Danny Did love to rehash a good time. Check here for photos and recaps of previous events have benefited Danny Did. Thanks for attending and for supporting epilepsy and SUDEP awareness.
February 4, 2012: 2nd Annual War On The Shore To Benefit Danny Did
Thanks to Loyola Academy and athletic director Pat Mahoney and head coach Tom Livatino for including Danny Did as the charitable partner for the 2nd Annual War On the Shore 3-game high school basketball event. Six teams took part and big crowds were exposed to our mission to prevent deaths caused by seizures. This year a Bake For Danny sale was added to the mix and was a big success thanks to our high school ambassador, Kiernan Dunham. Check out a video recap of the day from the Medill News Service here: http://news.medill.northwestern.edu/chicago/news.aspx?id=199937.
January 28, 2012: 2nd Annual Zumba for Danny Did
The crowd had a great time at the 2nd Annual Zumba for Danny workout and party hosted by the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 8. The LAOH was first organized in 1836 and practice friendship and unity and perpetuate the Irish heritage while doing good works for others. Many thanks to all LAOH members and to our lead Zumba instructors – Diane Garvey and Regina Mundt – aka The Party Starters. You guys know how to generate a good time! Thanks all who attended, to The McGowans for their great live music, and to the Irish-American Heritage Center for their beautiful ball room space. A good day. See the photos here.
January 26, 2012: Stand Up For Danny at The Abbey Pub
It was a great night of music and comedy at our 1st Annual Stand Up For Danny event at The Abbey Pub. More than 120 people enjoyed Rock ‘n Roll from John LaMantia and his band, Love and Evolution, before taking in a hilarious comedy show with some of the best comics in Chicago and beyond. Thank you to Marc Mulvey, Mike Ostrowski, and Mike Toomey, and to our surprise guests, Bill Bunker, and Pat Tomasulo of the WGN Morning News. As our host Brian Stephenson says, laughter is the best medicine. Thank you Brian, can’t wait to do it again! Click here to see photos.
January 16, 2012: Hustle & Heart Basketball Clinic to Benefit Danny Did
This one-day basketball clinic enjoyed by 300+ boys and girls was hosted by Notre Dame College Prep coaches Kevin Clancy and Tom Les, Loyola Academy coach Tom Livatino, and Gordon Tech coach Shay Boyle. We are grateful to these coaches for supporting epilepsy awareness! Thanks also to the team at Golf View Recreation Center in Niles, IL for the incredible gym space, and to the former Division I athletes that assisted, including Stacy Bruno, Deirdre Naughton, Peter Patton, Kenny Harvey and John Joe Farragher. Special thanks to our sponsors, including Prairie Capital, Sauganash Montessori School, North Shore Shell, the Peter Huynh State Farm Agency, Balanced Asset Strategies Ltd., and Chuck Shields of Century 21 McMullen. We appreciate you! Click here to see photos.
January 14, 2012: Book Signing & Sale at Gap Kids Old Orchard
Authors Gina Restivo and Chip Gilbertson led a fun day and signed their children’s book Fly Danny, Fly at Gap Kids/Baby Gap in the Westfield Old Orchard shopping mall in Skokie, IL. As part of this great collaboration with Gap Kids, all customers received 25% off store wide with a purchase of Fly Danny, Fly. Partial proceeds from Fly Danny, Fly benefit the Danny Did Foundation. Thank you Gap Kids! Click here to view photos.
December 10, 2011
Loyola University – Northwestern College Basketball Game to Benefit Danny Did
Over 500 fans turned out to watch the Ramblers take on the Wildcats in the “Battle of Sheridan Road.” Partial ticket proceeds went to the Danny Did Foundation thanks to the generosity of Loyola University. Mary Grace and her Edgebrook Eagles team scrimmaged at half time and had a great time, and our Bake For Danny bake sale was a success. Special thanks to Pat Schultz, coach Eric Simpson and athletic director Dr. Grace Calhoun.
September 25, 2011
Fall Basketball Clinic to Benefit Danny Did
More than 125 kids enjoyed our Hustle & Heart basketball clinic at Benet Academy. Thanks to Benet Coach Gene Heidkamp and his players and staff for volunteering their time to lead a great day. The clinic was another opportunity to introduce kids to our foundation through sports. Danny Did Hustle and Danny Did have Heart.
Fall Basketball Clinic to Benefit Danny Did
More than 125 kids enjoyed our Hustle & Heart basketball clinic at Benet Academy. Thanks to Benet Coach Gene Heidkamp and his players and staff for volunteering their time to lead a great day. The clinic was another opportunity to introduce kids to our foundation through sports. Danny Did Hustle and Danny Did have Heart.
