You Played. They Won.
$2.2 million
raised to help families breathe a little easier.
Event Highlights
Get ready for an unforgettable night of poker and purpose! Our Chicago tournaments bring together passionate players and supporters to raise funds for pulmonary fibrosis. With exciting gameplay, amazing prizes, and a lively atmosphere, every hand dealt helps make a real difference for patients, families, and caregivers.
Guests
Play alongside 200 poker players and 120 casino guests all to support a great cause.
Open to all skill levels.
Signature Eats
Enjoy mouth-watering mains at our carving station, bite into specialty dessert, or try some of our late-night bites.
Winners
Tournament players compete for a $10,000 ticket to WSOP in Las Vegas, Nevada and other stellar prizes.
Last Woman Standing
In addition to our 1st place winner, the Last Woman Standing will receive a special prize presented by the Marlene Gurtz Foundation
Raffles
Guests can participate in our "Stack the Deck" raffle to win phenomenal prizes.
Auctions
Place your bids during our live and silent auctions. Prizes have included: Chicago staycations, golf rounds, Apple Watch, restaurant gift cards, and experiences.
Casino Games
Test your luck at one of our other casino tables like blackjack, craps, and roulette charitable gaming tables.
Fun
There's something for everyone to enjoy: food, games, prizes, and mingle. You'll be having fun raising money for a great cause!
Prizes
Additional prizes have included trips to New York City, Puerto Rico, Florida, and Mexico! Plus local hotel stays, shopping experiences, sporting events, memorabilia, and various gift baskets.
2025 Tournament Winner
Congrats to our 1st place winner Kevin Mallo. He won a $10,000 Seat to the 2026 World Series of Poker. We wish him luck!
Bounty Hunter Winners
Bruce Zaccanti and Bob Siuty
This year’s tournament featured two special bounty prizes generously provided by H. Horwitz Co., awarded to the players who successfully knocked out Mitch and Laury from the table.
Both players earned their prizes with sharp play and well-timed moves — congratulations to our bounty champions!
Bounty on Laury – Winner: Bruce Zaccanti
Bruce took home the Charles Hubert Quartz Time Watch, a classic Charles Hubert design known for its craftsmanship and clean, timeless look.
Bounty on Mitch – Winner: Bob Siuty
Bob claimed the Mason stainless steel quartz watch — a sleek Mason timepiece featuring a 26mm case and 18mm clasp.
Last Woman Standing
2025 Winner: Mayrav Dolgin
The Gurtz Family Foundation for a Last Woman Standing prize! The Last Woman Standing in the poker tournament received a $500 prize in honor of Marlene Gurtz. The prize celebrated the perseverance and determination of the winning player just as pulmonary fibrosis warrior Marlene Gurtz battled her lung disease.
SPONSOR
Elevate your brand and make a lasting impact by partnering with us! We offer 6 sponsorship tiers, each designed to provide unique advantages and enhance your visibility. Whether you're looking to connect with a specific audience or gain recognition during our events, there's a tier to suit your goals. From exclusive branding opportunities to special perks for your team, each level is designed to maximize exposure and show your support for a great cause.
See below for more details on the benefits of each tier.*
1
Three of a Kind
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Name or logo displayed on event website with dedicated hyperlink to company’s website
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Name or logo displayed on A/V screens
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Recognition on event posters
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3 Poker Players and 5 Casino Players ($1,050 value)
2
Flush
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Name or logo will be featured in event marketing collateral, including electronic invitations to the Irv Feldman Database
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Name or logo displayed on event website with dedicated hyperlink to company’s website
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Option to purchase a table felt printed with name or logo for $500
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Name or logo displayed on A/V screens, rotated throughout the entire event
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Recognition on event posters, table signs, and/or other onsite print materials
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Verbal recognition as “Flush” sponsor at event during the welcoming announcements, including name or logo on main screen
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5 Poker Players and 3 Casino Players ($1,450 value)
3
Full House
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Name or logo will be prominently featured in event marketing collateral, including electronic invitations to the Irv Feldman Database
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Name or logo displayed on event website with dedicated hyperlink to company’s website
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Option to purchase a table felt printed with name or logo for $500
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Name or logo displayed prominently on A/V screens, rotated throughout the entire event
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Featured recognition on event posters, table signs, and/or other onsite print materials
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Verbal recognition as “Full House” sponsor at event during the welcoming announcements, including name or logo on main screen
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10 Poker Players and 5 Casino Players ($2,750 value)
4
Four of a Kind
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Name or logo will be prominently featured in event marketing collateral, including electronic invitations to the Irv Feldman Database
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Name or logo displayed on event website with dedicated hyperlink to company’s website
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Complimentary table felt printed with name or logo
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Name or logo displayed prominently on A/V screens, rotated throughout the entire event
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Featured recognition on event posters, table signs, and/or other onsite print materials
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Verbal recognition as “Four of a Kind” sponsor at event during the welcoming announcements, including name or logo on main screen
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15 Poker Players and 7 Casino Players ($4,050 value)
5
Straight Flush
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Name or logo will be prominently featured in event marketing collateral, including electronic invitations to the Irv Feldman Database
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Name or logo displayed on event website with dedicated hyperlink to company’s website
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Complimentary table felt printed with name or logo
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Name or logo displayed prominently on A/V screens, rotated throughout the entire event
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Featured recognition on event posters, table signs, and/or other onsite print materials
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Verbal recognition as “Straight Flush” sponsor at event during the welcoming announcements, including name or logo on main screen
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20 Poker Players and 10 Casino Players ($5,500 value)
6
Royal Flush
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Name or logo will be prominently featured in event marketing collateral, including electronic invitations to the Irv Feldman Database
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Name or logo displayed on event website with dedicated hyperlink to company’s website
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Complimentary table felt printed with name or logo
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Name or logo displayed prominently on A/V screens, rotated throughout the entire event
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Featured recognition on event posters, table signs, and/or other onsite print materials
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Verbal recognition as “Royal Flush” sponsor at event during the welcoming announcements, including name or logo on main screen
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30 Poker Players and 10 Casino Players ($7,500 value)
*if interested in sponsorship opportunity email info@feldmanfamilyfoundation.org
CONTRIBUTION
Your participation and generous contributions make a real difference for families affected by pulmonary fibrosis. Here's what our funds go to support:
Programming
Fund the development and distribution of vital programs for families struggling with pulmonary fibrosis.
Direct Services
Provide essential supplies and emotional support to those families in need.
Awareness
Build awareness and work to destigmatize this disease, bringing hope to those affected.