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
April
24FRMS vs Cancer
FRMS vs Cancer
FRMS vs Cancer, a club at Franklin Regional Middle School in PA, organizes fundraisers for cancer charities.
They chose the Chadtough Defeat DIPG Foundation as the charity for their recent school volleyball tournament, to help fight brain cancer.
When: April 2024
Where: Murrysville, Pennsylvania
13Sophie Strong Softball Tournament
In memory of Sophie Varney
Hosted by South Portage Little League Baseball
A member of Portage Central’s class of 2022, Sophie Varney’s memory lives on and culminated to touching the greater Kalamazoo-area softball community in the fifth annual ‘Sophie Strong’ Classic. Only this time, it wasn’t just a game, it was an six-team tournament with all proceeds benefiting the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
Where: Portage, MI
March
21Monroe Middle School Student vs Staff Basketball Game
Hosted by Monroe Middle School
Cheer on the Monroe Middle School Students during their basketball game versus the Middle School Staff on March 21st 2024 to benefit the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation. The game will start at 1:45pm.
Monroe Middle School is a returning supporter of the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
When: March 21, 2024
Where: Monroe, MI
1Michigan Baseball Mustache MarchRaised $377
Hosted by the Michigan Baseball Team
Mustache March has arrived! The Michigan baseball team has participated in Mustache March and have selected ChadTough Defeat DIPG as the recipient foundation for our donations. We hope you can donate with us and support our cause to help raise money for a great foundation that is very connected to the UM community. Our goal during Mustache March is to use our platform as student-athletes to contribute to a cause greater than ourselves. Thank you in advance for any donations and Go Blue!
When: March 1st - March 31st, 2024
Where: Ann Arbor, MI
1Team WillieSmac March Madness ChallengeRaised $5,558
In honor of William McKone
Hosted by William McKone's family
About 120 people from every stage of our lives, from our extended family, to Will’s buddies, Lindsey’s classmates and teammates, Lisa’s and my friends since kindergarten to present, including parents of our newest family – ChadTouch Defeat DIPG participated in the Team WillieSmac March Madness Challenge.
Where: Virtual
February
11Kids’ Bingo at The Paintbrush Art StudioRaised $250
In memory of Maggie, Lilian, and Theo
Hosted by The Paintbrush Art Studio in Chicago
The Paintbrush Art Studio is raising funds for ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation at their very first Kids’ BINGO Day on Sunday February 25th from 12:00 – 2:30pm. For kids aged 4 – 10 years old.
Kids will be guided in the creation of their own BINGO cards and then play for fabulous prizes including ART supplies, games and toys, and GCs to The Paintbrush and other local kid-friendly businesses! Snacks will be served. ALL proceeds will be donated to the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation to help fund research for this 100% fatal form of pediatric cancer. To donate prizes or to help offset the cost of this event, please email thepaintbrush@thepaintbrush.net or text 773.636.1968.
When: February 11, 2024
Where: Chicago, IL
January
27LucyLove Hockey GameRaised $2,800
In honor of Lucy Sieck
Hosted by Jill Passwater (Lucy's aunt)
Second annual event put on by the hockey team of Jill Passwater’s son (Lucy’s aunt). This charity hockey game features M1 Griffins vs Clarkston at the John Lindell Arena, 1403 Lexington Blvd, Royal Oak.
Puck drop is at 7:15pm.
When: January 27, 2024
Where: Royal Oak, MI
December
31Nashville Victors Watch PartiesRaised $1,500
In memory of Chad Carr
Beyond the Edge
The Big House of Nashville, TN organizes Michigan Football Watch parties and proceeds go to our ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
When: January 1st - December 31st 2023
Where: Nashville, TN
31Sincerely Gretchen Fundraiser (2023)Raised $940
In memory of Gretchen Weng
Hosted by Meghan O'Neill
Gretchen Weng passed away from Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) in October of 2023. As her very close friends, we hoped to raise awareness and donate money to fund DIPG research and support patients. Every donation counts!