September 14, 2011
Cocktails 4 Causes at the Drake Hotel
The legendary Palm Court Room at the Drake hotel served as a magnificent backdrop for the Danny Did Foundation to meet over 150 new friends and supporters. Great thanks to Molly House and the fabulous staff at the Drake for hosting a remarkable evening.
Cocktails 4 Causes at the Drake Hotel
The legendary Palm Court Room at the Drake hotel served as a magnificent backdrop for the Danny Did Foundation to meet over 150 new friends and supporters. Great thanks to Molly House and the fabulous staff at the Drake for hosting a remarkable evening.
August 27, 2011
The Townes Concert at The Abbey Pub
Over 300 people joined the DDF at the Abbey Pub for a night of music and fun. Great thanks to the Looney family, Natalie Landini, Phil Davidson, Austin Nicholl, and The Townes: Brendan Bruno, Tim Zelasko, Dave Paciga, and Ryan Arnswald. All ticket proceeds went toward our mission to prevent deaths caused by seizures. Owned and operated by the Looney Family, The Abbey Pub has been a premier venue for live music in Chicago since 1973. You can listen to music by The Townes and check them out on Facebook here. Thank you to The Abbey and to The Townes!
The Townes Concert at The Abbey Pub
Over 300 people joined the DDF at the Abbey Pub for a night of music and fun. Great thanks to the Looney family, Natalie Landini, Phil Davidson, Austin Nicholl, and The Townes: Brendan Bruno, Tim Zelasko, Dave Paciga, and Ryan Arnswald. All ticket proceeds went toward our mission to prevent deaths caused by seizures. Owned and operated by the Looney Family, The Abbey Pub has been a premier venue for live music in Chicago since 1973. You can listen to music by The Townes and check them out on Facebook here. Thank you to The Abbey and to The Townes!
July 30, 2011
The Nil Tap Golf Outing & Block Party
Thanks to everyone who took part in The Nil Tap golf outing and block party to benefit the Danny Did Foundation. We had a great time with both old friends and new and we were glad to be a part of it. Great thanks to Patti and Curtis Iussa and to Phil and Linda Dewald and everybody at The Nil Tap for making the 2011 Nil Tap Golf Outing and Block Party another huge success.
The Nil Tap Golf Outing & Block Party
Thanks to everyone who took part in The Nil Tap golf outing and block party to benefit the Danny Did Foundation. We had a great time with both old friends and new and we were glad to be a part of it. Great thanks to Patti and Curtis Iussa and to Phil and Linda Dewald and everybody at The Nil Tap for making the 2011 Nil Tap Golf Outing and Block Party another huge success.
July 17, 2011
2nd Annual Danny Stanton Kickball Tournament
Over 300 kids . . . 30 games . . . 24 teams . . . Thanks to all who took part in the 2nd Annual Danny Stanton Kickball Tournament, held on Danny Stanton Field at Edgebrook Park. The DDF believes that everyone – from grade school kids to world renown doctors – should take part in the discussion about seizures. For some kids, a day of kickball might be that introduction. Thanks to the many volunteers who helped, and special thanks to Pete Lazzara, Jim Mullaghy, and Corky Kane for their marathon day of setup, coaching, and umpiring. Thanks most of all to Danny for sharing his love of life with all.
2nd Annual Danny Stanton Kickball Tournament
Over 300 kids . . . 30 games . . . 24 teams . . . Thanks to all who took part in the 2nd Annual Danny Stanton Kickball Tournament, held on Danny Stanton Field at Edgebrook Park. The DDF believes that everyone – from grade school kids to world renown doctors – should take part in the discussion about seizures. For some kids, a day of kickball might be that introduction. Thanks to the many volunteers who helped, and special thanks to Pete Lazzara, Jim Mullaghy, and Corky Kane for their marathon day of setup, coaching, and umpiring. Thanks most of all to Danny for sharing his love of life with all.
