TaterTough Foundation: Pediatric Cancer Fundraiser Event at Legacy Acres Hunting Club in Parnell, Iowa
Chasing Down Dreams 2026 is the 3rd annual fundraiser for the TaterTough Foundation, scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, starting at 4:00 PM CDT at Legacy Acres Hunting Club in Parnell, Iowa, where Big Ten Rentals is proudly powering the event by providing premium event rentals to support this important cause close to home.
This seamless integration highlights the partnership between Big Ten Rentals and the TaterTough Foundation, bringing together community members for a meaningful evening dedicated to advancing the foundation’s mission through high-quality rental support and local engagement in the Parnell area.
The Setup: Creating a Welcoming Space for a DIPG Fighting Event
We’re delivering and installing a comprehensive rental package tailored to transform the scenic 600-acre grounds of Legacy Acres into a comfortable, professional venue for this special night:
- One 40′ x 120′ Jumbo Track Event Tent — This massive structure provides over 4,800 sq ft of covered space, ideal for the main gathering area, dinner, and Kentucky Derby race watch party. Its durable design handles Iowa’s variable spring weather while creating an open, festive atmosphere.
- One 30′ x 75′ Frame Tent — Offering an additional 2,250 sq ft for expanded seating, silent auction, or breakout areas with a clean, sturdy structure that allows for excellent airflow and lighting.
- One 10′ x 30′ Frame Tent — Perfect walking pathway between tents.
- 16′ x 20′ Stage — Complete with railings and stairs for speeches, live entertainment, or presentations honoring Tate Schaefer’s legacy.
- Heating, Tables, and Chairs — Propane tent heaters to ensure guest comfort as evening temperatures drop, plus high-quality tables and chairs for elegant, comfortable dining and mingling.
This full-service setup—delivery, professional installation, and pickup—allows organizers and attendees to focus on what matters: raising funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research, especially Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) and other childhood brain tumors.
Why This Event Matters: Honoring Tate Schaefer’s “TaterTough” Spirit
The TaterTough Foundation was founded by Brad and Darcy Schaefer in memory of their son Tate, a spirited Williamsburg, Iowa, athlete who battled DIPG with incredible courage for 27 months before passing in 2021. Tate’s mottos—“Win The Day,” “Nobody Better,” and living TaterTough—continue to inspire the foundation’s work, funding research, family support (including the My DIPG Navigator program), and advocacy.
Chasing Down Dreams brings Churchill Downs vibes to rural Iowa with a race watch party, dinner, drinks, and community fellowship. Tickets are $100 and directly support these critical efforts. Events like this highlight the stark underfunding of pediatric brain cancer research while turning personal loss into collective action.
Legacy Acres Hunting Club, known for upland bird hunting and now expanding into events, provides the perfect backdrop—spacious, scenic, and community-oriented.
How You Can Join
- Date & Time: Saturday, May 2, 2026, starting at 4:00 PM CDT
- Location: Legacy Acres Hunting Club, 3018 O Ave, Parnell, IA 52325
- Tickets: Available here.
Big Ten Rentals: Midwest Event Experts Since Day One
Based in Iowa City, Iowa (just a short drive from Parnell and Williamsburg), Big Ten Rentals is the region’s go-to source for complete event solutions. We specialize in:
- A huge inventory of tents (from small canopies to massive clearspan and rope-and-pole structures)
- Stages, bleachers, tables & chairs
- Heaters, lighting, crowd control, and more
Our experienced crew handles full delivery and setup for weddings, corporate events, fairs, fundraisers, and tailgates across Iowa and beyond. We’ve supported everything from Iowa State Fair broadcasts to university gatherings and local benefits—always with reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail.
What sets us apart?
- One-stop convenience — No need to coordinate multiple vendors.
- Weather-ready expertise — We know Iowa springs can be unpredictable.
- Community commitment — We’re honored to contribute to causes like TaterTough that strengthen our region.
Final Thoughts
Events like Chasing Down Dreams remind us why we do what we do at Big Ten Rentals. Providing the physical space and comfort for communities to gather, remember, celebrate, and fight for a better future is incredibly rewarding. We’re grateful to partner with the TaterTough family, Legacy Acres, and all the volunteers making this possible.
If you’re planning an event—fundraiser, wedding, corporate gathering, or anything in between—contact Big Ten Rentals today at (319) 337-7368 or bigtenrentals.com. Let’s create something impactful together.
