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A Night to Strike Out Rare Cancer raises critical funds for our programs supporting rare cancer research, patients and caregivers. This event unites more than 400 supporters, including patients, caregivers, doctors, researchers, and advocacy partners around the common goal of raising awareness and funds to directly support TCF’s rare cancer research and patient support initiatives.
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Cheering on the Sox from the 521 Overlook

A huge win for the Red Sox and the rare cancer community!

Thank you to all those who joined us for an incredible evening at Fenway Park as we celebrated the rare cancer community and raised funds to advance innovation in rare cancers! It was a festive and fun night full of food, drinks, an inspiring conversation with rare disease advocates Bob and Bobby Coughlin, and cheering on the Red Sox from the 521 Overlook as they beat the Tampa Bay Rays!

Date: Friday, May 8, 2026

Event Timeline:

5:30 PM- Doors open, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, Fenway snacks, and drinks

6:15 PM- Pre-Game Program Begins

7:00 PM- Dinner Buffet Opens

7:10 PM- Boston Red Sox vs Tampa Bay Rays

Location: 521 Overlook, Fenway Park, Boston, MA

Entrance: 14 Lansdowne Street (private entrance near Gate C, directly across from House of Blues)

Attire: Casual (Red Sox and TCF gear welcome)

Event highlights include:

• Live event painting by Jonathan the Painter

• Fantastic items to bid on in the silent auction

• A photo booth with picturesque Fenway as your backdrop

• Live violinist, Abe Dewing Music, playing your favorite sports tunes

 

If you are interested in volunteering, becoming an event sponsor, or donating an auction item for 2027, please contact us.

Hosted by:

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Vanessa Welch, Emmy Award-winning journalist and rare cancer advocate

 

Featuring:

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Rare disease advocates Bob Coughlin, Managing Director at JLL and former CEO of MassBio, and his son Bobby Coughlin of MassBio

Thank you to our generous event sponsors!

List of Gala sponsorships

Learn about the 2026 Strike Out Sponsorship Opportunities and then contact us to secure yours!

Interested in learning more about getting involved with Strike Out and other events?