Fitz-a-Palooza, Colorectal Cancer research fundraiser, to take place first weekend in October

[September 22, 2025]  Join us on October 3rd and 4th for two days of good friends, fun, and raising money for Colorectal Cancer research and treatment.

The event is hosted by the Fitzpatrick family in memory of Joe Fitzpatrick and Joni Marten. After Joni was diagnosed in June 2013, a group of family and friends participated in the Undy 5K in Peoria. A few years later Joe was diagnosed with colon cancer and unfortunately lost his battle in April 2017. Joni lost her battle in April 2020 after a remarkable 7 year cancer journey.

In the past eleven years we have grown to hold our own event - Fitz-a-Palooza in our hometown of Lincoln. We do this to honor Joe and Joni but to also help all those affected by colorectal cancer in Logan County. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. They are the leader in supporting those affected by colorectal cancer, creating awareness about early detection and funding research.

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October 3rd at Lincoln Elks
October 4th at Kickapoo Park
Benefiting Colorectal Cancer Alliance
Register now!
www.fitzapalooza.org


[Text received from Kelly French]

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