All candidates, parents, team members, and guests must RSVP through the Grand Finale website by March 6th in order to secure their seat
Dates/Deadlines
Virtual Program Book Tribute
Friday February 20
RSVP Deadline
Thursday February 19
Grand Finale
Friday March 6 @ 6-10pm
Monona Terrace
1 John Nolen Dr
Madison, WI 53703
Virtual Program Book Tributes
A great option for a company that is looking for visibility in the community and has turned down a sponsorship.
A 1/2 page program tribute is $500
A full-page program tribute starts at $1,000 (B/W)
A premier program tribute is $2,000
Ad artwork and and purchase form must be submitted to Hannah.Reynolds@lls.org by February 28 to guarantee a spot.
What to Expect at Grand Finale
Grand Finale is an opportunity to celebrate all of your efforts throughout the campaign with your team, family, sponsors, and donors.
Dress Code:
This is a formal event so come dressed to impress! *formal attire is encouraged, but come in whatever you feel comfortable in*
General schedule of events:
Candidate Run Through & Photos starts at 5 PM before guest arrival
Cocktail Hour
Hosted Bar for non-alcoholic drinks and our custom mocktail
Cash Bar for alcoholic beverages
Food Stations
DJ, Photo Booth, and More!
Event Program
Honored Hero Recognition
Live Auction & Last Chance to Donate
Presentation of Team Member of the Year
Presentation of Mission Pillar Awards
Presentation of Top Fundraising Teams
Presentation of Overall Market Total
Post-Program Dessert, Photos, & After Party
How to Earn Seats to Grand Finale
Candidates and their parents/guardians will automatically receive tickets to Grand Finale
Candidates earn 10 tickets for reaching $10,000 and an additional 5 tickets for every $10,000 raised after that
Email template you can use to invite your guests
Please contact Hannah if you are unsure of how many tickets you have earned
Team Members earn 2 additional tickets (adult guest required to attend) by raising $1,500
Team Members earn 4 tickets (adult guest required to attend) by raising $5,000
Email template you can use to invite your guests
Please contact Hannah if you are unsure of how many tickets you have earned
Meet our 2024 Student Visionary of the Year!
Vivian Kammer
Changing Cancer's Course
Vivian was a sophomore at Middleton High School where she is part of Student Council, German Club, and more! Vivian was a team member in 2023 and was nominated to be a candidate by leadership committee member, Chloe McCulloch. Vivian wanted to make a lasting impact in the world of blood cancer. She did just that, and alongside her team, Changing Cancer's Course, helped raise over $56,172!
Congratulations to our other 2024 Top Fundraisers and Mission Award Winners!
1st Runners Up
Brooklyn Oberg & Emme Williams - Be CUREious
2nd Runner Up
Pepper Williams - Cure Crusaders
Team Member of the Year
Kallo Wahmhoff - Hope In Every Heartbeat
Research Mission Pillar Award
Addy Schnarr - Cardinal's Curing Cancer
Policy & Advocacy Mission Pillar Award
Chloe Brown - Hope In Every Heartbeat
Patient Education & Support Mission Pillar Award
Sophie Bell - Shout Out For A Cure