St. Louis Children’s Hospital is fortunate to enjoy the generosity of so many people and organizations in the community. Frequently, people spend their own time and money to organize a fundraiser to benefit the hospital. These fundraisers include everything from lemonade stands, bake sales and car washes, to golf tournaments, car shows, carnivals, and more.

As a reminder, the health and safety of our community is our top priority. After your event is approved, please expect information to be sent to you just prior to the event with the most up to date recommendations regarding these guidelines, including social distancing and masking. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Hailey Cooper at 314.273.3458 or [email protected] for more information.

CLICK HERE to fill out your online fundraising event application. 

CLICK HERE to view a printable application that includes a community partnership agreement to be signed and returned.  

Many of our community partners are hosting virtual fundraisers. For more information about hosting a virtual event, please click here.

 

2023 Community Events

The events listed below are taking place in 2023 to benefit St. Louis Children's Hospital. Take a look at the list to learn more about these upcoming community events.

  • Ella Marie Trivia Night – April 1, 2023
    • This 5th annual trivia night is held in memory of Ella Marie Mertens, who passed away of an undetected congenital heart defect in 2017. The event includes a silent auction, raffles, and a sweets shop to raise funds for the Ella's Umbrella Foundation, which supports Heart Research at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
  • O'Fallon Lacrosse – April 3, 2023
    • The 12th annual Boys vs. Girls O'Fallon Township Highschool lacrosse game fundraises to support kids fighting cancer at St. Louis Children's Hospital! Admission is a suggested donation of $5.
  • The Connor Classic – April 28, 2023
    • Held in memory of their son Connor, the Connor Classic is a golf tournament featuring a silent auction, exceptional golfing, and a birthday balloon release to celebrate Connor! A portion of the proceeds from this event benefits the Center for Families at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
  • Golf for Gastroschisis – July 29, 2023
    • This golf tournament, held in honor of Laina Thessing — who overcame a gastroschisis diagnosis at birth, features a silent auction in addition to four-man scramble golf! A portion of the proceeds from this event benefit the Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
  • 6th Annual David Ian Charity Golf Tournament – September 25, 2023
    • Presented by Schaefer Autobody Centers, this golf tournament features raffle, live auction, 50/50 and even a helicopter golf ball drop! Proceeds from the tournament are donated to the Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
  • 14th Annual Hooked on Hope – October 7, 2023
    • Hooked on Hope golf tournament, dinner and auction is held in memory of Carter Faust, who passed away in 2012 after a fierce 3-year battle against Leukemia. Funds raised will benefit the Family Care Fund.
  • Heroes for Hydro – October 8, 2023
    • A golf tournament in honor of their son, Bennett, this event raises funds for hydrocephalus research at St. Louis Children's Hospital!

