Events
Proceeds from our philanthropic events benefit specific programs. Sponsoring or attending these events is a great way to show your support for patient care. Learn more about each event below or contact Kirk Schnurbusch, development director, institutional giving, by email or at 816-719-1525.
Health system events
Hall of Fame
2025 date to be announced soon.
The annual Hall of Fame dinner and awards celebration demonstrates our enduring gratitude to those individuals and organizations that have played a vital role in our efforts to deliver world-class care to patients most in need.
Treads & Threads
September 6, 2025
Kansas Speedway
This annual event has raised more than $27 million to benefit patient care at The University of Kansas Cancer Center.
Community events
We are grateful to individuals and community organizations that wish to sponsor events to raise funds for The University of Kansas Health System and its affiliates.
Third-party events
These events/projects are an important source of support for providing our patients with the region’s most medically advanced care – by creating and upgrading facilities, enhancing programs, purchasing the latest technologies and equipment and providing advanced training and educational opportunities for our staff.