Lasting Legacy Gala
2026 Lasting Legacy Gala
Last year, the University of Minnesota MD Center was named the Greg Marzolf Jr. Muscular Dystrophy Center. This new name honors the enduring support of the Greg Marzolf Jr. Foundation and its donors, and recognizes the lasting legacy of Greg Marzolf Jr., who lived courageously with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Join us as we continue our mission to fund the imperative research happening at the University of Minnesota.
Join us to hear from the voices in our Muscular Dystrophy community who see and feel the direct impact of your donations. Every dollar raised stays local, supporting Minnesotan researchers working to find a cure for Minnesota children and adults living with Muscular Dystrophy.
Your support on May 8th funds a tomorrow free of Muscular Dystrophy
The next 5 years will mark a pivotal time in progress and treatments. The time is now to change the future for those living with MD.
Please Join Us:
Friday May 8, 2026
LOCATION & DIRECTIONS
The McNamara Alumni Center at the University of Minnesota
Parking is available in University Ave., Washington Ave. and Oak Street ramps.
TIME & DETAILS
5:30pm — Doors Open
Silent Auction and Heads & Tails Open
7:15pm — Plated Dinner
Program & Special Appeal
Heads & Tails, Check Out Begins
ATTIRE & OTHER INFO
Cocktail Attire
Cash Required for Heads & Tails
Thank you to our generous 2026 Gala Sponsors!
PLATINUM SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSORS
SILVER SPONSORS
BRONZE SPONSORS
Many thanks to the 2025 GMJF Board Members & Lasting Legacy Committee Members:
Nick Flood, Katie Howe, Patrick Marzolf, Patricia Marzolf, Bill Marzolf, Marybeth Misgen, James Moeller, Jennifer Myhre, Grace Richie, Sue Self, Mary Rose Short, Charlie Stewart Jr., Jackie Stutzman, Derek Thurmes, Kate Townley, Frank Villaume, Heidi Whiting