Attend an Event

Help us Serve More Children by Attending an Event

Events, such as in-store giveback campaigns, charity golf tournaments and virtual and in-person races, occur year-round to elevate the conversation about the urgent need for foster care adoption in our communities and fund the Foundation’s work to be a part of the solution.

When you attend, host or sponsor an event benefiting the Foundation, you help us serve more children waiting for their forever home right now. Together, we can ensure every child has the best possible opportunity for a bright future with the support of a permanent, loving family.

Run MONOPOLY Series 

ORLANDO, FL
DATE
Saturday, April 12, 2025

LOCATION
Lake Eola Park 
600 E. Central Blvd. 
Orlando, FL 32801

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ
DATE
Saturday, MAY 17, 2025

LOCATION
1133 Boardwalk 
Atlantic City, NJ 08401 
 

 
The Run MONOPOLY Series, officially licensed by MONOPOLY, is a set of race options across the United States, with the first two events in Orlando and Atlantic City. Each race includes options to register for a half marathon, 5K or Kid Fun Run (1/2 mi). The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption thanks the Run MONOPOLY Series for raising awareness and support for foster care adoption through its nationwide events.

The Run MONOPOLY Series shares the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption’s belief that every child deserves a permanent home and a loving family. That’s why we hope that our events can help spread awareness about the urgent need for foster care adoption and help make the dream of a forever family a reality for the children who have been waiting the longest.”


Crooked Can Summer Carnival 

DATE

June 22, 2025

LOCATION

Center Street Market
5354 Center St.
Hilliard, OH 43029
 

 
On Sunday, June 22, from 1–4 p.m., Crooked Can Brewing Company is hosting a Summer Carnival to benefit the Foundation’s mission. Activities will include face painting, games, a DJ and more.

The generosity of Crooked Can and carnival event sponsors help to ensure that more young people waiting in foster care experience life’s special moments with a loving, forever family.

As a local, community-driven establishment, we’re passionate about supporting causes that matter to our neighbors. That’s why we’re excited to partner with the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption for the third annual Crooked Can carnival, benefiting the Foundation’s mission. We share the belief that every child deserves the love and support of a forever family, and we’re proud to help advance the Foundation’s life-changing work.”

Elite Sponsors

PLAN AN EVENT

A growing number of individuals and organizations are hosting in-person and virtual events that benefit the Foundation’s mission. For questions about organizing an event in your community, please contact Alison Fournier, Director, Events at 614-764-8445 or alison.fournier@davethomasfoundation.org.

Become a Corporate Partner

Supporting the Foundation through an event is a great first step to making a difference. A growing number of organizations have taken the next step by naming the Foundation as their charity of choice and establishing a multi-year commitment to make an even bigger impact.

Share on Social Media

Seeing a post on social media can be just what someone needs to begin the journey to become a foster or adoptive parent. Share event photos on your preferred social media and tag the Foundation.

facebook icon X icon intsagram icon Linkedin icon threads icon

Top