Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # D-Feet Cancer The Dalton Fox Foundation ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://dfeetcancer.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://dfeetcancer.org/?page_id=10) - [Q2 2026 D-Feet Cancer Newsletter](https://dfeetcancer.org/q2-2026-d-feet-cancer-newsletter/) - [Q1 2026 D-Feet Cancer Newsletter](https://dfeetcancer.org/q1-2026-d-feet-cancer-newsletter/) - [February 2026](https://dfeetcancer.org/february-2026/) - February 19, 2009. Dalton gave that answer hundreds of times of the three plus years he fought cancer. Anytime he checked into clinic, got scanned, had surgery, given meds, or had chemo, the nurses and doctors would ask him for his birthday. On a few occasions, Dalton would try leaving the year off his birthdate - [November 2025](https://dfeetcancer.org/an-empty-chair/) - An Empty Chair After enduring a 5 AM Uber ride, large crowds, lots of steps, numb extremities, and the absence of available restrooms, we finally saw the first float come into view. The Fox family had traveled to New York to check off a bucket list item – see the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in - [October 2025 Update](https://dfeetcancer.org/october-update/) - A few weeks ago, Jen and I traveled to Washington D.C. for CureFest to help make childhood cancer a national priority. While there, we spent time looking at the “Angel Wall.” This display shows pictures of children stolen by cancer. The wall stretched a full city block. While Dalton’s picture was on the wall, Jen - [Aug 2025 Update](https://dfeetcancer.org/august-2025-update/) - Well, I'm late again. My goal of updating the blog on the 8th of every month isn't going so well. But, better late than never. I should probably work on September's post as soon as I publish on this one. The big event of August was our 3rd annual skydiving event. Here’s a bit of - [July 2025 Update](https://dfeetcancer.org/july-2025-update/) - Happy summer everyone. There is a bit of a lull between Dalton's Dash in May and skydiving in early August. I'll talk skydiving at the end of the post, but I thought I'd share a Dalton story first. Summer was always a favorite time of Dalton's. He loved to swim and with a community pool - [June 2025 Update](https://dfeetcancer.org/june-2025-update/) - Well, I'm not know for my punctuality. For the third month in a row, I've missed my deadline of updating the blog on the 8th of the month. I'll try again next month but better late than never. D-Feet Cancer has had a pretty busy last month or so. Our 4th annual Dalton's Dash 5K - [May 2025 Update](https://dfeetcancer.org/may-2025-update/) - Funding Updates I had the pleasure last week of writing a check for $50,000.08 to support year two of the Better Ewing Sarcoma Treatment (BEST) research led by Dr. Sorensen. This is our second year of funding Dr. Sorensen's research. D-Feet Cancer has also agreed to fund our third research project into Ewing Sarcoma. Led - [April 2025 Update](https://dfeetcancer.org/april-2025-update/) - Since starting D-Feet Cancer over three years ago, Jen and I have learned a lot. With help from our dedicated Board and other volunteers, we've run golf tournaments, 5K, dodgeball tournaments, a gala, and even jumped out of a perfectly good plane - twice. As D-Feet Cancer approaches half a million dollars of research funded, - [September Again](https://dfeetcancer.org/september-again/) - September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - [D-Feet Cancer Summer Update](https://dfeetcancer.org/d-feet-cancer-summer-update/) - D-Feet Cancer kicked off our summer events with the 3rd Annual Dalton's Dash 5k on a rainy May morning. Despite the weather, hundreds of people braved the rain and walked/ran 3.1 miles to help fund pediatric cancer research. We'll have pictures and stories in our upcoming newsletter. Our local swim team, the Club Brittany Blue - [Winter 2024 Update](https://dfeetcancer.org/winter-2024-update/) - Welcome to 2024. D-Feet Cancer had a great 2023 and we are currently gearing up to help even more kids fight cancer in 2024. More details to come in our upcoming newsletter, but here is a summary of all things D-Feet Cancer. Giving: D-Feet Cancer just agreed to fund another $100,000 of Ewing Sarcoma research - [Please check out the attached July 2023 D-Feet Cancer