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.

See parking information here.

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

Make a difference.

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