What an unforgettable night in support of pediatric cancer research.
We’re so grateful to everyone who helped bring this event to life- from our incredible honorees, to the supporters, sponsors, and behind-the-scenes teams who make every detail possible. Nights like this don’t happen without a village, and we’re proud to be part of it.
A special thank you to our emcee, Kevin Negandhi, for guiding the evening with energy, heart, and grace.
And of course, to the one and only Dick Vitale- your passion for raising awareness and funds for pediatric cancer research continues to inspire everyone in the room and beyond.
We’re still feeling the impact of the night and are deeply grateful to everyone who helped make it such a success in the fight against pediatric cancer. 🎗️
The last video 🥹🥹🥹🥹
How do you put into words 9 years of being a part of this?
9 years of being friends with one of the greatest men alive?
And 9 years of being friends with his best friend and teammate, Lorraine? How?
Tears roll down my face because it’s really hard to articulate what happens around Dick and Lorraine.
$21 million raised in one night—but really, it’s Dick and Lorraine every day asking for money.
Asking sports icons to join the fight against kids’ cancer.
$105 million in 21 years. Imagine that legacy.
Please pray for my friend @dickiev_espn as he battles cancer for the fifth time—having the same treatments my son had at age 3.
That’s what gets Dick through.
That’s what makes him never give up.
That’s what makes him keep asking for money from celebs and sports icons.
“87 years young,” as he tells me.
He plans to be here over 100—he told my boys.
Cannon absolutely idolizes Dick.
The funny thing is, Dick idolizes Cannon and all the kids with cancer.
A mutual love and respect like no other.
Today we get time with just the cancer warrior families and celebs at Dick’s house.
We yell at the TV, enjoy the Kentucky Derby fun, and rejoice over the hard work—
until tomorrow, when Dick begins all over again, working on next year’s event.
Thank you to @mkenealyevents for yet another incredible event.
To every volunteer who makes it happen—and who makes every family feel like VIPs.
And to every celebrity who has ever shown up, stepped in, and used their platform to fight for these kids.
@dickiev_espn
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Thank you to @ESPN for celebrating our friend @DickieV_ESPN by donating $100,000 to the V Foundation's Dick Vitale Pediatric Cancer Research Fund. Your ongoing support means the world to us. The inaugural Dick Vitale Invitational was, "awesome with a capital A!" We ❤️ this team.
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What an AMAZING weekend at Bad Ass Coffee! ☕💛 Thank you to everyone who came out to support @dickiev_espn and his mission to raise money for pediatric cancer research. The weekend was filled with incredible stories, inspiring people, and even a few of the Dick Vitale All Courageous Kids who joined in on the fun! 💪✨ Huge thanks to @badasscoffeeflorida for hosting and being part of this special weekend!
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