The DGG Event of the Year is awarded to the 2022 DGG event that set the highest example to which all other events should be measured by implementing DGG best practices, achieving and exceeding fundraising goals and overcoming multiple obstacles while providing guests with a unique and memorable experience. This event took a new approach and made a lasting impression through their fundraising efforts.
WINNER: St. Jude Celebrity Chef & Wine Dinner (Charlotte, NC)


The DGG Chairperson of the Year is awarded to the chairperson who embraced the uncertain, was innovative and adaptive, pushed forward through their leadership and commitment and was dedicated more than ever to the kids at St. Jude!
WINNER: Dr. Phil Wenk, Delta Dental & Friends Golf Tournament and Dinner (Nashville, TN)

Dr. Phil Wenk (right) pictured with St. Jude patient Mabry and her family
The DGG Committee of the Year is awarded to the committee who rallied together and kept their fundraising efforts at the forefront no matter what was thrown their way. They stayed positive, goal oriented and had fun while cheering on the kids at St. Jude.
WINNER: St. Jude Heart of Fashion (Las Vegas, NV)


The DGG Rising Star - Dinners is awarded to a committee member or DGG dinner that shined above the rest by persevering through uncharted waters, staying motivated and passionate about St. Jude and leading by example by bringing their "A" game to the forefront of fundraising.
WINNER: Joseph T. Rallo, St. Jude Wall Street Taste of New York
The DGG Rising Star - Golf is awarded to a committee member or DGG golf tournament that shined above the rest by persevering through uncharted waters, staying motivated and passionate about St. Jude and leading by example by bringing their "A" game to the forefront of fundraising.
WINNER: St. Jude New Jersey Golf Classic & Cocktail Party