June 11, 2011
2nd Annual Evening of Hearts and Hugs
Over 300 Danny Did Foundation supporters joined the DDF at its 2nd Annual Evening of Hearts and Hugs at Misericordia on the North Side of Chicago. From senators to world-class doctors to guys and girls from the old neighborhood, all had a great time as we raised money to carry on in our mission to prevent deaths caused by seizures. The food and music were outstanding, the silent and live auctions were a hit, the inaugural presentations of the Danny Did Foundation Award for Excellence in Emerging Seizure Detection Technologies and of the Danny Did Foundation High School Scholarship Award were inspiring, and the announcement of the DDF’s first grant to assist in the development of a promising seizure detection device all made for a night that truly marked a milestone for the Danny Did Foundation. Many thanks for to our sponsors: Durrett Design; Columbus Vegetable Oils; The Law Offices of Amari & Locallo; Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts; Denise Kozloff and David Cross; ‘Do or Dye Hair Salon; Emfit Corp.; Lundbeck Inc.; TMP Development Inc.; Chicagoland Custom Closets; Frost, Ruttenberg & Rothblatt, P.C.; Richmond Insurance Co.; Sauganash Montessori; Loftus & O’Meara Staffing; Odyssey Digital Printing; The Walters Family; Geneva Investments; The Mitchell Family; R&M Freight; Bill May; The Murphy/McConville Family; Hatzalah Chicago; Peter Lazzara and EMSed Emergency Training; Bosch Power Tools; Kopec & Kent, P.C.; Daniel Cotter, and Judy Kiehn.
2nd Annual Evening of Hearts and Hugs
Over 300 Danny Did Foundation supporters joined the DDF at its 2nd Annual Evening of Hearts and Hugs at Misericordia on the North Side of Chicago. From senators to world-class doctors to guys and girls from the old neighborhood, all had a great time as we raised money to carry on in our mission to prevent deaths caused by seizures. The food and music were outstanding, the silent and live auctions were a hit, the inaugural presentations of the Danny Did Foundation Award for Excellence in Emerging Seizure Detection Technologies and of the Danny Did Foundation High School Scholarship Award were inspiring, and the announcement of the DDF’s first grant to assist in the development of a promising seizure detection device all made for a night that truly marked a milestone for the Danny Did Foundation. Many thanks for to our sponsors: Durrett Design; Columbus Vegetable Oils; The Law Offices of Amari & Locallo; Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts; Denise Kozloff and David Cross; ‘Do or Dye Hair Salon; Emfit Corp.; Lundbeck Inc.; TMP Development Inc.; Chicagoland Custom Closets; Frost, Ruttenberg & Rothblatt, P.C.; Richmond Insurance Co.; Sauganash Montessori; Loftus & O’Meara Staffing; Odyssey Digital Printing; The Walters Family; Geneva Investments; The Mitchell Family; R&M Freight; Bill May; The Murphy/McConville Family; Hatzalah Chicago; Peter Lazzara and EMSed Emergency Training; Bosch Power Tools; Kopec & Kent, P.C.; Daniel Cotter, and Judy Kiehn.
May 22, 2011
Danny Stanton Day Celebration and Book Launch
What a day . . . it was picture perfect. Our celebration of Danny Stanton Day included music, face painting, cake, a balloon launch . . . and a book launch! A new children’s book, Fly Danny, Fly, written by local authors Chip Gilbertson and Gina Restivo, who were inspired to complete the project thanks to the way that Danny lived his life and to the way that Danny’s love and spirit continues to live on in so many, sold hundreds of copies as both kids and adults enjoyed speaking with the authors. The Danny Did Foundation will receive partial proceeds from the sale of Fly Danny, Fly, which is now available for purchase at www.pigupstation.com. Thanks to all who came out to enjoy the 2nd Annual Danny Stanton Day at Edgebrook School. Special thanks to the Fly Danny, Fly authors, to singer Laura Forney, to face painter Judy Rodriguez, to the dozens of volunteers who contributed their time and energy to make for a fun day, and to the hundreds who came out to support Danny and the Danny Did Foundation. All your friends were there, Danny. We love you.
Danny Stanton Day Celebration and Book Launch
What a day . . . it was picture perfect. Our celebration of Danny Stanton Day included music, face painting, cake, a balloon launch . . . and a book launch! A new children’s book, Fly Danny, Fly, written by local authors Chip Gilbertson and Gina Restivo, who were inspired to complete the project thanks to the way that Danny lived his life and to the way that Danny’s love and spirit continues to live on in so many, sold hundreds of copies as both kids and adults enjoyed speaking with the authors. The Danny Did Foundation will receive partial proceeds from the sale of Fly Danny, Fly, which is now available for purchase at www.pigupstation.com. Thanks to all who came out to enjoy the 2nd Annual Danny Stanton Day at Edgebrook School. Special thanks to the Fly Danny, Fly authors, to singer Laura Forney, to face painter Judy Rodriguez, to the dozens of volunteers who contributed their time and energy to make for a fun day, and to the hundreds who came out to support Danny and the Danny Did Foundation. All your friends were there, Danny. We love you.
