Events

Jan
28
Sat
Siera’s 35th Birthday Bash for IRSF
Jan 28 @ 5:00 pm

Siera’s 35th Birthday Bash for IRSF

Date: Saturday, January 28th, 2023 Time: 5pm-11pm Location: St. Louis Moose Lodge 1566, 811 Michigan Ave, St Louis MI 48880 Come help us celebrate Siera’s 35th birthday while raising funds for IRSF. Enjoy an evening of entertainment, dinner & cash bar, live & silent auction and more! All ages welcome. To RSVP, please contact Lisa Rushin at: 989-285-5994. Unable to join but want to donate- you may do so here: https://rettgrassrootevents.funraise.org/fundraiser/lisa-rushin All proceeds to benefit IRSF.
Apr
28
Fri
The Great Rett Shootout 2023 @ Blackwood Sporting Co.
Apr 28 @ 2:00 pm
Date: Friday, April 28, 2023 Time: 12 p.m. Registration | 1:00 p.m. Event Start Location: Blackwood Sporting Co. (11400 FM 2854 Rd, Conroe TX 77304) It’s that time again! Let’s break some clays and go ALL IN to create a world without Rett! Gather your friends and family for an incredible day of tournament skeet shooting, live music, raffles, crawfish boil, and tons of fun to support this very special cause. INFORMATION & REGISTRATION
Jun
5
Mon
2023 IRSF Rett Syndrome Scientific Meeting
Jun 5 – Jun 7 all-day
Date: June 5-7, 2023 Time: All Day Location: Nashville, Tennessee LEARN MORE The research community is invited to join us in Nashville once again for the 2023 IRSF Rett Syndrome Scientific Meeting next June! The goal of this meeting is to bring together researchers studying Rett and related fields in academia, industry, and governmental agencies from all around the world. Together, we will continue to break down barriers and discuss ways to leverage learning in the lab to be rapidly deployed to the clinic. The meeting will consist of both poster and oral presentation sessions focused on basic, translational, and clinical work on Rett syndrome. Early bird pricing ends March 24 and the late-breaking abstract submission window will be open April 5-May 5. Thank you to our sponsors: Presenting Sponsor: Gold Sponsor: Silver Sponsor:
Bronze Sponsor:
Friend: DiamiR Biosciences mejo  
Jul
15
Sat
POUND Out Rett 2023 @ IBEW Local 1
Jul 15 all-day
Date: Saturday, July 15, 2023 Time: 12-4 p.m. (Check-in 12p, POUND 1p, Happy Hour 2-4p) Location: IBEW Local 1 (5850 Elizabeth Ave, St Louis, MO 63110) Channel your inner rockstar in POUND® - an exhilarating full body workout inspired by the infectious, energizing, and sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums. Designed for all fitness levels and easily modifiable, POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for rockstars of all ages and abilities to let loose! Come rock out workout, enjoy refreshments, vendors, a silent auction, and more! INFORMATION & REGISTRATION
Sep
9
Sat
Fill Your Freezer for Rett 2023 @ Online
Sep 9 all-day
The Morrison Family is hosting a pig raffle fundraiser in honor of their daughter, Savannah, who has Rett syndrome. Each prize is for half of a processed pig! Two prizes are available, and one person can win both prizes. Tickets are now available for purchase and the drawing will be hosted on Saturday, September 9th. *Must be located within 180 miles of Dragoon, AZ for local delivery. Outside of that range, winner(s) must be willing to pick up. Should winner choose to donate back the meat, an additional winner(s) will be drawn. MORE INFORMATION Please direct any questions to Sarah & Lonnie Morrison: Sarah: 206-947-0176 Lonnie: 520-507-1593
Pittsburgh Strollathon @ Buffalo Creek Nature Park
Sep 9 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Date: Saturday, September 9, 2023 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2 p.m. Eastern Location: Buffalo Creek Nature Park (154 Monroe Road, Sarver, PA 16055) Event Chairs: Terre Gray and Kati Gray (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Nebraska Strollathon @ Yanney Heritage Park
Sep 9 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Date: Saturday, September 9th, 2023 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4 p.m. CT Location: Yanney Heritage Park - ERC Building (2020 W 11th St, Kearney, NE 68845) Event Chairs: Jacy Horst, Megan Ladenburger, & Elly Gullion (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION Make sure to follow the event on Facebook to stay up to date! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Sep
10
Sun
Michigan Strollathon @ Drake Sports Park
Sep 10 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Date: Sunday, September 10th, 2023 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1 p.m. ET Location: Drake Sports Park (6801 Drake Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322) Event Chairs: Lisa Fenberg & Kate Ficano (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION Make sure to follow the event on Facebook to stay up to date! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Sep