Previous Events

  • Kendra Scott Cupid's Couples Happy Hour – February 7, 2020
    • Sips, sweets, and shopping at Kendra Scott with 20% of sales benefitting Wings Pediatric Hospice.
  • Magellan Trivia Night – February 22, 2020
    • The 18th annual trivia night, including a silent auction and raffles, raises funds for the Wings Pediatric Hospice Program.
  • Roses from Reagan – May 1–11, 2020
    • First year event raising funds for kids with cerebral palsy and to help offset the costs associated with Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR) surgery. This event allows you to purchase bouquets of flowers, just in time for Mother's Day.
  • The Connor Golf Classic
    • The Connor Classic is an annual golf tournament and silent auction that raises money to distribute to local families who are facing challenging situations with sick children.
  • Gator Boats Poker Run
    • The Annual Gator Boats Poker Run takes place on the Gasconade River and raises funds for the Family Care Fund.
  • Golf FORE! Ellie – July 16, 2020
    • This golf Tournament and dinner auction is hosted at the beautiful Whitmoor Country Club. This event raises funds for the Rett Spectrum Clinic.
  • Joshua's Great Things 5K and Fun Run – July 18–19, 2020
    • The 2020 Joshua's Great Things Run is going virtual! You can choose to do the 5K, 9K or Kids' Fun Run anywhere you want and anytime you want during race weekend. Click here to register to join in raising funds for Pediatric Cancer Research.
  • Bergheger Golf Classic – August 7, 2020
    • The 13th Annual Bergheger Golf Classic and silent auction raises funds for Cancer Research.
  • Wolff Lemonade Stand – September 7, 2020
    • The Wolff Lemonade Stand takes place in New York, but for those who live elsewhere, donations are accepted online. This event benefits the department performing cutting edge Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy Surgery.
  • Virtual FuNFest – September 12, 2020
    • A fun filled day for the family benefiting the Neurofibromatosis Center at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
  • Kozeny-Wagner Golf Tournament – September 26, 2020
    • The Kozeny-Wagner Golf Tournament raises funds for both Pediatric Cancer Research at St. Louis Children's Hospital and the Heart Center at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. Sunset Country Club is where the golf scramble and silent auction will take place.
  • Schaefer Autobody Golf Tournament – September 28, 2020
    • Schaefer Autobody Centers is holding their annual golf tournament at Greenbriar Hills Country Club in honor and memory of David Ian Schaefer. Funds raised will benefit the David Ian Endowment fund for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Children's. New this year, a helicopter ball drop will take place at the tournament, for a chance to win $3,500 while also raising funds for Children’s.
  • Rett Gets Rocked Virtual Ultra Weekend – October 3-4, 2020
    • An event that offers runners and walkers the opportunity to complete an ultra in virtual reality during October, in the midst of COVID-19; and raises awareness and research funds to help find a cure for Rett syndrome.
  • 12th Annual Hooked on Hope – October 2, 2021
    • Hooked on Hope golf tournament, dinner and auction is held in memory of Carter Faust, who passed away in 2012 after a fierce 3-year battle against Leukemia. Funds raised will benefit the Family Care Fund.
  • Heroes for Hydro—October 10th, 2021
    • Heroes for Hydro is a first year golf tournament at Golf Club of Wentzville. This charity golf tournament is raising funds for Hydrocephalus at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. 
  • Ella Marie Virtual Silent Auction – October 28-29, 2020
    • In lieu of the annual Ella Marie Trivia Night, an online silent auction is being held this year on October 28 and 29 to support pediatric heart research.
  • "Comfort + Joy" hosted by the June Jessee Memorial Foundation – November 23, 2020
    • An online fundraiser starting Monday, November 23, 2020, "Comfort + Joy" will feature a virtual auction, high-end raffle, appeal and inspirational moment of joy in the unknown. Updates will be shared on social media and on our website.
  • Eden's Army Courage 5K – April 25, 2021
    • This event raises funds to benefit various programs in the St. Louis Children's Hospital Heart Center.
  • Golf FORE! Ellie – June 7, 2021
    • Golf FORE! Ellie Charity Golf Scramble, Dinner & Auction is hosted at the beautiful Whitmoor Country Club. This event raises funds for the Rett Spectrum Clinic.
  • Bergheger Golf Classic – June 25, 2021
    • The 14th Annual Bergheger Golf Classic takes place at Orchards Golf Course in Belleville, Illinois. The Golf Scramble and silent auction raise funds for Pediatric Cancer Research.
  • Joshua's Great Things 5K and Fun Run – July 24, 2021
    • This event is a 5K run/walk along with a Kids Fun Run. A virtual option is also available for participants. Click here to join in raising funds for Pediatric Brain Cancer Research.
  • 11th Annual FuNFest – September 11, 2021
    • A fun-filled family day at Fayette County Fairgrounds including food, drinks, music, raffles, auctions and more! Click here to learn more or purchase a ticket to benefit the Neurofibromatosis Center.
  • Kozeny-Wagner Golf Tournament – September 11, 2021
    • The Kozeny-Wagner Golf Tournament raises funds for both Pediatric Cancer Research at St. Louis Children's Hospital and the Heart Center at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. Sunset Country Club is where the golf scramble and silent auction will take place.
  • 4th Annual David Ian Charity Golf Tournament & Silent Auction – September 27, 2021
    • Schaefer Autobody Centers is holding their annual golf tournament at Greenbriar Hills Country Club in honor and memory of David Ian Schaefer. Funds raised will benefit the David Ian Endowment fund for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Children's.
  • Eden's Army Trivia Night – October 21, 2022
    • The 7th Annual Trivia Night, including a silent auction and raffles, raises funds to benefit various programs in the St. Louis Children's Hospital Heart Center.
  • Ella Marie Trivia Night – April 2, 2022
    • This annual Trivia Night, including a silent auction, raffles and a sweets shop raises funds for pediatric Heart Research. More information can be found here.
  • The Connor Classic – April 29, 2022
    • This golf tournament, including a silent auction, raises funds to feed families at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
  • Gator Boat Poker Run – June 18, 2022
    • This event is a poker run on the Missouri River, which benefits the Family Care Fund.
  • Golf for Gastroschisis – July 30, 2022
    • This golf tournament includes a silent auction and raises funds for the Family Care Center and NICU at St. Louis Children's Hospital. More information can be found here.
  • FuNFest – September 10, 2022
    • This event is a fun filled day for the entire family, featuring bounce houses, raffles, kids' games, live and silent auctions, a bake sale and more. Funds raised at this event benefit the St. Louis Children's Hospital and Washington University Neurofibromatosis Center. More information can be found here.
  • Heroes for Hydro – October 9, 2022
    • This golf tournament includes a silent auction and raises funds for neurosurgery at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
  • Magellan Trivia Night – February 25, 2023
    • This 19th annual trivia night features a silent auction and raises funds to benefit Wings Pediatric Hospice.
  • Skate Under the Stars – March 7, 2023
    • Skate Under the Stars is a celebration of kids with Rare Diseases. A night of skating, hot chocolate, and awareness at the Centene Ice Center, this first year event is fun for all ages! Proceeds benefit Rare Disease research and care at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
  • Quincy Fire Blacklight Bingo – March 18, 2023
    • Hosted by the Quincy Firefighters Local 63 in Quincy, IL this bingo night puts a fun twist on the classic game. Featuring raffles, prizes, and glow in the dark bingo! All proceeds benefit St. Louis Children's Hospital.