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The Freedom Tour
The Inaugural Freedom Tour took place on the weekend of September 13, 2024, with the goal to awareness of glioblastoma and raise funds for crucial research and life-saving treatments for those facing this disease. Thank you to everyone who joined us for a weekend of fun and fundraising, as we teed off for a good cause!
All proceeds raised by The Inaugural Freedom Tour are benefitting the Angels Among Us Foundation to support glioblastoma research conducted by The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke University.
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Top Contributors
Donor | Donation | Comment |
|---|---|---|
Aaron Erter | $15,000 | "Inspired by my friend Pete Morris and his family as they work to increase awareness and equitable treatment of glioblastoma." |
Eric & Leslie Aleman | $11,100 | "We are in awe of your determination and selflessness to not only fight but to help others. We love you, are proud of you, and are here to fight alongside of you every step of the way." |
Carolynn Morizzo | $10,350 | "I am grateful for the overhelming outpour of support and I look forward to furthering our contributions to glioblastoma research going forward. Thank you!" |
Frank & Laura Mannarino | $10,150 | "We are excited to support The Morizzo Foundation and have been inspired by Pete and Carolynn. We love you brother, keep fighting - we have many more years of cheering on the NOLES together." |
Lee & Kim Majerus | $8,000 | "Happy to support this great cause!" |
Jon Howland | $7,000 | "Pete & Carolynn, the ferocity you have taken to fighting this unrelenting enemy has awakened and motivated many. Your family’s selfless courage redefines a warrior’s determination." |
Bobby Bloom | $7,000 | "Adversity reveals character; you, starting this foundation, has left no doubt about yours!" |
John & Caroline Wyatt | $5,800 | "Fighting the good fight with our good friend Sir. Pete." |
Alan and Kelly Mishoff | $5,650 | "Looking forward to making birdies for Piet!" |
Bobby & Mary Ellen Rowan | $5,650 | "What an honor to join Pete and Carolynn as they turn personal adversity into their personal mission to help our fellow human beings." |
The Locke Family | $5,350 | "The Locke Family is proud to support the mission of The Morizzo Foundation and the Freedom Tour." |
Bruce Brooks | $5,000 | "This is the way we beat cancer, making memories with great people and raising some dinero to reinforce the fight!! Honored to be a part of it! (insert Seminole War Chant)" |
Hoyt & Amy McNeil | $5,000 | "Your efforts to fund research for new treatments and a cure will be appreciated by many. Good luck with the event. We wish we were able to make it. Our prayers are with you daily." |
John Schiech | $5,000 | "In honor of Pete Morris." |
Rooney Family | $4,000 | "Unfortunately, we will miss this event but don't count us out. Let's beat this thing. We know you can do it!" |
Jim and Terri Dinardo | $3,650 | "We are proud of the work you have both done. Happy to support this great cause. Keep up the good fight." |
John Makowski | $3,650 | "Looking forward to a great event for a great cause with Pete, Carolynn, and many of my fellow B&D/DW Comrades." |
Chris & Colette Krieps | $3,000 | "We are honored to support such a great cause. Through Pete and Carolynn’s love, inspiration and determination, this event will make a difference for many." |
Todd & Heidi Outten | $3,000 | "We are proud to support the Morizzo Foundation and their great work to advance research for this terrible disease." |
Pete Morris | $3,000 | “Happy to cover all processing fees and entertainment for the Freedom Tour Dinner cocktail hour.” |
David Deaton | $2,150 | “I’m happy to have the opportunity to contribute to this Foundation to support such a great man like Pete!” |
