Fundraising Events
CDCRF 8th Annual Charity Golf Outing
8th Annual Charity Golf Outing - May 2025
Our signature golf tournament at Dyker Beach Golf Course brought together golfers for a full day supporting Cri Du Chat research. The event featured morning brunch, tournament play, silent auction, and evening cocktail ceremony with awards. With sponsorship levels from $250 to $10,000 (most sold out), this premier fundraising event demonstrates strong community support while funding vital medical research through an enjoyable day on the course.
Luxury Yacht Cruise Raffle for Cri du Chat Research
Luxury Yacht Cruise Raffle - Summer 2024
We hosted an exciting charity raffle featuring a 3-hour private cruise for 12 people aboard a 75-foot luxury yacht on Lake Michigan. This $9,000 prize package included captain and crew, catered lunch, premium bar, and water recreation equipment. All proceeds funded gene therapy research for Cri du Chat syndrome, combining luxury entertainment with meaningful charitable impact while showcasing Chicago's beautiful waterfront.
11th Annual Million Dollar Bike Ride
Million Dollar Bike Ride 2024 - Team CDCRF
We participated as an independent team in Penn Medicine's premier cycling fundraiser, joining 600+ riders across Philadelphia. This established event has raised over $20 million for rare disease research over 11 years, with 100% of funds supporting pilot research grants. Our founders rode the scenic 10-mile route through the city, contributing to critical funding for Cri du Chat syndrome research while promoting awareness through this impactful community event.
7th Annual CDCRF Charity Golf Outing
7th Annual Charity Golf Outing - May 2024
Our annual golf tournament at Dyker Beach Golf Course brought together golfers for a full day supporting Cri Du Chat research. The event featured morning brunch, tournament play, silent auction, and evening cocktail ceremony with awards. With multiple sponsorship levels and strong community participation, this established fundraising event demonstrates growing support while funding vital medical research through an enjoyable day on the course.
Lucky Liam Gala
Lucky Liam Gala - December 2023
Our signature evening gala honored Liam, the inspiring boy who motivated the foundation's creation. This elegant event at Dyker Beach Golf Course featured dinner, dancing, and entertainment while raising funds for Cri du Chat research. The gala brought together our community in a beautiful setting, celebrating hope and determination while supporting critical research toward finding treatments for this rare genetic syndrome.
St. Anthony's High School Dress Down Day
St. Anthony's High School Dress Down Day - June 2023
Students at St. Anthony's High School in Melville, NY organized a dress down day fundraiser supporting Cri Du Chat research. This youth-led initiative engaged the school community in charitable giving while raising awareness about rare diseases among students and families. We're grateful for the ongoing support from educational partners who help advance our mission through creative community fundraising.
Bayridge Catholic Academy Dress Down Day
Bayridge Catholic Academy Dress Down Day - May 2023
Students at Bayridge Catholic Academy participated in a special dress down day fundraiser, wearing orange for Cri du Chat awareness and blue for Apraxia awareness. This educational initiative combined charitable giving with learning opportunities about rare diseases. The enthusiastic participation from students and staff demonstrated strong community support while advancing both fundraising and awareness goals for our foundation's mission.