When: January 1st - December 31st 2023
Where: Online
31No Shave NovemberRaised $1,925
In Memory of Luke Engler
Fundraiser in memory of Luke Engler.
When: November 1st - November 30th 2023
Where: Derwood, MD
31Lake Reflections Fundraiser – Clear Spring LakeRaised $1,475
Hosted by Caryn Roe-MacDonald
Caryn Roe-MacDonald shares our mission and raises money in her neighborhood for the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
When: January 1st - December 31st 2023
Where: Shelby Township, MI
31Hempfield School Casual DaysRaised $1,520
In memory of Benjamin Reinhold
Hempfield School District
This school organizes Casual Days in memory of Benjamin Reinhold. The proceeds are donated to the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
When: January 1st - December 31st 2023
Where: Landisville, PA
November
27Birdies for the Kids – EugenioRaised $8,532
In memory of Eugenio Santin
Hosted by the Santin Familu
Our family partners the Santin family hosted a golf event in honor of their son Eugenio who passed away with DIPG on August 17, 2015.
When: November 18, 2023
Where: Puerto Vallarta
25Donate the Score FundraiserRaised $769
General football fans (OSU and UofM) donate the score of the annual OSU vs UofM game.
When: November 25, 2023
Where: Ann Arbor, MI
24Mackenzie Bennett Golf OutingRaised $3,300
In memory of Mackenzie Bennett
Hosted by the Annual One Club Tournament - Kevin Burritt
Another year is upon us and it’s time to play the annual One Club Tournament in Hilton, NY. This tournament is organized in memory of Mackenzie Bennett who passed away of DIPG. Proceeds will go to the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation. Some of the money raised is donated to the “Friends of Friends” and help families at Christmas time that are in need. Here’s a rundown for those that may be new:
- $50 per golfer
- 9 holes of golf (only allowed to use “1” club)
- We go out in large groups so don’t plan on setting up a foursome.
- After party gathering at Fosters Restaurant in Hilton. Garbage plate buffet, 3 drinks included with your entry fee and Chinese Auction.
- 50/50 tickets
- Buttonwood Golf Course
If you are interested in donating auction prizes, gift baskets, etc…please reach out to Kevin Burritt through Facebook messenger. He is looking forward to seeing all of you awesome people and having another great year at this amazing event!!
When: November 24, 2023
Where: Hilton, NY
14Corn Maze for a Cause – Brookfield PumpkinsRaised $1,300
In honor of Kyle Stine
Hosted by Brookfield Pumpkins
When you purchase your corn maze admissions ($5 for adults, $2.50 for children), you get to select which charity will receive the money from your corn maze admission! Part of the 2023 season admissions was donated to the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation in honor of the life of Kyle Stine.
When: November 14, 2023
Where: Thurmont, MD
1St. Mary’s School – Fundraising DayRaised $4,146
In honor of Finn Cusick
St. Mary’s School held a Fall Festival and a student Tag Day at the school, in honor of Finn Cusick.
When: November 1, 2023
Where: Bryantown, MD
October
29Bake Sale in Memory of MichaelRaised $185
In memory of Michael Mosier
Hosted by Zoe Vermaas
Zoe Vermaas, the 10-year-old daughter of Mosier friends Rita & Rob Vermaas, organized a bake sale in memory of Michael Mosier.
When: October 29, 2023
Where: Bethesda, MD
27Brunch with BabsRaised $123,169
Everyone’s favorite grandmother, Barbara “Babs” Costello, will be teaming up with ChadTough Defeat DIPG to host the inaugural ChadTough’s Brunch with Babs.
Babs has become a social media sensation with over 2 million Instagram followers and over 3 million on TikTok by posting recipes, household tips, and seasonal ideas. Babs will bring her expertise to this “kick off to the holidays” brunch, where she will create a fall tablescape, talk recipes, and even share a signature cocktail with you. All proceeds will benefit ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation!
