EVENTS
THE ANNUAL KICKS FOR A CURE WEEKEND
Out of concern for the health and safety of our athletes, sponsors, volunteers, and guests, we regret to inform you that the annual Kicks for a Cure Event, scheduled for April 17-18, 2020, has been cancelled.
Mark your calendars for the 2021 Kicks for a Cure Weekend, April 16-17, 2021!
The Kicks for a Cure weekend, which is kicked-OFF with a party on Friday evening, honors Liz Karnes and her love of soccer. Saturday’s soccer games (featuring local teams) offer an opportunity for families to cheer on the athletes and spread awareness for a great and important cause.
Funds from the weekend go directly to cancer research at UNMC’s Fred and Pamela Buffett Cancer Center and the Hereditary Cancer Center at Creighton University in Omaha. Heading into its 15th year, proceeds from past events total an impressive $3,200,000.
2020 Inspiration Award Winner
Steve and Barb Durham
“We are really involved [in Kicks for a Cure] because of Liz and Dave and our lifelong friendship with the Karnes. A few years ago I didn’t have any idea what oncology was. Having experienced what I have been through and especially what Liz had to endure has made me extremely passionate about finding a cure.” – Steve Durham
Steve Durham, an Omaha native, and his wife, Barb, currently resides in Clear Lake, TX. They have two sons, one daughter, and six grand children. Steve is a cancer survivor.
The Inspiration Award is presented to an individual, family or group that has contributed significantly to the success of the KFAC event and its efforts to increase cancer awareness locally and statewide.
THE KICK-OFF PARTY
Friday evening’s party offers the opportunity for everyone to generate excitement for Saturday’s activities and enjoy the company of others attending the event with the same goal – to Kick Cancer. Enjoy an evening of food stations, specialty cocktails, and conversation!
WHEN:
Friday April 17, 2020
6 to 9 p.m.
WHERE:
Marriott Downtown
222 N 10th Street
Omaha, Nebraska
RESERVATIONS:
Individual – $125
Table of 10 – $1250
Kari and Brandon Tauber
HONORARY CHAIRS:
Paul and Sandy Epstein
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR:
Brenda Christensen
SOCCER EXHIBITION DAY
Saturday’s soccer games will all be held at University of Nebraska Omaha’s Caniglia Field. The exhibition games are open to the public!
GAME SCHEDULE
9am – Omaha Skutt vs. Papillion La Vista South Girls
10:45am – Creighton Prep vs. Gretna Boys
5pm – Creighton University vs. UNO Women
7:30pm – Creighton University vs. UNO Men
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR SPONSORS FOR MAKING THIS WEEKEND A POSSIBILITY. WE ARE EXTREMELY GRATEFUL TO HAVE SUCH OUTSTANDING PARTNERS IN THE OMAHA COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT KICKS FOR A CURE!
GALLERY
OTHER EVENTS
KICKS FOR A CURE BAGS AND BEER
Fall 2019 Bags and Beers Tournament at Pint Nine Brewery
WHEN:
OCTOBER 18, 2020
WHERE:
TBA
20201
DF
COCKTAILS FOR KICKS
Come learn more about Kicks for a Cure and the over $3.2 million raised to support local cancer research. Kicks is a charitable program that supports cancer research, education, and patient care in the Omaha Area.
WHEN:
OCTOBER 1, 2019
WHERE:
Morrison Stadium
2021 DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
Creighton Mens vs Green Bay
SPECIAL GUEST:
Dr. Robin Eisner,
Director of Creighton University
Hereditary Cancer Center