Tim & Kristin Haak | $2,300 | "We stand with my brother Pete & Carolynn, who have miraculously defied all odds, in their quest to fund vigorous GBM research for treatments & support others with this harsh diagnosis." |
Jon Bonham | $1,950 | "Warren Buffett once said, "Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago." You are planting a tree with your foundation." |
Larry Nelson | $1,660 | "Excited to be participating in the 1st Annual Freedom Tour. GREAT cause, GREAT people!" |
Troy & Suzanne Franzen | $1,500 | "Our thoughts and prayers are with the Morris/Morizzo Family during this endeavor." |
Vinny and Denise Lupenski | $1,500 | "We are honored to support this very worthy cause. Prayers for strength and complete healing." |
Steve Argo | $1,400 | “This “rare” cancer has taken two of our family members. It is an honor to support this foundation and the efforts to raise awareness and improve access to life saving care.” |
The Redpath Family | $1,350 | "Nothing But love for the Morris Family!! You Will Never Walk Alone!! Walk On!!" |
Jo Yarranton | $1,350 | "An awful disease but with hope we will find a cure. Love you both." |
Paul & Tina Tritman | $1,300 | "The Morizzo Foundation’s efforts to raise awareness and find a cure for Glioblastoma is such a meaningful mission, particularly for loved ones impacted by this disease." |
Wayne Gasior & Karen Morris | $1,300 | "Positive Vibes from Pennsylvania on eliminating GBM!" |
Tracy Beauchamp | $1,200 | "Having first hand experience battling this disease, the Beauchamp Family is proud to support Carolyn and Pete in this effort to expand care to others affected by glioblastoma." |
Drew Meng | $1,150 | "Supporting Pete, April Lehman and others fighting Glioblastoma. Let’s kick its ass!” |
Greg Williamson | $1,150 | "It's an honor to be able to support such a worthy cause." |
Pete and Heather Jorris | $1,050 | "Wonderful event and even a better cause." |
Brett Shaw | $1,000 | "Pete & Carolynn - we stand with you in your fight against cancer and efforts to help others." |
Chas and Jamie Seymour | $1,000 | "FOOTPRINTS - “It was then that I carried you”. Carolynn and Pete you’ll never walk alone." |
Chris Keffer | $1,000 | "All the best to you both and wish we could make the event!!" |
Abigail Gutstein | $1,000 | “I’m inspired by how you face adversity & thrilled to have an opportunity to make a small difference. I have you and everyone flighting this with you in my thoughts.” |
David & Jen Goldman | $1,000 | "You and your family are an example for all of us... Transforming adversity into opportunity. Thank you!" |
Eric and Kim Zanin | $1,000 | "Great cause, you're going to make a difference in fighting this." |
Jeanine & Jeff Huebner | $,1000 | |
John and Julie Gurski | $1,000 | "Sending our love and prayers - wish we could be there. Go Pete!" |
Kirk Stinson | $1,000 | "Fight the fight! Thoughts and prayers with you and others fighting. Go Pete!" |
Raymond Pavese | $1,000 | "Positive State!" |
Todd & Heather Mohr | $1,000 | "We miss you all and are inspired by the work you’re doing. Let’s go Pete!!" |
Tom Bakkedahl | $1,000 | "Phi Alpha brother. In all things trust God!" |
The Woodson Family | $1,000 | "Honored to support The Morizzo Foundation. We hate to miss the event, but send our love & prayers!" |
Jeff and Francine Morris | $800 | "We are honored to support this important cause. Your strength and courage is beyond inspiring. We hate to miss, but will be with you in spirit during this event! Go God!" |
Stephen & Carole Argo | $800 | "The Argo family is thrilled to support the Morizzo Foundation to advance glioblastoma research and treatment. Let's make a difference together!" |
Tom & Debbie Koos | $800 | "Pete, you are a living example of Proverbs 3:4-5: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight." |
Mike Gorman | $750 | "Pete and Carolynn - the incredible courage you show inspires us all. St. Peregrine pray for us." |
Rick Sheppard | $750 | "Pete and Carolynn, we are proud to stand with you to fight this disease and find a cure. Praying 4 u!" |