23
Sat
Raleigh Strollathon @ Crowder County Park
Sep 23 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Date: Saturday, September 23, 2023 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1 p.m. Eastern Location: Crowder County Park (4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex, NC 27539) Event Chairs: Gwen Noecker  (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Sep
30
Sat
Philadelphia Strollathon @ East Goshen Township Park
Sep 30 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1 p.m. Eastern Location: East Goshen Township Park (1661 Paoli Pike, West Chester, PA 19380) Event Chairs: Siobhann Bennett (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Oct
1
Sun
Minnesota Strollathon @ Savage Environmental Learning Center McColl Pond
Oct 1 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Date: Sunday, October 1st, 2023 Time: 1-4 p.m. CT Location: Environmental Learning Center (13550 Dakota Ave S, Savage, MN 55378) Event Chairs: Mary Kallstrom (Contact Email) Save the date to WALK N' ROLL with us! REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION Make sure to follow the event on Facebook to stay up to date! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Oct
7
Sat
New Jersey Strollathon @ Thompson Park, Old Orchard Picnic Pavilion
Oct 7 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Date: Sunday, October 7th, 2023 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12 p.m. Eastern Location: Thompson Park, Old Orchard Picnic Pavilion (805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ 07738-1695) Event Chairs: Leslie Greenfield & Allison Fitzgerald (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Maryland Strollathon @ Matthew Henson State Park
Oct 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Date: Saturday, October 7th, 2023 Time: 10:00 a.m.-1 p.m. ET Location: Matthew Henson State Park (13421 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20906); park at the Matthew Henson Trail Park & Parking Area located behind the Global Mission Church Event Chairs: Toni Moore (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
St. Louis Strollathon @ JCC St. Louis
Oct 7 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Date: Saturday, October 7th, 2023 Time: 10:00 a.m. CT Location: JCC St. Louis (2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146) Event Chairs: Joyce Opinsky, Amy Kreher, & Amanda Sommer (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION Make sure to follow the event on Facebook to stay up to date! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Oct
21
Sat
So Cal Strollathon @ Whittier High School
Oct 21 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Date: Saturday, October 21st, 2023 Time: 12-4 p.m. PT Location: Whittier High School (12417 Philadelphia St, Whittier, CA 90601) Event Chair: Sherri Brady (Contact Email) The So Cal Strollathon is back this Fall! Save the date to join us on Saturday, October 21st for our 21st annual stroll at Whittier High School. REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION Make sure to follow the event on Facebook to stay up to date! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Oct
22
Sun
Dallas Strollathon @ Gussie Field Watterworth Park
Oct 22 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Date: Sunday, October 22nd, 2023 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4 p.m. Central Location: Gussie Field Watterworth Park (2610 Valley View Ln, Farmers Branch, TX 75234) Event Chairs: Vanessa Peace  (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Oct
28
Sat
4th Annual Raise a Glass for Rett Gala @ Watch Virtually or at locations throughout the US
Oct 28 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023 Time: 8-9 p.m. ET Location: Virtual Livestream + In-Person Viewing Parties across the US Join us for the 4th Annual Raise a Glass for Rett Gala, presented by Raising a Hand for Rett! GET VIRTUAL TICKETS Grab your commemorative beer or wine glass and join us for an evening of stories from your Rett community, inspiring updates on science and research advancements, and the opportunity to support Rett families all over the world. This special event will be streamed by thousands across the globe, either from one of our viewing parties or from the comfort of your home. Over the past two years, our donors, sponsors, and viewers have raised nearly $1M to empower families and accelerate research towards treatments and cures for Rett. Locations: For sponsorship opportunities or interest in hosting a viewing party in your city, please contact Tim Frank at [email protected].
