Attend a Fundraiser

When you participate in a fundraising activity, you help FARA grow its community and forge a stronger fundraising effort to support FA research.

See our events calendar for a complete list of Grassroots events around the country, as well as FARA hosted events like The Energy Ball and rideATAXIA.

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Host a Fundraiser

For anyone interested in hosting a fundraiser, FARA has an experienced grassroots fundraising team to mentor and help guide you through the process of running an event or campaign. Complete the form below to connect with the FARA team!

Grassroots Fundraising Form
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Fundraising Manual

Our Fundraising Manual is meant to provide guidance on ways to get involved in fundraising and how FARA can support your endeavors.

This is not an exhaustive guide, and we hope you will consult with our team and the other fundraising materials available.

Upcoming Grassroots Events

EVENT | Jul 15 2026

Claxton Classic Wing Party

Wing Party to kick off to the Claxton Classic Tournament to benefit FARA.

Grassroots
14707-B Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD
EVENT | Jul 17 2026

44th Annual Claxton Classic Golf Tournament

Your registration fee includes continental breakfast, green fees, cart, driving range, drinks, buffet lunch, and prizes.

Grassroots
Compass Pointe Golf Course, Pasadena, Maryland
EVENT | Jul 25 2026

FA Fest

Enjoy food, beverages, a casino with blackjack (for fun, not money), tarot card readings, digital portraits, yard games, raffle prizes and more.

Grassroots
Freeman Residence, Edina, Minnesota
EVENT | Aug 8 2026

Swing for a Cure: Softball Tournament

10U Rec Friendly Softball Tournament to benefit FARA

Grassroots
Greentown Athletic Club, Uniontown
EVENT | Aug 9 2026

Rock 'N' Jock Charities: Night of Entertainment

A Night of Entertainment featuring Steve Smith and The Nakeds with special guests, a silent auction, dinner, drinks and dancing.

Grassroots
The Crowne Plaza Warwick, Warwick
EVENT | Aug 9 2026

Rock 'N' Jock Charities: Golf Tournament

Golf Tournament benefitting FARA and A Wish Come True.

Grassroots
Potowomut Golf Club, East Greenwich
EVENT | Aug 15 2026

Saddle Up for FARA

Join the Edmonson Family for cocktails, dinner, and an exclusive trunk show with luxury western vendors flying in from across the country.

Grassroots
Bear Hill Cattle Company, Dade City
EVENT | Aug 22 2026

Go Hog Wild for FARA!

Go Hog Wild for FARA! $40 includes full meal with pig and sides, hamburgers, and hotdogs. Children under 12 free.

Grassroots
Thompson Rod and Gun Club, Thompson
EVENT | Aug 22 2026

Sweet Caroline's 21 for FARA

Join us for a night of music and celebration to raise funds for the Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA)! Hosted by the Smith Family. Featuring Blackberry Breeze.

Grassroots
Choctafaula Ranch, Auburn, Alabama
EVENT | Sep 3 2026

Living Life Happily: Access to a Cure

Living Life Happily: Access to a Cure, hosted by hosted by Peace Love ACCESSibility, brings our community together to support accessibility, inclusion, and research for a cure for people living with Friedreich’s ataxia.

Grassroots
The Owenego, Branford, Connecticut
EVENT | Sep 11 2026

GolfATAXIA

Proceeds from the GolfATAXIA Scramble will support the Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) in their efforts to find treatments and cures for FA

Grassroots
Brentwood Golf Club, White Lake
EVENT | Sep 26 2026

Race for Matt & Grace

5K and Family Fun Walk to cure FA

Grassroots
Rhode Island College, Providence