May 15, 2011
Team Danny Did in the Magellan Chicago Half Marathon & 10K
Many thanks to Team Danny Did for braving the elements on Sunday to represent Danny and our mission to prevent deaths caused by seizures. We enjoyed the chance to visit with old friends and to met new ones as well. It was fitting that so hearty and dedicated of a group was challenged to battle wind, rain, and even waves to raise awareness for the DDF. More than once we heard “nothing was going to keep me home today: this is for Danny.” Team Danny Did is an important part of our cause and will continue to advocate for epilepsy and SUDEP awareness for a long time to come. The efforts of Team Danny Did make us a stronger and more capable foundation. Thanks and let’s get ready for the marathon!
Team Danny Did in the Magellan Chicago Half Marathon & 10K
Many thanks to Team Danny Did for braving the elements on Sunday to represent Danny and our mission to prevent deaths caused by seizures. We enjoyed the chance to visit with old friends and to met new ones as well. It was fitting that so hearty and dedicated of a group was challenged to battle wind, rain, and even waves to raise awareness for the DDF. More than once we heard “nothing was going to keep me home today: this is for Danny.” Team Danny Did is an important part of our cause and will continue to advocate for epilepsy and SUDEP awareness for a long time to come. The efforts of Team Danny Did make us a stronger and more capable foundation. Thanks and let’s get ready for the marathon!
May 1, 2011
2nd Annual Danny Did Love Buzz Cuts
Thanks to Julie Fowler Kelley, Anne Mannix, and the wonderful staff at ‘Do or Dye Hair Salon on the North Side (6005 N. Nina Ave.) and to the great staff at Fantastic Sam’s on the South Side (9548 W. 147th, Orland Park) for hosting the 2nd Annual Danny Did Love Buzz Cuts! Hundreds of boys and men received Danny’s favorite cut as they got ready for summer and gave a nod of their heads to a little boy who knew how to live his life in style. The girls and the ladies got into the game as well this year as they sported purple hair extensions representative of the color of Epilepsy awareness. The weather was great and entire baseball and softball teams showed up for buzz cuts and extensions in support of the DDF. It was Danny’s kind of day. Thanks too to another new Buzz Cut location this year: Shabby Shek in Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania!
2nd Annual Danny Did Love Buzz Cuts
Thanks to Julie Fowler Kelley, Anne Mannix, and the wonderful staff at ‘Do or Dye Hair Salon on the North Side (6005 N. Nina Ave.) and to the great staff at Fantastic Sam’s on the South Side (9548 W. 147th, Orland Park) for hosting the 2nd Annual Danny Did Love Buzz Cuts! Hundreds of boys and men received Danny’s favorite cut as they got ready for summer and gave a nod of their heads to a little boy who knew how to live his life in style. The girls and the ladies got into the game as well this year as they sported purple hair extensions representative of the color of Epilepsy awareness. The weather was great and entire baseball and softball teams showed up for buzz cuts and extensions in support of the DDF. It was Danny’s kind of day. Thanks too to another new Buzz Cut location this year: Shabby Shek in Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania!
March 12, 2011
South Side Irish Family Fest
The Danny Did Foundation led a parade of hundreds through the South Side’s Beverly neighborhood as Grand Marshal of the South Side Irish Family Fest Children’s Parade. There was food and music, arts and crafts, face painting and karaoke — a little bit of something for everyone. We all had a wonderful time and are certain that little Danny was among the kids as they darted around before, during, and after the parade. The DDF thanks the Coakley family for welcoming us to this event, and the Beverly Arts Center for hosting.
South Side Irish Family Fest
The Danny Did Foundation led a parade of hundreds through the South Side’s Beverly neighborhood as Grand Marshal of the South Side Irish Family Fest Children’s Parade. There was food and music, arts and crafts, face painting and karaoke — a little bit of something for everyone. We all had a wonderful time and are certain that little Danny was among the kids as they darted around before, during, and after the parade. The DDF thanks the Coakley family for welcoming us to this event, and the Beverly Arts Center for hosting.