Nov
4
Sat
Florida Strollathon @ West Melbourne’s Space Coast Field of Dreams
Nov 4 @ 9:30 am
Date: Saturday, November 4, 2023 Time: 9:30 a.m. ET Location: West Melbourne’s Space Coast Field of Dreams (3053 Fell Road, West Melbourne,FL 32904) Event Chair: Henry Perez (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION Make sure to follow the event on Facebook to stay up to date! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Nor Cal Strollathon & 5K @ Vasona Lake County Park
Nov 4 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
  Date: Sunday, November 4th, 2023 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pacific Location: Vasona Lake County Park (333 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, CA 95032) Event Chairs:  Rachael Linford, Melissa Nues & Natalie Gifford (Contact Email) REGISTER & MORE INFORMATION The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Jun
18
Tue
2024 IRSF Rett Syndrome Scientific Meeting @ The Westin Westminster
Jun 18 – Jun 19 all-day
Date: June 18-19, 2024 Time: All Day Location: Westminster, Colorado LEARN MORE The research community is invited to join us in Colorado for the 2024 IRSF Rett Syndrome Scientific Meeting next June! Part of ASCEND 2024, the IRSF Rett Syndrome Scientific Meeting brings together scientists and researchers studying Rett syndrome and related areas from around the world. During this 2-day meeting, attendees representing academia, industry, and governmental agencies will share their latest research advances and discuss ways to leverage learning in the lab to be rapidly deployed in the clinic. The IRSF Rett Syndrome Scientific Meeting is the only annual, global, and comprehensive research meeting focused exclusively on Rett syndrome. Thank you to our sponsors: Presenting Sponsor: Platinum Sponsors:
Jul
8
Mon
Goals Fore Gracie @ Thousand Oaks Golf Club
Jul 8 @ 10:30 am
Date: Monday, July 8, 2024 Time: Registration 9 a.m. ET | Shotgun Start 10:30 a.m. ET Location: Thousand Oaks Golf Club (4100 Thousand Oaks Drive NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525) The Visser Family is excited to host their 2nd annual Goals Fore Gracie Golf Outing inspired by their 5-year-old daughter, Gracie. Join us for a round of golf, lunch, raffle, after tournament cocktails, and more! INFORMATION & REGISTRATION
Jul
13
Sat
POUND Out Rett @ IBEW Local 1
Jul 13 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Date: Saturday, July 13, 2024 Time: 12-4 p.m. Location: IBEW Local 1 (5850 Elizabeth Ave, St Louis, MO 63110) Channel your inner rockstar in POUND® - an exhilarating full body workout inspired by the infectious, energizing, and sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums. Designed for all fitness levels and easily modifiable, POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for rockstars of all ages and abilities to let loose! Come rock out workout, enjoy refreshments, vendors, a silent auction, and more! More information coming soon!
Jul
20
Sat
Let’s Flamingle for a Cure @ Henmick Farm & Brewery
Jul 20 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Date: Saturday, July 20, 2024 Time: 2-5 p.m. ET Location: Henmick Farm & Brewery (4380 N Old State Rd, Delaware, OH 43015) More information coming soon!
Sep
7
Sat
Pittsburgh Strollathon @ Buffalo Creek Nature Park
Sep 7 @ 10:00 am
Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. ET Location: Buffalo Creek Nature Park (154 Monroe Road, Sarver, PA 16055) Event Chairs: Terre & Kati Gray (Contact Email) MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Sep
21
Sat
Raise a Glass for Rett – Kansas @ Olathe Community Center
Sep 21 all-day
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024 Time: TBD Location: Olathe Community Center (1205 E Kansas City Rd, Olathe, KS 66061) More information coming soon!
Sep
28
Sat
Nebraska Strollathon @ Yanney Park
Sep 28 @ 12:00 pm
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024 Time: 11 a.m. CT Location: Yanney Park (2020 W 11th St, Kearney, NE 68845) Event Chairs: Elly Gullion MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Oct
5
Sat
New Jersey Strollathon
Oct 5 all-day
Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024 Time: TBD Location: TBD Event Chairs: Leslie Greenfield & Allison Fitzgerald MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Maryland Strollathon @ Matthew Henson State Park
Oct 5 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Date: Saturday, October 5th, 2024 Time: 12:00 p.m.-4 p.m. ET Location: Matthew Henson State Park (13421 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20906) Event Chairs: Toni Moore & James Borris, Daniel Jackson, and Cathy Borris-Hale MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Oct
6
Sun
Minnesota Strollathon
Oct 6 all-day
Date: Sunday, October 6th, 2024 Time: TBD Location: Savage, MN Event Chairs: Mary Kallstrom (Contact Email) MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON! Make sure to follow the event on Facebook to stay up to date! The Strollathon is a nationwide IRSF fundraiser that brings together local communities to go ALL IN towards treatment and a cure for Rett syndrome. Since 2004, these family-friendly events powered by dedicated volunteers, sponsors, donors, and Rett families have raised more than $15M to advance IRSF’s mission to empower families and accelerate research toward a world without Rett.
Oct
11
Fri
Warrior William Fishing Tournament
Oct 11 all-day
Date: Friday, October 11, 2024 Time: TBD Location: Imperial, MO More information coming soon!