St. Jude patient Reagan with her family
Memphis will once again come together in a powerful celebration of hope, generosity and lifesaving purpose as St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital hosts its 11th annual Spirit of the Dream event, an inspiring afternoon where compassion meets culinary artistry and community spirit fuels a global mission. Presented by W&T Contracting Corporation, this event will take place on Saturday, February 20, 2027, at 11 a.m.
The Spirit of the Dream Award is one of the highest honors bestowed by St. Jude, celebrating African Americans whose commitment, leadership and unwavering generosity embody the legacy of founder Danny Thomas who believed that no child should die in the dawn of life®.
This year’s honorees will represent that vision in action. Through their philanthropy, advocacy and dedication to community, each has played a vital role in advancing the lifesaving mission of St. Jude. Their efforts have helped ensure families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing, or food so they can focus on helping their child live.
As their stories are shared throughout the afternoon, guests will be reminded that the fight against childhood cancer is not just a medical journey, it is a collective one.
All proceeds benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, where families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing, or food — so they can focus on helping their child live.
For more information on becoming a sponsor, please contact Crystal Neal at crystal.neal@alsac.stjude.org.
Date and Time
February 20, 2027
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Attire: Cocktail
Tickets and Sponsorships
Become a sponsor today! Sponsorship packages include a reserved table, brand recognition and other benefits.
St. Jude patient Reagan
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 Reagan
Become a sponsor
By partnering with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and sponsoring this event, your company can align with a nationally recognized mission and brand while inspiring pride in your employees, consumers, vendors and leaders.
Thanks to generous donors like you, St. Jude can give our doctors and researchers the tools and technology they need to make the next groundbreaking discovery. Families never receive a bill from St. Jude pay for treatment, travel, housing, or food.
For more information on sponsorship packages for St. Jude Spirit of the Dream, please connect with Crystal Neal at crystal.neal@alsac.stjude.org.
All sponsorships are subject to review and approval by ALSAC in accordance with organizational policies and guidelines.
Our committee
Event Chairs
Sue Boyle • Joann Massey
Committee
Reggie Crenshaw • Allison Fouche • Karen McCrary • Dr. Bianca J. Sweeten • Martin Truitt • Loretta Anderson-Webber • Dr. Shawn Williams
Emeritus Chairs
Darrell Cobbins • Angela Richardson
Founding Chairs
Jason Farmer • Brad and Felicia Robinson
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Join St. Jude this September as we honor those with pediatric cancer. St. Jude won't stop until no child — anywhere — dies from cancer.
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