Babs is supporting ChadTough Defeat DIPG through this event in honor of our Family Partner, Team Owen. Owen Petrzelka, who lost his battle to DIPG in 2021 at the age of six, was the grandson of Babs’ dear friends, Anthony and Lucy Shaker.
When: October 27, 2023
Where: Birmingham, MI
27Help Defeat DIPG One Kick at a TimeRaised $7,767
Hosted by Quinn Wilkerson
Quinn Wilkerson: Please support me by pledging or donating for every kick during my 2023 football season for my fundraising campaign. I have chosen to raise money based on every kickoff, punt, PAT and field goal, it takes every kick to help Defeat DIPG.
When: August 1st - October 27th, 2023
Where: Ann Arbor, MI
26Chipotle Give Back Night – Noah KleinRaised $502
In memory of Noah Klein
Hosted by Chipotle
Have dinner at Chipotle during their Give Back Night in memory of Noah Klein. Some of the proceeds go to the Chadtough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
When: October 26, 2023
Where: Lake Worth, FL
22Because of Noah Softball TournamentRaised $127,838
In memory of Noah Klein
ChadTough’s Family Partner, the Klein family, held a softball tournament and home run derby to honor their son Noah and raised funds for game-changing childhood brain cancer research.
When: October 22, 2023
Where: Lake Worth, FL
20Jim Riehl’s Friendly Chrysler-Jeep Jeans DayRaised $270
Hosted by Jim Riehl's Friendly Chrysler-Jeep
Jim Riehl’s Friendly Chrysler Jeep company organized a jeans day and raised $270 for the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.
When: October 20, 2023
Where: Warren, MI
14Lila Mosier Seven Locks School Fall FestivalRaised $315
In memory of Michael Mosier
Presented by Lila Mosier
A great time at the Seven Locks Elementary Fall Festival! Lila, Laila, Elena & Rachel shared Michael’s story & the work of @chadtough.
When: October 14, 2023
Where: Bethesda, MD
13Haunted HallowsRaised $512
In honor of Lilian Blackman
Hosted by Jeff Woodrey
Event organized by Jeff Woodrey in honor of two cousins he lost to brain tumors. Jeff combines his two passions – Halloween and helping others.
When: October 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28, 30-31
Where: Godwin, NC
13Mother Catherine Academy FundraiserRaised $525
In memory of Finn Cusick
Hosted by Mother Catherine Academy
Fundraiser in honor of Finn Cusick, a local boy diagnosed with DIPG on November 17, 2022.
When: October 13, 2023
Where: Mechanicsville, MD
3WERLD Golf Outing (Whirlpool)Raised $340
Hosted by Whirlpool
WERLD Golf Outing (Whirlpool)
When: October 3, 2023
Where:
September
30Zingerman’s ChadWink SandwichRaised $2,000
In memory of Chad Carr
Hosted by Zingerman's Delicatessen
Order a special ChadWink sandwich at Zingerman’s Deli and they will donate $4 for each sandwhich sold during the month of September. This opportunity was made possible by the generosity of the Zatkoff family.
When: September 1st - 30th, 2023
Where: Ann Arbor, MI
25Taco Bob Round-Up WeekRaised $1,000
In memory of Sophie Varney
Hosted by Taco Bob's
Thank you to our wonderful customers for the support you showed during the Taco Bob Birthday Foundation fundraising week. It was a great success. The Taco Bob Foundation also rounded up to provide a check for $1,000 each to Chadtough defeat DIPG and Neighbors United.
When: September 25, 2023
Where: Portage, MI
23RunTough for Team Owen (2023)Raised $123,657
This 4th Annual RunTough for Team Owen is virtual, so you can run wherever and whenever you like, in honor of Owen Petrzelka, who passed away at the age of 6. Local to Chicago? Join the fun at a block party in Oak Park, IL on September 23, hosted by the Petrzelka/Shaker family.
When: September 23, 2023
Where: Oak Park, IL