February 5, 2011
War On the Shore to Benefit Danny Did
Over 800 high school hoops fans enjoyed an incredible day of competition at Loyola Academy’s 1st Annual War on the Shore. The event matched three premier basketball programs from the city of Chicago with top programs from Chicago’s North Shore, and partial proceeds from ticket sales benefited the Danny Did Foundation. Just as important as the money raised for the DDF is the awareness of epilepsy and of SUDEP that was advanced as well as the new relationships formed and the resulting network of people who now have the DDF and its mission on their radar. Great thanks to the participating schools: Evanston Township High School, St. Ignatius, Mt. Carmel, New Trier, St. Patrick, and Loyola Academy, as well as to Loyola coach Tom Livatino, Loyola athletic director Pat Mahoney, and the Loyola Academy administration for including the Danny Did Foundation in this event. Thanks also to Illinois High School Association referees Chuck McNellis and Jimmy Sheridan for donating their day’s salary to the DDF. And a special thank you to DDF friend John Scanlon, who glued it all together with custom warm-up tee shirts for the basketball teams and for the day’s referees. With the pizza and the gatorade and the basketballs and the kids and the ‘big guys’ scrapping and hustling on the court, it certainly was Danny’s kind of day . . . and we know that you were there, buddy. Keep leading our way!
War On the Shore to Benefit Danny Did
Over 800 high school hoops fans enjoyed an incredible day of competition at Loyola Academy’s 1st Annual War on the Shore. The event matched three premier basketball programs from the city of Chicago with top programs from Chicago’s North Shore, and partial proceeds from ticket sales benefited the Danny Did Foundation. Just as important as the money raised for the DDF is the awareness of epilepsy and of SUDEP that was advanced as well as the new relationships formed and the resulting network of people who now have the DDF and its mission on their radar. Great thanks to the participating schools: Evanston Township High School, St. Ignatius, Mt. Carmel, New Trier, St. Patrick, and Loyola Academy, as well as to Loyola coach Tom Livatino, Loyola athletic director Pat Mahoney, and the Loyola Academy administration for including the Danny Did Foundation in this event. Thanks also to Illinois High School Association referees Chuck McNellis and Jimmy Sheridan for donating their day’s salary to the DDF. And a special thank you to DDF friend John Scanlon, who glued it all together with custom warm-up tee shirts for the basketball teams and for the day’s referees. With the pizza and the gatorade and the basketballs and the kids and the ‘big guys’ scrapping and hustling on the court, it certainly was Danny’s kind of day . . . and we know that you were there, buddy. Keep leading our way!
January 30, 2011
Zumba for Danny Did
Danny Did love to dance! A big thank you to everyone who helped with the Zumba For Danny Did event held at the Irish American Heritage Center. From the dancing to the food to the decorations to the live music of The McGowans, every aspect of the day was top notch! Enormous thanks to Zumba instructors Regina Mundt and Diane Garvey, and to all the members of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 8, led by Barb Skwarski, Maureen Kattner, and Leah Torres. The day was a huge success!
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Zumba for Danny Did
Danny Did love to dance! A big thank you to everyone who helped with the Zumba For Danny Did event held at the Irish American Heritage Center. From the dancing to the food to the decorations to the live music of The McGowans, every aspect of the day was top notch! Enormous thanks to Zumba instructors Regina Mundt and Diane Garvey, and to all the members of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 8, led by Barb Skwarski, Maureen Kattner, and Leah Torres. The day was a huge success!
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December 23, 2010
Holiday Basketball Clinic to Benefit Danny Did
An incredible showing of nearly 300 kids grades K thru 8 made the Holiday Hoops basketball clinic an instant success that is certain to be repeated in years to come. Lead by Benet Academy coach Gene Heidkamp, Notre Dame High School coach Kevin Clancy, and Loyola Academy coach Tom Livatino, the clinic instructed kids on the fundamentals of the game in a setting that was custom-made for Danny: a gym full of basketballs, basketball players, and coaches! Great thanks to the sponsors of this event: Bosch Power Tools, Kilmer Creations, North Shore Shell, and Sauganash Montessori School.
Holiday Basketball Clinic to Benefit Danny Did
An incredible showing of nearly 300 kids grades K thru 8 made the Holiday Hoops basketball clinic an instant success that is certain to be repeated in years to come. Lead by Benet Academy coach Gene Heidkamp, Notre Dame High School coach Kevin Clancy, and Loyola Academy coach Tom Livatino, the clinic instructed kids on the fundamentals of the game in a setting that was custom-made for Danny: a gym full of basketballs, basketball players, and coaches! Great thanks to the sponsors of this event: Bosch Power Tools, Kilmer Creations, North Shore Shell, and Sauganash Montessori School.
December 4, 2010
Outdoor College Hockey Game to Benefit Danny Did
A snowy night in Elmhurst didn’t stop over 150 hockey fans from watching the Robert Morris Eagles take on the Northern Illinois Huskies in a special outdoor hockey game. Thank you to coach Robert Morris coach Jim Sanchez for offering to have ticket sales from the game go to the Danny Did Foundation. The NIU Huskies prevailed in the end but everyone was a winner at the post-game skate-around with players and coaches from each team. The kids had a blast, Danny. Thanks.
