, an aggressive and incurable brain tumor after a nearly six-month battle. Join us in honoring his strength and infectious giggle in hopes of creating a brighter outcome for other kiddos who face this terrible disease and participate in the 5th Annual RunTough for Team Owen.
This run is virtual, so you can run wherever and whenever you like. More info will be sent about the logistics of the virtual run after registration. Are you local to Chicago? Join the fun at a block party in Oak Park, IL on September 28, 2024, hosted by the Petrzelka/Shaker family. We’re also aiming for some fun surprises for those who run locally, so stay tuned for more details!
When: September 28, 2024
Where: Oak Park, IL
28Pay’s 5K Super Hero Stomp
In memory of Payton Slaymaker
We are excited for this year’s Pay’s 5K! Come join us this year and take big steps on behalf of the smallest members of the cancer community!
Grab your cape, tie up those laces, and get ready to hit the ground running to support Chad Tough Defeat DIPG Foundation and Fear is a Liar Ministries. But most of all, help us bring awareness to pediatric cancer.
Don’t forget to dress in your best superhero outfit as there will be a prize given to the best dressed Child and Adult!
Event is at 10:00AM at Winona Lake Limitless Park, 1598 Park Ave, Winona Lake, IN 46590.
When: September 28, 2024
Where: Winona Lake, IN
28Stage Door Dance Academy Change Wars for Maggie
In memory of Maggie DeVries
Hosted by Stage Door Dance Academy
Stage Door Dance Academy is holding a penny war at their studio in memory of Maggie DeVries:
Have you heard about the CHANGE WARS that started at Stage Door this week?! Find some extra change on your counter, in between your car seats, or a lucky penny on the sidewalk and bring it to your studio for your dancer’s piggy bank.
* Stop at he front desk to help decorate your class level’s piggy bank!
* All funds raised will be donated to ChadTough Defeat DIPG to aid in the fight against pediatric brain cancer in honor of Maggie DeVries, a Stage Door dancer who passed away from DIPG, a rare form of brain cancer, on December 15, 2022.
* The class level that raises the most will win a treat to celebrate!
When: September 22- September 28
Where: Oak Forest, IL
26Orange Out at Saline High School Volleyball Game (2024)Raised $795
In Memory of Chad Carr
Hosted by the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation
Come visit the ChadTough tent at the Saline High School Volleyball game! We ask everyone to wear an orange shirt in honor of Chad Carr. His favorite color was orange!
When: September 26, 2024
Where: Saline, MI
18“Free Jen” Shirt SalesRaised $102
Hosted by Jen DeGregorio
Shirt sales for “Free Jen” DeGregorio campaign, donations matched by Toyota.
When: September 1 - September 18
Where: Ann Arbor, MI
147th Annual Emerson the Brave Fishbowl AuctionRaised $18,750
In Memory of Emerson Hoogendoorn
Hosted by Emerson's family
On September 14, 2024, there will be a GREAT FISHBOWL AUCTION at BEECHWOOD CHURCH at 895 Ottawa Beach Rd. Tickets can be bought from 8am until 2pm. AT 2pm SHARP WE WILL START DRAWING THE WINNING TICKETS.
There will be a $5 Ticket section and a $10 Ticket section.
Pictures and descriptions of the items will start being listed soon on our Emerson the Brave Facebook site so you can start thinking about what you want to put your tickets on.
There will be a $5 Ticket section and a $10 Ticket section.
Pictures and descriptions of the items will start being listed soon on our Emerson the Brave Facebook site so you can start thinking about what you want to put your tickets on.
There is also going to be a Car Show at the same time so come out at spend the day, but at least come and put your tickets in for your FISHBOWL AUCTION PRIZES.
When: September 14, 2024
Where: Holland, MI
14LucyLove Rainbow Run
Hosted by Lucy Sieck's Family
What is a Rainbow Run, you ask? It is NOT a 5K, nor is it an “official” run. This is a fun, colorful, creative, funny, funky, wack-a-doodle lap (or two, or more) around the track. You can go forwards, backwards, while twirling in circles, hula-hooping or in an inflatable costume…as long as it makes you have fun! No running experience needed.