Paul Lobo | $750 | "Pete and Carolynn, sorry I will miss the event - you're both an inspiration on how to battle diversity." |
Andy O'Brien | $650 | "Praying for Pete and a cure for brain cancer.” |
Brian Hendricks | $650 | "How Pete and Carolynn are attacking this season is inspiring! The Morizzo Foundation is one example. They are impacting lives and giving others hope. KEEP FIGHTING ON YOUR KNEES!" |
Chris Bonham | $650 | "Kristin and I stand with The Morizzo Foundation as they fight for freedom from glioblastoma. We hope to empower the hearts and talents of all on this journey. Let's go!" |
Corey Jensen | $650 | "A GREAT ATTITUDE becomes a great mood, which beomes a great day, which becomes a great year, which becomes a great life" |
Darrell Creedon | $650 | "NRTFB!" |
Doug Redpath | $650 | "Nothing but love for the Morris family!! You will never walk alone!! Walk on!!" |
John Bridges | $650 | "As a life sciences professional, I know how vital research funding is to discovering new therapies for conditions like glioblastoma. I tip my cap to Pete and Team Morizzo." |
Michelle Kenyon | $650 | "Honored to participate to support your cause and always with you." |
Rawson Lyman | $650 | "Honored to support such a great cause and support such an amazing family!" |
Amanda and Mike Banish | $500 | "Keep up the fight Morris Family!" - Banish Family |
Bill Harman | $500 | - |
Brad McMullen | $500 | "Keep Fighting Pete! Prayers and best wishes." |
Cary Lobban | $500 | "Proud to support my friend Pete." |
Charles Everidge | $500 | - |
Chris Gurreri | $500 | |
David & Christina Lips | $500 | "We are honored to support this worthy cause. Sending love to Pete and Carolynn." |
Dean Scontras | $500 | "To my forever summer friend, Pete Morris. With all the love in our hearts. The Scontras family." |
Diane Morris | $500 | "My prayers have been answered help is on the way for others suffering from this terrible disease." |
Eric Bernstein | $500 | "An honor to support an amazing man and such an important cause." |
Eric Prendeville | $500 | "Glad to support the Morizzo Foundation and this fight against cancer. Keep up the fight Pete!" |
Hugh Miskel | $500 | "Stay strong Pete. Praying for you and your family." |
Joe Deering | $500 | "Your positive energy is an inspiration." |
John Cowley | $500 | "Sorry I can’t be there for the inaugural event, Pete. Next year for sure." |
Karen Baumeister | $500 | - |
Keith and Lauren McQuaid | $500 | "Sorry we couldn't come to this event for such a great cause - best of luck with the event!" |
Kevin Kolbeck | $500 | "Pete, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep fighting!" |
Mark Milligan | $500 | "I like everything this foundation stands for, forward looking and supporting those in need. Good luck!" |
Mike McLaughlin | $500 | "Love the Pledge Class President!!!" |
Mindy and Randy Reich | $500 | "We are so grateful for the efforts of this foundation and our ability to contribute." |
Nicole Neighbors | $500 | "Keep up the fight Pete! Thank you for thinking of others by creating this Foundation!" |
Pablo Uriegas | $500 | "Honored to contribute!" |
Paul Caponigro | $500 | "Stay strong and fight the fight, you can beat this. Prayers are with you and your family Pete." |
Prashanth Tirumalaseti | $500 | - |
Robert Raff | $500 | - |
Scott Hopson | $500 | "May God richly bless this foundation! Keep the faith and keep up the fight!" |
Troy Closson | $500 | "I'm grateful for the opportunity to support Pete and raise funding for glioblastoma research. It will be a great event!" |
John & Barbra Aleman | $400 | "You are a warrior and an inspiration for all. Very proud of all that you have accomplished moving the needle for all battling. God Bless!" |
Melissa Epler | $400 | "Sending love from Pittsburgh!!" - Karen Morris' friends from St. Clair Country Club Ladies' Book Club |
