I am fundraising using my social media platforms throughout the month in honor of my best friend’s passing to help bring awareness to childhood cancer.
“That’s My Hero.”
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V Foundation Events
NC STATE PACK TFL
Online league fundraiser through Twitter (X)
13th Annual Edward Mengel Memorial Golf Tournament
In honor of my grandfather, Edward Mengel, who passed away from cancer in 1995, we created the Edward Mengel Memorial Golf Tournament to raise money for the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
The All Pro Lines Confidence Pool
All Pro Lines is a football comedy brand. We raise money every year with a confidence pick ’em pool.
Fourth Annual Dave Thompson Memorial Tennis Tournament
This tennis tournament is in memory of Dave Thompson who contributed a lot to the Howard County, Maryland, tennis community. All attendees will make a contribution to the V Foundation.
Rick Luke Memorial Fund Dinner
Our fundraiser is a dinner hosted by the Luke Family. Tickets are $50.00 per person. Dinner is accompanied by a silent auction and live entertainment.
RD Memorial Fund
In memory of our friend RD
Do Not Give Up – Peiffer River Beach
End of camp season with friends, music, and food. Gathering together to fight against cancer.
Kickin’ Cancers Ass Bash 3
Pig roast and raffles with family and friends.
Dick Vitale Gala
Save the Date!
The 21st Annual Dick Vitale Gala will take place on Friday, May 1, 2026 in Sarasota, Florida. Event details coming soon!
2026 Gala Honorees:
- Geno Auriemma, 12-Time National Champion, UConn Women’s Basketball Head Coach
- Katie Couric, Award-Winning Journalist, Founder of Katie Couric Media
- Kelvin Sampson, University of Houston Men’s Basketball Head Coach
- John Saunders Courage Award: Jamie Valvano, Cancer Survivor, Jim Valvano’s Daughter
- Dick Vitale Spirit Award: Tom Izzo, National Champion, Michigan State University Men’s Basketball Head Coach
ESPN Sportscenter anchor Kevin Negandhi will once again emcee the Gala.
The Dick Vitale Gala is organized by Mary Kenealy Events