Join the fight in person on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Vienna Elementary School in Pfafftown, NC, or grab some friends and Rainbow Run virtually!
When: September 14, 2024
Where: Pfafftown, NC
14Wolverine 1 Tailgate FundraiserRaised $834
In memory of Chad and Michael
Hosted by the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation
The ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation is present at the Wolverine 1 Tailgate to raise awareness and money!
Go Blue and Orange/Yellow!
When: September 14
Where: Ann Arbor, MI
7RunTough for ColtStrong
In celebration of Colt DelVerne
Hosted by Colt DelVerne's Family
This family-friendly 5K and 1M Fun Run will bring together families, both locally and around the country, to raise money for childhood brain cancer research. In celebration of Colt DelVerne, who passed away at the age of 10, participants who wish to join the DelVerne family can gather for a fun-filled morning at Centennial Terrace in Sylvania, OH on September 7, 2024.
When: September 7, 2024
Where: Sylvania, OH
6Jason Lerch – 100 Mile UltramarathonRaised $389
Hosted by Jason Lerch
Jason Lerch will be attempting his first 100-mile ultra marathon this year on September 6th (Run Woodstock 100 Mile Ultra). This event and the preparation will challenge him mentally and physically, and completing the event will be extremely rewarding. To make this challenge more fulfilling, he has partnered with the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation to fundraise for its mission to rid the world of diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG). As he is training for the ultramarathon, he will be sharing training updates and information about DIPG. If you are interested, you can follow his journey and donate by clicking the button below.
When: September 6, 2024
Where: Gregory, MI
1Payton Dennis Golf OutingRaised $2,714
In memory of Payton Dennis
Come join us in memory of Payton Dennis in September 2025 for the 8th annual DIPG Golf Outing.
When: September 1, 2024
Where: Michigan
August
31Athletes Unlimited- Lindsey McKoneRaised $5,008
In memory of William McKone
Hosted by Lindsey McKone
Professional lacrosse player Lindsey McKone has chosen the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation to be her non-profit beneficiary 0n behalf of Athletes Unlimited. ChadTough received a grant equal to 100% of Lindsey’s win bonus and received additional amplification for our organization by Athletes Unlimited and Lindsey.
When: July 1st - August 31st, 2024
Where: Sparks Glencoe, Maryland
25Athletes Unlimited- Josie MuffleyRaised $3,000
In memory of Sophie Varney
Hosted by Josie Muffley
Professional softball player Josie Muffley has chosen the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation to be her non-profit beneficiary on behalf of Athletes Unlimited. ChadTough will receive a grant equal to 100% of Josie’s win bonus and receive additional amplification for our organization by Athletes Unlimited and Josie.
When: July 26th - August 25th 2024
Where: Portage, MI
24Kambria’s Krew Color RunRaised $2,000
In memory of Kambria Grenfell
Hosted by the Grenfell Family
Please join us in our 3rd annual Kambria’s Krew Color Run to raise money for research that is desperately needed to help kids beat DIPG. DIPG is a brain tumor that has less than 1% survival. Parents are told to go home and make memories. We need to be the change because DIPG is the most complex of cancers and is severely underfunded. DIPG takes away things like walking, talking, and eventually breathing all while the child is fully aware what is happening to them.
When: August 24, 2024
Where: Escanaba, MI
24Lip Sync Battle – Hudson’s Hope
In memory of Hudson Sands
Hosted by Overland Park Racquet Club, 6800 West 91st Street Overland Park, KS
Join us for the 5th Annual Lip Sync Battle on Saturday, August 24th in support of Hudson’s Hope! Pick a song and live your best rock star moment for a great cause! This year we are hoping for at least 10 performances. We will have a silent auction, drinks, snacks, and yard games, along with a beautiful sunset in the background. At 9:00pm we will gather inside to listen to a live band an our late night food delivery!
When: August 24, 2024 from 7:00-11:30pm CDT
Where: Overland Park, KS