Outdoor College Hockey Game to Benefit Danny Did
A snowy night in Elmhurst didn’t stop over 150 hockey fans from watching the Robert Morris Eagles take on the Northern Illinois Huskies in a special outdoor hockey game. Thank you to coach Robert Morris coach Jim Sanchez for offering to have ticket sales from the game go to the Danny Did Foundation. The NIU Huskies prevailed in the end but everyone was a winner at the post-game skate-around with players and coaches from each team. The kids had a blast, Danny. Thanks.
November 25, 2010
14th Annual Edison Park Turkey Trot
It truly was the best and the biggest Thanksgiving Day 5K Race in Chicago! Over 4,000 runners came out to support the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago and the Danny Did Foundation. In addition to the 5K run and walk, the day included separate races for kids aged three to nine. Thank you to Mary O’Connor and Rita McGovern for including the DDF at this annual Northwest side family affair. Every day of the year, Danny, our feet are on the street for you.
14th Annual Edison Park Turkey Trot
It truly was the best and the biggest Thanksgiving Day 5K Race in Chicago! Over 4,000 runners came out to support the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago and the Danny Did Foundation. In addition to the 5K run and walk, the day included separate races for kids aged three to nine. Thank you to Mary O’Connor and Rita McGovern for including the DDF at this annual Northwest side family affair. Every day of the year, Danny, our feet are on the street for you.
October 10, 2010
Chicago Marathon
It was a hot one out there, but we all made it to the finish line! Thank you to everyone who donated to raise money for the DDF as Glen Phillips, Tim Zelasko, and Danny’s dad hit the streets of Chicago for the 2010 Chicago Marathon. We ran 26.2 miles through 19 Chicago neighborhoods on a gorgeous October day, and we each carried Danny’s love in our hearts and Danny’s energy in our legs. If you are running a race, participating in a tri-athalon, or in any other event and would like to raise money for the DDF, please let us know. Thanks!
Chicago Marathon
It was a hot one out there, but we all made it to the finish line! Thank you to everyone who donated to raise money for the DDF as Glen Phillips, Tim Zelasko, and Danny’s dad hit the streets of Chicago for the 2010 Chicago Marathon. We ran 26.2 miles through 19 Chicago neighborhoods on a gorgeous October day, and we each carried Danny’s love in our hearts and Danny’s energy in our legs. If you are running a race, participating in a tri-athalon, or in any other event and would like to raise money for the DDF, please let us know. Thanks!
October 9, 2010
South Side Western Walk
Thanks to Erin Quinn and her great big family for organizing the 2010 Western Walk pub crawl to support the Danny Did Foundation. Hundreds were on hand throughout the day at McNally’s, Dingers, Keegan’s, and Cork & Kerry. Thanks also to these four South Side institutions for hosting the event. All enjoyed the raffles and many won prizes to restaurants, shows, and hotels. A lucky few even won autographed Notre Dame memorabilia. Erin summed up the day best, saying “You not only helped raise awareness and funds for a great cause, but you also joined us in remembering and honoring the little man himself, Danny. THANK YOU!!!”
South Side Western Walk
Thanks to Erin Quinn and her great big family for organizing the 2010 Western Walk pub crawl to support the Danny Did Foundation. Hundreds were on hand throughout the day at McNally’s, Dingers, Keegan’s, and Cork & Kerry. Thanks also to these four South Side institutions for hosting the event. All enjoyed the raffles and many won prizes to restaurants, shows, and hotels. A lucky few even won autographed Notre Dame memorabilia. Erin summed up the day best, saying “You not only helped raise awareness and funds for a great cause, but you also joined us in remembering and honoring the little man himself, Danny. THANK YOU!!!”
August 7, 2010
Nil Tap Golf Outing
Over 100 golfers braved the mosquitos at Edgebrook Golf Course for a day of one-club fun! Thanks to Linda, Patti, Curtis, Phil and all of The Nil Tap family, located at 5734 N. Elston Ave., for generously donating the proceeds from this annual golf outing to the Danny Did Foundation. Thanks also to the band Crisis, to all who donated items for the auction, to the volunteers, to the sponsors, and to everyone who spent a classic summer afternoon at the block party after the golf outing. It was Danny’s kind of day: a sporting event followed by a party in the street! We’re looking forward to doing it again next year!