newsletter.](https://dfeetcancer.org/please-check-out-the-attached-july-2023-d-feet-cancer-newsletter/) - Read about the 2nd annual Dalton's Dash 5K, a research update, Chris Taylor's bat, and how to "Swim Like a Fox." We've got some exciting D-Feet Cancer events coming up this Fall. Our golf tournament will be held at Redwing Lake Golf Course in Virginia Beach on Friday October 13th. A month later, we will - [2023 Q1 Update](https://dfeetcancer.org/2023-q1-update/) - Please check out the attached March 2023 D-Feet Cancer newsletter. Among other topics of interest, read about our recent $100,000.08 grant that is currently funding Ewing Sarcoma research. Can you guess Dalton’s favorite number? We have also attached a summary of the research D-Feet Cancer is funding, written for non-medical researchers like us. Finally, we - [Newsletter](https://dfeetcancer.org/newsletter/) - Please see the attached email for a review of 2022, our fundraising progress, and plans for funds distribution. Thank you for all of your generosity and support. We couldn't D-Feet Cancer without you. D-Feet Newsletter December 2022Download - [Golf Tournament](https://dfeetcancer.org/golf-tournament/) - The first ever D-Feet Cancer Golf Tournament is Friday October 14th at Red Wing Golf Course in Virginia Beach. Get there around 11 to hit some range balls and grab some lunch before teeing off around noon. There will be lunch, snacks, beer for sale, games, raffles, and even a challenge involving some crutches. We - [SplasH2O Fundraiser](https://dfeetcancer.org/splash2o-fundraiser/) - Swing by SplasH20 Saturday July 30th and/or Sunday July 31st to support D-Feet Cancer The Dalton Fox Foundation while getting your car cleaned. If you purchase a “Protect Wash” and punch in the code “8888” at check-in, SplasH20 will donate $5 to D-Feet Cancer where 100% of donations go to fund pediatric cancer research. D-Feet - [5K Thank You and Golf Tournament](https://dfeetcancer.org/5k-thank-you-and-golf-tournament/) - Jen, Rachel, I, and the whole D-Feet Cancer board want to thank everyone who participated in the first ever Dalton’s Dash 5K. Thanks to you, we raised over $21,000 that will go directly to Ewing Sarcoma research. You can see our fundraising progress on the “Sponsorship” Thank you for supporting the silent auction, our various - [Dalton's Dash 5k - May 21st](https://dfeetcancer.org/daltons-dash-5k-may-21st/) - Thank you for all of your support at both the dodgeball tournament and my run from CHKD to home on Dalton’s birthday. We had a blast at the dodgeball tournament and thoroughly enjoyed seeing a full crowd at the Virginia Beach Fieldhouse having a great time while raising money for Ewing Sarcoma research. The tournament - [13th Birthday Without the Birthday Boy](https://dfeetcancer.org/13th-birthday-without-the-birthday-boy/) - Plans for Dalton's 13th birthday - [T-Shirts](https://dfeetcancer.org/t-shirts/) - We have been hard at work on D-Feet Cancer The Dalton Fox Foundation. Jen and I have been planning a few events to honor Dalton's birthday on February 19th and our wonderful D-Feet Cancer team is planning a 5K on May 21st as well as golf tournament in September and oyster roast in November. More - [Introduction to D-Feet Cancer: The Dalton Fox Foundation](https://dfeetcancer.org/introduction-to-d-feet-cancer-the-dalton-fox-foundation/) - By Will Fox – proud Dad of Rachel and Dalton Welcome to D-Feet Cancer: The Dalton Fox Foundation’s website. As many of you know, our curious, funny, and caring 12 y/o son Dalton passed away in May 2021 from metastatic Ewing Sarcoma. I (his dad Will) never thought my kid would get cancer. I figured ## Pages - [Home](https://dfeetcancer.org/) - The Dalton Fox Foundation - [Grants](https://dfeetcancer.org/grants/) - [Sponsors](https://dfeetcancer.org/sponsors/) - Sponsorship Opportunities At D-Feet Cancer, we think big. Our goal is to fund research that leads to better treatments and a cure for Ewing Sarcoma. We couldn't pursue finding a cure for cancer without the help of both individual and corporate donors. Corporate donations allow D-Feet Cancer to raise much needed money for pediatric cancer - [Our Mission](https://dfeetcancer.org/our-mission/) - Our Mission & Vision The D-Feet Cancer Mission Statement D-Feet Cancer The Dalton Fox Foundation raises awareness of Ewing Sarcoma and other under-studied pediatric