The Nikolas Ritschel Foundation

We are beyond grateful for the 900+ runners and supporters who joined us for this year’s Shamrock Beer Run 5K! ???? Thanks to your energy, generosity, and the incredible ShamROCKED fundraiser, we raised enough to grant FOUR wishes for young adults battling cancer! ?? ?????? ?????? ???????? ??????’?? ????????. ?????????? ??????, ???? ???????????? ???????????? ????????????????, ?????? ?????? ?????????????? ????—???????????? ??????????’?? ????????. ?????????? ??????, ???????? ?????????? ???????????????? ???????? ???? ???? ???????? ?? ??????????, ?????? ???? ???????????? ???? ?????? ???????? ???????? ???????? ?????????? ??????????. Help us bring hope, joy, and unforgettable moments to those who need it most. Donate today and be a part of something truly life-changing: https://lnkd.in/eJ9vxyWu ??: The wonderful Samantha Behling captured all the magic! Check out these incredible moments from race day! https://lnkd.in/ek-BP5g3

???? A HUGE thank you to everyone who sponsored, volunteered, and joined us for the Shamrock Beer Run 5K this past weekend! ????♂? Your support helps us shamROCK the lives of young adult cancer warriors! ?? This event keeps growing every year, and we’re already counting down to next year’s fun. Cheers to making a difference—one step at a time! ?? REMINDER: Auction item pickup is today through Wednesday, noon to 6pm at 3430 Lonergan Drive, Rockford. If you need to make other pickup arrangements, please email [email protected]

???? Shamrocks for Wishes Update! ???? With full hearts, we are thrilled to share that our Shamrock Fundraiser raised $??,??????.????! This incredible generosity is thanks to our amazing Shamrock Partners who hosted and everyone who purchased a green or gold shamrock. Because of you, more young adults bravely battling cancer will experience precious moments of joy - moments that bring light, love, and hope during their toughest days. ?? From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in the power of a wish. ??

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We want to give a huge Nik's Wish shoutout to DJ Liquors! ?? They just hit $1,000 raised for wishes through their shamrock fundraiser! Not only are they making a difference in the lives of young adults battling cancer, but look at all those GOLD shamrocks with a chance to win a one-of-a-kind bottle of Jameson from Ireland! ?? Stay tuned for more updates from our other wish partners who are shamROCKIN' it for young adults battling cancer.

We are beyond grateful for our incredible sponsors who make the Shamrock Beer Run 5K possible! ???? Your generosity fuels our mission at the Nikolas Ritschel Foundation, bringing joy to young adults fighting cancer. Because of YOU, we can continue to make a difference. Thank you for believing in our cause and helping us spread smiles! ?? And don’t forget—Grammy’s Shamrock Auction is still open! Bid now on amazing items and keep the giving spirit going: https://lnkd.in/g4dGpZZW. ?? ?????????? ????????????????: Modern Woodmen Mercyhealth Sportscore One Hard Rock Casino Rockford Winnebago Landfill Farther (previously Focus Financial) OrthoIllinois UA Local 23 Ferguson 815 Dental Studio Border Foods Aetna Interstate Graphics Embassy Suits Cane's ???????? ????????????????: Carlyle Brewing Co Pig Minds Brewing Prairie Street Brewing Urban Forest G Five Brewing Co ?????????? ????????????????: Townsquare Smokey Vine Production

Nik's Wish is honored to be a national charity partner for the 2025 The Wine Run 5k! ?? Becoming a charity partner for local and national events is one of the many strategic ways we raise the crucial funds needed to fulfill wishes. ?? BONUS: It has opened so many doors to meeting new volunteers, wishers, and great people that have supported the mission of Nik's Wish! This past weekend, one of our wish alumni, Katelyn, volunteered at the run in Napa, CA. As a charity partner, we help provide volunteers for the events, and are still in need of additional support for remaining runs. If you or someone you know have the ability to volunteer at any of the events below, we would be so grateful! You can sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gvKGPVwt 3/29 TerraVox in Kansas City, MO 3/29 Flat Creek in Marble Falls, TX 3/29 Mercier Orchards in Blue Ridge, GA 4/6 Castel Grisch in Watkins Glen, NY 4/12 Big Cork in Rohrersville, MD 4/12 Llano Estacado in Lubbock, TX 4/12 Wild Blossom in Chicago, IL 4/13 Bar Z in Canyon, TX 4/26 Stone Villa in Acme, PA 4/27 Becker Farms in Gasport, NY 5/18 Millner Heritage in Kimball, MN 6/8 Rock n Wool in Poynette, WI 6/13 Wilridge in Yakima, WA 6/21 Helvetia in Hillsboro, OR (near Portland) 6/28 Benton-Lane in Monroe, OR (near Eugene) #winerun5k #volunteer

?????????? ?????????? ???????????? ?????????????????? ???????? ?????????? ??-???? Every young adult facing cancer deserves JOY, hope, and support—and that’s exactly what the Nikolas Ritschel Foundation is here to provide! ?? This week, we’ve shared inspiring stories of young adults battling cancer and how a wish has brought light into their journey. From dream vacations to unforgettable experiences and new companions, every wish granted creates moments of happiness and hope during the toughest battles. Until the number of young adults battling cancer is ZERO, we will keep working to deliver them the joy they deserve. Join us in spreading awareness, celebrating resilience, and bringing JOY! ?

? ?????????? ???????????????? ????????????! ? Register today for just $40 before the price goes up at midnight to $60! This is a race course like no other! ?? We feature 5 local craft breweries along the course route, so participants receive an (optional) 3 ounce sample from each brewery along the route, and are greeted with a 16oz pint of their favorite choice at the finish line! All registered participants get a souvenir beer glass, Shamrock Beer Run T-shirt and an event medal for completing the course. ???????? ?????????? ???????? ?????? ???????? ???????? - ??????'?? ???????? ?????????????? ???????????? ???? ???????????? ???????? ????????! ? Register HERE: https://lnkd.in/eGtVagaA