OUR FOUNDING STORY
It all started with a crazy idea…
In 2010, a group of do-gooders, led by co-founders Brendan Hanrahan, Chad Leathers and Bobby Gill, dropped their pants and ran through the D.C. cold to raise money for research to help end neurofibromatosis (NF), a rare genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. They ran in their undies because those affected with NF can’t cover up their tumors, so they decided to strip down in solidarity.
Since 2010, Cupid’s Charity was created and became a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit with a mission to end NF by funding much needed research. We have raised over $21,700,000 to date, with 100% of net proceeds funding research through our partner the Children’s Tumor Foundation, the world’s leader in NF research.
FINDING A CURE
Our mission is to accelerate the discovery of a cure for NF by inspiring our loyal community of supporters to do good year-round through boundary-pushing experiences. Everything we do is guided by our three core values:
1. Lead with Love
2. Innovate and Co-Create
3. Attitude is Everything
GET TO KNOW OUR TEAM
Meet our staff, board of directors, and volunteers who make Cupid’s what it is today.
WANT TO WORK WITH US?
Cupid’s Charity and its loyal community of supporters are on a mission to find a cure for neurofibromatosis. If you want in, there are a variety of ways to get involved with our cause, from careers, to volunteer opportunities, and more!
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