cancers. By directly funding research into these cancers, we are determined to help discover more effective and less toxic treatments while supporting both patients and families during their greatest time of need. - [Events](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/) - CONTENTS - [Give](https://dfeetcancer.org/give/) - Thank you for helping D-Feet Cancer. Your donation will directly fund research designed to find targeted therapies and treatments for Ewing Sarcoma and other lesser studied pediatric cancers. Please click the button below to make an online donation. D-Feet Cancer is a registered charitable organization and a financial statement is available, upon written request, from - [Locations](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/locations/) - CONTENTS - [Categories](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/categories/) - CONTENTS - [Tags](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/tags/) - CONTENTS - [My Bookings](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/my-bookings/) - CONTENTS - [Contact Us](https://dfeetcancer.org/contact-us/) - Contact Us Name(Required) First Last Email(Required) How can we help?(Required) Submit Δ Contact Info info@DFeetCancer.org 757-343-7472 - [Dalton's Story](https://dfeetcancer.org/daltons-story/) - Dalton's Story Dalton Fox had a contagious smile and sense of humor, even through his toughest days. He is an inspiration to us and the reason for our mission to find targeted therapies and treatments for Ewing Sarcoma. This is Dalton's story. Rounding third base, a few weeks after hitting his first home run, 8-year-old - [What is Ewing Sarcoma?](https://dfeetcancer.org/what-is-ewing-sarcoma/) - What is Ewing Sarcoma? What is Ewing Sarcoma? Ewing Sarcoma, named after James R. Ewing, who described the first cases in 1921, is an aggressive cancer that affects bones or nearby soft tissue. Cancer occurs when healthy cells change and grow out of control. Ewing Sarcoma tumors can occur in any bone in the body ## Events - [D-Feet Cancer Golf Tournament](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/d-feet-cancer-golf-tournament/) - Join us for the 5th annual D-Feet Cancer Golf Tournament. We will serve lunch from Taste Unlimited, a mid-round snack from Chick-Fil-A, beverages on the course, and have some fun games and raffles throughout the day. Your registration includes, cart, greens fee, lunch, snacks, and a small gift. For additional information and registration please click - [The Devin Flaherty Classic](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/the-devin-flaherty-classic/) - The Cox Falcons host the Great Bridge Wildcats in a showdown of two of the best local high school baseball teams. Played in honor of Devin Flaherty, a former Falcon shortstop who lost his life to pediatric cancer in 2022, the game raises awareness of and funds for pediatric cancer research. Every day, 45 children - [5th Annual Dalton's Dash 5K](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/5th-annual-daltons-dash-5k/) - Join us on Saturday morning May 16th for our 5th annual Dalton's Dash fun 5K run/walk. For more information and to register, please click here: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/VirginiaBeach/DaltonsDash5k - [Spikeball Tournament](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/spikeball-tournament/) - D-Feet Cancer Memorial Day Spikeball Tournament Enjoy an afternoon of Spikeball, friends, and fun on Memorial Day afternoon. Adults and kids of all ages are welcome to register. So yes, that means the overly competitive moms and dads, elementary schoolers, and anyone else in between who just want to have a good time. Follow - [Dodge, Duck, Dive, & D-Feet Cancer Dodgeball Tournament 2026](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/dodge-duck-dive-d-feet-cancer-dodgeball-tournament-2026/) - Our 5th annual Dodgeball Tournament. We will be celebrating Dalton's 17th birthday and bringing awareness to the need for pediatric cancer research. This is event helps our youth understand the importance of helping their community while also having fun. We want your kids to realize that childhood cancer is an important cause and we need - [D-Feet Cancer Gala](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/d-feet-cancer-gala/) - The second annual D-Feet Cancer Gala will be held