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Cubs Fans Help Raise more than $2,300 at Candyality

Posted on: April 17th, 2011 by Staff

More than 600 fans visited the Wrigleyville sweets shop, raising over $2,300 for the Foundation. Fans purchased unique candy bins filled with Candyality’s very own red, white and (cubbie) blue Cubbie Gummie Bears and had the opportunity to meet Chicago Cubs pitcher Ryan Dempster.

The Dempster Family Foundation and Chicago Cubs Host “22q Day” at Wrigley on April 22

Posted on: April 17th, 2011 by Staff

The Dempster Family Foundation and the Chicago Cubs are partnering to host 22q Day on April 22, 2011 when the Cubs host the Los Angeles Dodgers. This day was created to create awareness and generate support for 22q families and children with the disorder.

Finley Dunne’s Tavern Raises More than $4,300 At “Eve Of The Opener”

Posted on: April 17th, 2011 by Staff

Cubs fans celebrated the opening of the 2011 season at Finley Dunne’s Tavern while raising funds for a good cause.

Spend an Afternoon with Ryan Dempster at Candyality in Chicago

Posted on: March 8th, 2011 by J. Michael Moore

Chicago Cubs Pitcher Ryan Dempster (and candy aficionado) will sign autographs at the local sweet shop on Sunday, April 3, 2011 from 4-6pm. Proceeds from the sale of Cubbie Gummie Bears will benefit The Ryan and Jenny Dempster Family Foundation.

Video: Ryan Dempster Jokes With Baseball Tonight

Posted on: March 1st, 2011 by J. Michael Moore

Ryan Dempster checks out the “Baseball Tonight” Bus (ESPN).

Dempster Named Cubs 2011 Opening-Day Starter

Posted on: February 21st, 2011 by J. Michael Moore

Cubs Manager Mike Quade has decided to go with Ryan Dempster as the 2011 Opening Day starter (Cubs.com).

22q at the Zoo Parent Partner Plan

Posted on: February 18th, 2011 by J. Michael Moore

If you are interested in taking the lead for May 22nd in your city/at your local zoo email Sheila Kambin at KAMBINS@email.chop.edu to be included on the Zoo Day updates. Reach out to everyone you know (family, friends, teachers, doctors, your children’s classes, your neighbors, etc.) Contact your local zoo for complimentary/discounted zoo tickets Plan a fun [...]

The Piggery Lends a Helping Hoof

Posted on: February 13th, 2011 by J. Michael Moore

The Piggery joins the team to help raise funds for the Foundation… Click here for more info!

Marylou Lymer Foundation Pitches In to Strike Out 22q!

Posted on: February 10th, 2011 by J. Michael Moore

A portion of the proceeds from this year’s Marylou Lymer Memorial Hockey Tournament in British Columbia, Canada will be donated The Dempster Family Foundation.

Carrie’s Run for Riley

Posted on: February 8th, 2011 by J. Michael Moore

Nurse Carrie Prather is “going the extra mile” for Riley. Donate to help Carrie raise funds to help Strike Out 22q!