Join us on Thursday, April 16, for the 21st annual St. Jude Discover the Dream charity event at the Hilton Columbus Downtown in Columbus, Ohio. Donors from Central Ohio and beyond will gather to enjoy cocktails, dinner, inspirational guest speakers and auctions in support of the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Finding cures. Saving children.® Everywhere.
All proceeds from this event benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, where families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food — so they can focus on helping their child live.
Matching gifts are an easy way to increase your donation to St. Jude — at no additional cost to you! Many employers support your altruistic efforts by offering matching gift programs to your favorite charities. Check if your employer will match your gift to St. Jude or contact us at matchinggifts@stjude.org.
For information on becoming a sponsor, contact Lindsay Jindra at lindsay.jindra@alsac.stjude.org.
Date
Thursday, April 16, 2026
6 p.m.
Attire: Cocktail
Tickets and Table Sponsorships
Become a sponsor today! Sponsorship packages include a reserved table, brand recognition and other benefits.
St. Jude patient Mayela
St. Jude provides comprehensive care and health equality for children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. We tailor treatment for each child's unique needs, improving outcomes for some of the world’s sickest children.
St. Jude patient Mayela
Photos from past St. Jude Discover the Dream events
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St. Jude stories from Ohio
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Ohio woman has raised money for St. Jude since founder Danny Thomas asked for her help 50 years ago
When Shirley Krcmar heard Danny Thomas speak about his dream in 1970, it changed the course of her life. She has been dedicated to the cause now for half a century.
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Remembering Ryan: St. Jude mom is Volunteer of Year for efforts to help fund cures
Lawyer for Nationwide in Columbus, Ohio, finds ways to motivate others, even from youngest daughter's playroom: ‘I didn’t think I’d be a cancer mom -- until I was.’
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Hog Wild for St. Jude: Ohio Boy Raises $15,000 with Homegrown Pig
Seventh-grader Diesel Pippert has become a media sensation after he raised $15,000 for St. Jude – thanks to a prime pig he raised himself.
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Stitched with love
This Ohio native has been making quilts for St. Jude patients for more than 25 years. Find out what inspires her to give back.
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