Rosie Pepito-Scotland & Grant Summerton | $400 | "Cancer doesn’t discriminate. Once it affects you or a loved one it changes your life. The Foundation took it’s adversity and created value to those impacted. You are an inspiration!" |
Alberto Casati | $300 | "Congratulations to The Morizzo family for this great initiative!" |
Annemarie Stiehl | $300 | "Pete, you are truly an inspiration for all of us ❤️" |
Daniel Donohue | $300 | - |
Henry Surtees | $300 | "We are in Texas Piet, fam and friends corner, sending positive energy from the UK. Swing Sweet Piet." |
Lou and Carole Morizzo | $300 | "Your mother and I are very proud of you and Pete for helping those who do not have the means to support their cancer treatment. This foundation is a loving contribution to that cause." |
Sandra Morizzo | $300 | "This is a mean disease. It takes the power of prayer & the will to conquer it." God Bless Pete! |
Barry Scheff | $250 | "A cause near and dear to me. Hopefully, with Gods help we will find a cure. Prayers for Pete!" |
Douglas Korba | $250 | "I believe in Pete Morris." |
Femi and Emike Adegbola | $250 | "You are a true inspiration and incredible fighter. We are proud to support the Morrizo Foundation" |
Jennifer McNeice | $250 | "Praying for you Pete. You got this and I love that you and your family are dedicated to helping others❤" |
John and Janet Conomos | $250 | “Your caring and generosity will provide much needed help and hope for thousands of people battling glioblastoma.” |
Joseph Trinkle | $250 | - |
Louis & Jennifer Thurman | $250 | "Great people do great things! We can’t make the event but our thoughts and prayers are with you!" |
Michael Multon | $250 | - |
Michelle Adams | $250 | "Such a worthy cause to support. Proud of the work you are doing!" |
Steve Logue | $250 | "Go Chelsea ;)" |
Steve Sills | $250 | "God Bless you and your efforts to find a cure!" |
Trevor & Sharon Williams | $250 | "The Williams family is proud to support this great cause." |
Todd and Nancy Williams | $250 | "Keep up the good fight guys!!" |
Christine Potter | $200 | - |
David and Victoria Spreafico | $200 | "Happy to support such a worthy cause in its infancy. Here's to many more Freedom Tour events!" |
Lukasz Handzel | $200 | "Sending lots of love to the Morris / Morizzo family for a great cause." |
Michael Varipatis | $200 | "Keep fighting the fight!" |
Phil & Rhonda Henrichsen | $200 | “Love and miss you guys! God’s favor on you both and on the Morizzo Foundation. Go God!!” |
Susan LiCalzi | $200 | - |
Jeff Graham | $150 | "Bucs Play Hardball and so does Pete Morris! You continue to inspire. Thankful for our friendship." |
Ken Arp | $150 | "Phi Alpha forever brother! Stay strong!!" |
Kim Kennedy | $150 | "I will miss being at the event. Looking forward to hearing all the stories! Pete forever an inspiration!" |
Michael Luther | $150 | "You’re an inspiration Pete. Thoughts and prayers your way." - Lex |
Sergio Fernandez | $150 | - |
Caroline Morris | $101 | "Good luck mom and dad!" |
David Crew | $100 | - |
The Day Family | $100 | "Sending our love and support. You guys are incredible!" |
Diane Nelson | $100 | "In memory of Kristen and Susan." |
Jeremy Lippenholz | $100 | - |
Joanne and Sam Kelso | $100 | - |
Kasey Disher | $100 | "Truly inspirational." -The Disher family |
Kenny Morris | $100 | "I am proud of you Mom & Dad! Go Noles!" |
Michael and Marsha Donnell | $100 | "Please accept this donation as a sign of our love and support." |
Owen Quigley | $100 | "For an old friend. Fight on buddy - Philly style!" |
Peter Bacon | $100 | - |
Suzann Vincent | $100 | "Sending love, prayers and infinite admiration for the Morizzo's." |
Alec Mobley | $50 | "Fight the good fight Pete. Sending love and prayers from Dallas. UTC and Up the Morizzos!" |
Alex Grohmann | $50 | - |
John T. Emery | $50 | "Get well, Pete!" |
Patricia Gonzalez | $20 | "I don't have much to give, but am praying for Pete & his family. He was one of my best bosses at B&D." |