on Saturday February 21, 2026 at the Neon House in downtown Norfolk, Virginia. Click on this link for additional details and registration information. https://auctria.events/EverydayMemoriesGala2026 - [4th Annual Skydive to D-Feet Event](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/4th-annual-skydive-to-d-feet-event/) - We are going skydiving again to raise money for pediatric cancer research. To tandem skydive, participants need to raise at least $700 from family and friends. Jumped who raise at least $1,200 will not only get a tandem jump from 13,500 feet but the deluxe video and picture package. This package is highly recommended - [4th Annual D-Feet Cancer Golf Tournament](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/4th-annual-d-feet-cancer-golf-tournament/) - Join us for the 4th annual D-Feet Cancer Golf Tournament. We will serve lunch from Taste Unlimited, a mid-round snack from Chick-Fil-A, beverages on the course, and have some fun games and raffles throughout the day. Your registration includes, cart, greens fee, lunch, snacks, and a small gift. For additional information and registration please click - [D-Feet Night at Wasserhund Brewing Comapany](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/d-feet-night-at-wasserhund-brewing-comapany/) - Come hang out with us at Wasserhund Brewing Company in Virginia Beach from 5-10 PM. Wasserhund will generously donate 25% of all sales from the evening to D-Feet Cancer. We'll also be playing Marvel trivia (Dalton loved Marvel movies), have D-Feet merchandise available for purchase, and also have a few raffles and give aways. - [3rd Annual Skydive to D-Feet Cancer](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/3rd-annual-skydive-to-d-feet-cancer/) - You read that right. We are going skydiving again to raise money for pediatric cancer research. To tandem skydive, participants need to raise at least $500 from family and friends. Jumped who raise at least $1,000 will not only get a tandem jump from 13,500 feet but the deluxe video and picture package. This - [4th Annual Dalton's Dash 5K Run & Walk](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/4th-annual-daltons-dash-5k-run-walk/) - Join us fort the 4th annual Dalton's Dash 5K run and walk. A FUN 5K (3.1 mile) run/walk through Dalton's neighborhood with after-race raffles, food trucks, and D-Feet Cancer merchandise. Click here for more information and to register: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/VirginiaBeach/DaltonsDash5k The race starts and ends at Club Brittany Pool - 800 Five Point Rd. Virginia Beach, - [Dalton's 16th Birthday](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/daltons-16th-birthday/) - Happy Birthday Dalton. You would be 16 years-old today. Feel free to send Jen, Will, and/or Rachel an email or text wishing "D" a happy birthday. - [Dodge, Duck, Dive, & D-Feet Cancer Dodgeball Tournament](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/dodgeball/) - Our 4th annual Dodgeball Tournament. We will be celebrating Dalton's 16th birthday and bringing awareness to the need for pediatric cancer research. This is event helps our youth understand the importance of helping their community while also having fun. We want your kids to realize that childhood cancer is an important cause and we need ## Locations - [Frank W. Cox High School](https://dfeetcancer.org/locations/frank-w-cox-high-school/) - [Club Brittany Swim Club](https://dfeetcancer.org/locations/club-brittany/) - Come join us for our 5th annual Dalton's Dash fun run/walk 5K. For more information and to register, click here: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/VirginiaBeach/DaltonsDash5k - [Great Neck Park](https://dfeetcancer.org/locations/great-neck-park/) - [The Neon House](https://dfeetcancer.org/locations/the-neon-house/) - [Wasserhund Brewing Company](https://dfeetcancer.org/locations/wasserhund-brewing-company/) - [Red Wing Lake Golf Course](https://dfeetcancer.org/locations/red-wing-lake-golf-course/) - [Skydive Suffolk](https://dfeetcancer.org/locations/skydive-suffolk/) - [Cape Henry Collegiate](https://dfeetcancer.org/locations/cape-henry-collegiate/) ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://dfeetcancer.org/category/uncategorized/) ## Events Tags - [Spikeball D-Feet Cancer](https://dfeetcancer.org/events/tags/spikeball-d-feet-cancer/)