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The 2025 Freedom Tour
The second annual Morizzo Foundation Freedom Tour took place in Atlanta the weekend of September 12, 2025. Friends, family, colleagues, and supporters joined us for a lighthearted pickleball tournament, followed by an evening of connection, storytelling, and fundraising.
Guests heard personal testimonies from those affected by glioblastoma and valuable insights from Dr. Jay-Jiguang Zhu.
Proceeds will be split between The Preston Robert Tisch Duke Brain Tumor Center to fund clinical trials, and The Morizzo Foundation Glioblastoma Patient Support Grant. Thank you to everyone who helped make the weekend a success!
2025 Top Donors
Donor | Donation | Comment |
|---|---|---|
Rob & Kathleen Hardy | $250 | "Keep fighting the fight and continue inspiring with positivity." |
Sharon O'Konski | $250 | - |
T. Christian Leard | $250 | "Wish I could make it next week Pete! Thinking of you in your fight." |
Bhanu Gorti | $200 | - |
Brantley Daniel | $200 | - |
Dan Paul | $200 | "Praying for you Pete" |
Edward Powers | $200 | "Sorry to miss the Baltimore event. Keep fighting, Pete." |
Elizabeth Dyer | $200 | "Sending this in hopes to get a cure quicker!! In memory of Pete's father, George Morris." |
Jane Dunaway | $200 | "Honoring my sister Lisa,passed away 3/29/25. Deeply appreciate the awareness and help to find cure" |
Jeremy Torok | $200 | "You're an inspiration, Pete!" |
Jorge Colonia | $200 | "Meaningful mission! Pete is an inspiration for resilience in the midst of adversity. Praying for you." |
Luanne Haak | $200 | "Prayers for your continued positive journey - keep inspiring! God Bless You!" |
Michael & Marsha Donnell | $200 | "Honoring the memory of George Morris." |
Michael Moulton | $200 | "Love." - MM |
Sheila Eadie | $200 | - |
Keith Halstead | $150 | "Keep up the great work Pete. Prayers and thoughts going out to you and your family. - Phi Alpha" |
John & Heidi Hyland | $150 | "Happy to support a great cause! Good luck Pete!" |
Mike Couture | $150 | "Our donation is to honor the life of Mr. George Morris and our friendship with Jeff Morris." |
Michael Welch | $135 | "It is inspiring to see your resilience and determination as you continue your fight. Stay strong!" |
Chris Torkelson | $100 | "On behalf of my friend Jeff Seonbuchner. Keep fighting cancer!" |
Dan & Mary Devera | $100 | "We are happy to donate to this great cause! May God bless you!" |
Ed Wilburn | $100 | "Phi Alpha!" |
Edward Maziarz | $100 | "In memory of George Morris with prayers offered for his wife, Diane, and family." |
Greg Moores | $100 | - |
Jack Peterson | $100 | "In honor of George Morris." |
Joan Clark | $100 | - |
John & Janet Conomos | $100 | "Sending our condolences for the passing of George Morris to all of the wonderful Morris family." |
Judith Douglass | $100 | "In memory of George Morris, loving father of Pete." |
Lisa Ashcom | $100 | "Wishing the foundation speedy success!" |
Martin Riffe | $100 | "In honor of my Brother, Pete Morris." |
Michael Nelson | $100 | "Wishing the best to Pete, his family and all families dealing with this. God Bless." |
Mike Westbrook | $100 | "Phi Alpha!" |
Randy Barrineau | $100 | "For Pete! |
Ray Goodrich | $100 | "In honor of Diane and George Morris." |
Richard Ruffalo | $100 | "In memory of George Morris." |
Robin Azer | $100 | - |
Susan Bayley | $100 | "Many of us remember George Morris because of his being such a loving husband and father…" |
The Yago Family | $100 | "To honor the memory of Mr. George Morris.
With sympathy, The Yago family. " |
Mary Ellen Schmidt | $70 | "Memorial contribution for George Steward Morris." |
Alex Grohmann | $50 | "Phi Alpha!" |
Beth Malloy | $50 | "This donation is in memory of Pete's dad, George Morris, who was a dear friend for many years." |
Clarence (Sonny) & Marge Koon | $50 | "In memory of George Morris, our good friend in Pittsburgh." |
Cynthia Jelic | $50 | "For George Morris." |
Joseph & Emmy DeGregorio | $50 | "In memory of George Morris." |
Kenny Morris | $50 | "Love you Dad!" |
Mary Hernandez | $50 | - |
Mary Kay Miller | $50 | "In memory of George Morris." |
RJ & Marilyn Mueller | $50 | "In honor of George Morris." |
Virginia Giusti | $50 | "This donation is in memory of Pete's dad, George Morris, who was a dear friend for many years." |
Howie Stern | $25 | "Love you, Pete. You and Frank are the best. I need to see you both one day soon." |
James & Kathleen O'Brien | $25 | "For George Morris." |
Judith Astorino | $25 | "This donation is in honor of George Morris." |
Kim Kennedy | $25 | - |
Michael & Linda Ambroso | $25 | "In memory of George Morris of Pittsburgh, for his dedication to his family and this cause." |
Since 2024, we've provided over $325,000 to glioblastoma-specific research projects and patient support initiatives globally.
Baltimore Strong
A Reunion for a Good Cause
On May 10, 2025, we hosted a reunion evening to raise funds for glioblastoma research. It was not only a chance to reconnect with old friends and colleagues, but also an opportunity to share personal stories, raise awareness, and gain valuable insights from Dr. John Tew on glioblastoma, health, and the importance of access to evolving treatment options.
Thank you to everyone who supported us, whether in person or from afar. All proceeds from the evening – Baltimore Strong – will directly support glioblastoma research and help expand access to life-saving treatments for those affected by this disease.
Angels Among Us 5K & Walk for HOPE 2025
On April 26, 2025, we traveled to Durham, North Carolina to take part in the 32nd Annual 5K & Walk for HOPE, hosted by Angels Among Us.
Nearly 3,000 participants and 263 teams came together in support of brain tumor research, raising more than $2.7 million for The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke.
In 2024, The Morizzo Foundation was proud to be the second largest donor to the Duke Brain Tumor Center, helping to advance research and fund clinical trials. We're grateful for the chance to support this vital work—and honored to be part of such a meaningful event.
The 2024 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.
Freedom Tour Sponsors
2024 Top Contributors
Donor | Donation | Comment |
|---|---|---|
Kim Kennedy | $150 | "I will miss being at the Event. Look forward to 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!" |
Christine Potter | $100 | - |
The David Family | $100 | - |
Diane Nelson | $100 | "In memory of Kristen and Susan." |
Jeremy Lippenholz | $100 | - |
Kasey Disher | $100 | "Truly inspirational."
- The Disher family |
Kenny Morris | $100 | "I am proud of you Mom and Dad. Go Noles!" |
Margaret Warwick | $100 | - |
Owen Quigley | $100 | "For an old friend. Fight on buddy - Philly style!" |
Peter W. 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!" |
Alexander Grohmann | $50 | - |
The Day Family | $100 | "Sending our love and support. You guys are incredible!" |
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." |