We are grateful for the hard work of every host who organizes an event in support of ChadTough Defeat DIPG. Check out these upcoming events and join whichever you can!

Together, we can bring hope for the future and envision a world where all kids diagnosed with brain cancer can live out their dreams.

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November

8Dream Big at Nats ParkWashington, D.C.

November 8, 2025

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Nationals Park, hosted by the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation. Dream Big at Nats Park is a high-end fundraising event filled with fun, activities, and heartfelt moments as we come together to honor Michael Mosier, Chad Carr, and all the children impacted by DIPG in the past and present. This special night includes a strolling dinner, access to batting cages, and other interactive experiences that embrace the spirit of play. Guests will enjoy dancing, a program with a live auction, and plenty of surprises along the way. The evening promises to inspire as we raise funds for critical research, while recognizing the children and families who have faced this terrible disease. Be a part of this powerful event and help us continue the fight to Defeat DIPG.

27Ann Arbor Turkey TrotAnn Arbor, MI

November 27, 2025

Hosted by RF Events

This is sure to be a morning full of holiday fun, costumes, and running before your Thanksgiving Day feast! Run, walk, or crawl your way to tons of holiday fun! The Tot Trot 1K is perfect for the little ones and the 5K is fun for the whole family!

Fun age group awards, hot chocolate and cookies in the finish line, photos with Turkey Tom and Santa, costume and age group awards…it is going to be an amazing morning!

The Ann Arbor Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot is proud to be supporting the ChadTough Foundation this year! A portion of all entry fees will go to the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation and you are also able to make additional donations with your race registration!

 

December

11Kendra Scott Party to Defeat DIPGAnn Arbor, MI and Bethesda, MD

December 11, 2025

In memory of Chad Carr and Michael Mosier

Hosted by Friends of the Carr and Mosier Family

Join us at the Bethesda, MD, or Ann Arbor, MI Kendra Scott store on Dec 11th, 2025, with 20% of the proceeds going to ChadTough Defeat DIPG in honor of Chad Carr and Michael Mosier. You can also shop online at kendrascott.com soon: Special code is coming!!

31Sincerely Gretchen Fundraiser (2025)Online

Ongoing Fundraiser

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!