Anthony Rizzo To Host Champion Challenge To Help Cancer Patients

CHICAGO, IL — Chicagoans are invited to participate in a first-ever Champion Challenge to benefit the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation on Thursday, Sept. 13 in the Lakeview neighborhood. Funds raised will provide financial assistance to families with children battling cancer, including those at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.

People of all fitness levels can participate in a one-hour group circuit workout at the Lakeview Chicago Athletic Clubs, which will consist of three of 20-minute activities, including cycling, body pumping and functional training.

The event will feature food vendors, a photo booth and fun activities, organizers said. Participants will also have the opportunity to win meet and greets with Anthony Rizzo and Cubs’ press box experiences.

All participants are required to raise a minimum of $200 with help and guidance from Champion Challenge organizers. Champion Challenge registration is $25, and Challenge Cheerleader registration is $20.

Rizzo started his foundation after his own battle with cancer.

"Anthony realized during his own battle with cancer that no matter how difficult fighting cancer was for him, it was even more difficult for his family," his foundation posted on the fundraiser page.

The mission of the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation is to raise money to provide financial support for the families of children battling the disease.

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