Athletic Fundraising

Get Active. Conquer Kids' Cancer.

From runs and walks to lacrosse, baseball, cycling, volleyball, pickleball and more, athletes, teams, and fans are turning their passion for sports into lifesaving childhood cancer research.

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How it Works

  • GET MOVING

    Choose Your Activity

    Move Your Way—Run, walk, cycle, lift—the choice is yours!

  • RAISE FUNDS

    Create a Fundraising Page

    We give you the tools! Our support team is here to help every step of the way.

  • MAKE AN IMPACT

    Play, Train, or Compete

    Turn your activity into fuel for life-saving research and help find the next breakthrough for kids with cancer.

Power Research with Movement and Save Lives

Turn any activity you love—walks, runs, or team sports—into funding for childhood cancer research.

Whether you’re walking, running, shooting hoops, or rolling a strike, your movement can fuel lifesaving childhood cancer research. Choose an activity you love and turn it into hope for kids and families everywhere.

Other Ways to Get Involved

  • Person getting their head shaved looks at their reflection in a mirror.

    Head-Shaving Events

    A team of bald heads makes a powerful statement, saves lives, and has been known to give a competitive edge over the opponent.

  • Two people sitting outdoors, wearing bright green backpacks that reads “Conquer Kids’ Cancer.”

    Join the Backpack Challenge

    Wear the bright green St. Baldrick’s backpack all day for 28 days (or 28 miles) to walk in the footsteps of kids with cancer.

  • Two smiling volunteers in St. Baldrick’s shirts sit at a table with a laptop at an outdoor event.

    Do What You Want

    Host a bake sale, celebrate your birthday, host a ladies night or donate snack bar proceeds...just do what you want to fundraise for kids with cancer.

Let's Get Started

Share your details with us, and we'll reach out to help create your fundraising page.

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Buckets for St. Baldrick's
Syracuse, NY, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be an athlete?

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Is there a minimum fundraising amount?

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Can I participate virtually?

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What information will we cover in our initial call?

We are excited to get to know you and learn about why you’re inspired to get involved! We'll start by answering any questions you may have about St. Baldrick's mission or our fundraising opportunities. We'll also briefly run through our event planning process including your Core Committee and fundraising goals to help set you up for success!

How long does it take to organize an event?

We suggest at least 2 months of lead time prior to event date to help you organize and reach out to possible participants.

What materials does St. Baldrick's supply?

Website – Use your online event page to collect donations, register participants, honor kid(s) and create custom links for easy sharing.

Resource Lounge – Full of templates, guidelines, tips and tools to help you throughout the event planning process.

Promotional Supplies – Everything from customized posters and brochures, wristbands, buttons, to collection cups and fundraising charms.

Day of Event Supplies – Buttons, stickers, banners, barber capes, t-shirts and more!

Have other questions? Contact us at events@stbaldricks.org.