Nil Tap Golf Outing
Over 100 golfers braved the mosquitos at Edgebrook Golf Course for a day of one-club fun! Thanks to Linda, Patti, Curtis, Phil and all of The Nil Tap family, located at 5734 N. Elston Ave., for generously donating the proceeds from this annual golf outing to the Danny Did Foundation. Thanks also to the band Crisis, to all who donated items for the auction, to the volunteers, to the sponsors, and to everyone who spent a classic summer afternoon at the block party after the golf outing. It was Danny’s kind of day: a sporting event followed by a party in the street! We’re looking forward to doing it again next year!
July 11, 2010
1st Annual Danny Stanton Kickball Tournament
235 kids participated in the 1st Annual Danny Stanton Kickball Tournament, and a great time was had by all. Kids 1st grade through 8th grade kicked it all day in one of Danny’s favorite parks…and they were all wearing his favorite number, 19! Thanks to the many volunteers, coaches, umpires, face painters, and parents who made it a big success! Special thanks to Corky Kane and John and Hannah Hennessy, and also to the event’s sponsors: Baird & Warner, The Healy Law Firm, Kilmer Kreations, Essence MedSpa, Villa Rosa Pizza, Solution Print Management Company, Paoco Inc., The Borg Family, The Wrenn Family, The Murtaugh Family, The O’Shea Family, and the Brennan Family. There was lots of talk about ending the day with a parents’ game next year!
1st Annual Danny Stanton Kickball Tournament
235 kids participated in the 1st Annual Danny Stanton Kickball Tournament, and a great time was had by all. Kids 1st grade through 8th grade kicked it all day in one of Danny’s favorite parks…and they were all wearing his favorite number, 19! Thanks to the many volunteers, coaches, umpires, face painters, and parents who made it a big success! Special thanks to Corky Kane and John and Hannah Hennessy, and also to the event’s sponsors: Baird & Warner, The Healy Law Firm, Kilmer Kreations, Essence MedSpa, Villa Rosa Pizza, Solution Print Management Company, Paoco Inc., The Borg Family, The Wrenn Family, The Murtaugh Family, The O’Shea Family, and the Brennan Family. There was lots of talk about ending the day with a parents’ game next year!
June 5, 2010
Sham-ROCK Into Summer at the Irish American Heritage Center!
Irish men, women, and kids of all stripes kicked off Chicago’s festival season with Sham-ROCK into Summer at the Irish American Heritage Center. Thanks to the great crew —from Wayne at the door to Frank at the bar to president Bob McNamara to Erin serving up the IAHC’s delicious fish and chips— at the IAHC to have offered to have proceeds from the door at this annual IAHC event benefit the Danny Did Foundation this year. The Larkin and Moran Brothers, The Chancey Brothers, In Spite of Ourselves, and Donofinn all provided a night of great fun and great music for the over 300 people who attended!!!!
Sham-ROCK Into Summer at the Irish American Heritage Center!
Irish men, women, and kids of all stripes kicked off Chicago’s festival season with Sham-ROCK into Summer at the Irish American Heritage Center. Thanks to the great crew —from Wayne at the door to Frank at the bar to president Bob McNamara to Erin serving up the IAHC’s delicious fish and chips— at the IAHC to have offered to have proceeds from the door at this annual IAHC event benefit the Danny Did Foundation this year. The Larkin and Moran Brothers, The Chancey Brothers, In Spite of Ourselves, and Donofinn all provided a night of great fun and great music for the over 300 people who attended!!!!
May 22, 2010
An Evening of Hearts and Hugs at Misericordia
Over 300 people joined the Danny Did Foundation for an evening of hearts and hugs at Misericordia. All had a great time and enjoyed the silent auction as well as the musical stylings of storied pianist Joe Gattone. Illinois Senator Dan Kotowoski, a Danny Did Foundation board member, announced that the Illinois State Senate, per Senate Resolution 0781, recognized May 22 as “Danny Did Day” in the state of Illinois. The resolution, passed by the Illinois General Assembly as a show of support for the Danny Did Foundation, is intended to raise awareness of Epilepsy in general and of Sudden Unexplained Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) in particular. To see the full text of the resolution, visit: http://tinyurl.com/DannyDidDay. The evening also brought to the podium featured speaker Philip M. Gattone, M.Ed, President & CEO of the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, who addressed the issues of Epilepsy in general and of SUDEP in particular. Great thanks to Misericordia, all of our sponsors, guests, and volunteers for making this night as special as Danny himself.
An Evening of Hearts and Hugs at Misericordia
Over 300 people joined the Danny Did Foundation for an evening of hearts and hugs at Misericordia. All had a great time and enjoyed the silent auction as well as the musical stylings of storied pianist Joe Gattone. Illinois Senator Dan Kotowoski, a Danny Did Foundation board member, announced that the Illinois State Senate, per Senate Resolution 0781, recognized May 22 as “Danny Did Day” in the state of Illinois. The resolution, passed by the Illinois General Assembly as a show of support for the Danny Did Foundation, is intended to raise awareness of Epilepsy in general and of Sudden Unexplained Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) in particular. To see the full text of the resolution, visit: http://tinyurl.com/DannyDidDay. The evening also brought to the podium featured speaker Philip M. Gattone, M.Ed, President & CEO of the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, who addressed the issues of Epilepsy in general and of SUDEP in particular. Great thanks to Misericordia, all of our sponsors, guests, and volunteers for making this night as special as Danny himself.
May 16, 2010
Team Danny Did in the Chicago Spring Half Marathon
Thank you to the 75-plus runners who ran for Team Danny Did at the Chicago Spring Half Marathon! What an incredible group and an incredible day . . . the sun was shining and the birds were chirping as Team Danny Did members hit the Chicago lakefront on either 6.2 or 13.1 mile runs. Old friends met new friends on this early morning journey and everyone was a winner in the end! Special thanks to Mary Eileen Murtaugh, Tom Stanton, Mary Duffy and all those who donated to the DDF runners. Now let’s get ready for next year!
Team Danny Did in the Chicago Spring Half Marathon
Thank you to the 75-plus runners who ran for Team Danny Did at the Chicago Spring Half Marathon! What an incredible group and an incredible day . . . the sun was shining and the birds were chirping as Team Danny Did members hit the Chicago lakefront on either 6.2 or 13.1 mile runs. Old friends met new friends on this early morning journey and everyone was a winner in the end! Special thanks to Mary Eileen Murtaugh, Tom Stanton, Mary Duffy and all those who donated to the DDF runners. Now let’s get ready for next year!
Mar. 14, 2010
A Toast to Danny Stanton at Lizzie McNeill’s
It was a day to remember as Irish songsters In Spite of Ourselves brought a little piece of Ireland to the banks of the Chicago River. Over 100 of Danny’s friends enjoyed music, food, friendship, and a silent auction on a sun-drenched day as warm and as welcome as a kiss from Danny himself. Great thanks to Lizzie McNeill’s, Unforgettable Edibles, and the dozens of volunteers who helped make this a first-class event.
A Toast to Danny Stanton at Lizzie McNeill’s
It was a day to remember as Irish songsters In Spite of Ourselves brought a little piece of Ireland to the banks of the Chicago River. Over 100 of Danny’s friends enjoyed music, food, friendship, and a silent auction on a sun-drenched day as warm and as welcome as a kiss from Danny himself. Great thanks to Lizzie McNeill’s, Unforgettable Edibles, and the dozens of volunteers who helped make this a first-class event.
Feb 28, 2010
Danny Did Love Buzz Cuts at ‘Do or Dye hair salon
Thanks to all who came out and got buzz cuts. Danny thinks you all look great! More than 320 haircuts were given at this event in just over three hours. The stylists were even cutting hair in the storage closet! Incredible. Special thanks to Julie Fowler Kelley, Anne Mannix, and the fantastic staff at ‘Do or Dye Hair Salon for dedicating an entire day to the Danny Did Foundation.
Danny Did Love Buzz Cuts at ‘Do or Dye hair salon
Thanks to all who came out and got buzz cuts. Danny thinks you all look great! More than 320 haircuts were given at this event in just over three hours. The stylists were even cutting hair in the storage closet! Incredible. Special thanks to Julie Fowler Kelley, Anne Mannix, and the fantastic staff at ‘Do or Dye Hair Salon for dedicating an entire day to the Danny Did Foundation.
Feb 27, 2010
Loyola University Danny Did Game
A great time was had by all as the Ramblers battled Wisconsin-Green Bay . The Ramblers may not have come out on top in the game, but the Danny Did Foundation certainly did as we had over 400 people join us for a party in Alumni Gym. Special thanks to Loyola University, Loyola University Athletic Director John Planek, Pat Schultz, Brendan Bruno, and John Wrenn/Lizzie McNeill’s Irish Pub for facilitating this event.
Loyola University Danny Did Game
A great time was had by all as the Ramblers battled Wisconsin-Green Bay . The Ramblers may not have come out on top in the game, but the Danny Did Foundation certainly did as we had over 400 people join us for a party in Alumni Gym. Special thanks to Loyola University, Loyola University Athletic Director John Planek, Pat Schultz, Brendan Bruno, and John Wrenn/Lizzie McNeill’s Irish Pub for facilitating this event.
