Overview
Date: Saturday, March 6, 2027
Time: 3 - 7 PM
Location: Arcadia | Arizona
Croquet Brackets: Single elimination style tournament
Times will be announced one week prior
Croquet style: American 9-Wicket Cut-Throat; Five croquet courts
Attire (Player): In keeping with croquet tradition, Players will take the lawn in classic white
Attire (Guest): Guests are encouraged, but not required, to follow suit with their favorite white attire
Join the friendly competition or cheer for your favorite player while funding the fight to END Alzheimer’s disease and related memory disorders.
Proceeds benefit the HonorHealth Foundation Myles & Hermanda O'Connor Fund, which helps underwrite the new HonorHealth Cognitive Clinic at the Bob Bové Neuroscience Institute.
Visit the Croquet for a Cure website and learn more about the inspiration for Croquet for a Cure and its goal of finding a cure to Alzheimer’s and related cognitive disease while helping the currently diagnosed acquire the highest standard of care.
Can't attend but still want to support Croquet for a Cure?
Meg and her mom, Hermanda
As many of you know, my beautiful mother, Hermanda O'Connor, passed away from a form of dementia several years ago. It's taken us until now to feel we could stand up and attempt to make a difference. Thank you for standing with us.
We would love nothing more than to SELL OUT and set in motion the much-needed groundbreaking research that will crack the code to a cure.
If you would be so kind, please share this event with your friends and family members! You can come to play, or just to cheer on your favorite player!
As much as I miss my Mom, I know she will be with us through this journey, and we will raise a toast to her and to all of the wonderful people that are touched by this awful disease. Thank you for joining this fight.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Individual Player Ticket & Spectator Ticket sales open in January 2027!
Spectator Ticket | $250 (Limited availability)
Player Ticket | $300 (Limited availability)
2027 Croquet for a Cure sponsor opportunities packet (PDF)
2027 Croquet for a Cure sponsorship commitment form (PDF)
2027 Croquet for a Cure in-kind donation form (PDF)
Visit our checkout page to purchase a Croquet for a Cure sponsorship
Presenting Sponsor | $50,000 (1 available)
• The premier partner of the croquet tournament, receiving top recognition and exclusive activation opportunities
• “Croquet For A Cure Presented by [Sponsor Name]” on HonorHealth Foundation event registration website and the 2027 Croquet for a Cure website
• Prominent name/logo placement across all event materials, signage, and promotions
• Opportunity to welcome guests and announce, “start of first round play”
• Recognition in event program and stage announcements
• Exclusive VIP courtside lawn seating for up to 10, with choice of bourbon and/or champagne bottle service and a personalized decorated bottle of Veuve Clicquot
• 10 VIP Spectator tickets with option to upgrade 10 to Player Tickets
Grand Champion Partner | $25,000 (1 available)
• Name/logo on website, event signage & program
• Minimum of four dedicated “Grand Champion Partner” social media posts
• Sponsor representative presents 2027 Grand Champion “Orange Jacket” during the blazer ceremony
• 10 Spectator tickets with the option of complimentary upgrade to Player Spots for up to five of the 10 tickets
• Exclusive VIP courtside seating on lawn for up to 10 with choice of bourbon and/or champagne bottle service & a personalized, hand-decorated bottle of Veuve Clicquot
Croquet Court Sponsor | $10,000 (5 available)
• Name/logo on website, near one of five tournament courts on day of event & program
• Minimum of one dedicated “Court Sponsor” social media post
• Minimum of two included in the list of five “Court Sponsors” social media posts within 30 days of event (one before & one after)
• Six Spectator tickets with the option of complimentary upgrade to Player Spot for two of six tickets
• Reserved lawn seating for four near your named court
• Personalized, hand-decorated bottle of Veuve Clicquot
Band Sponsor | $5,000 (1 available)
• Recognition from the main stage with a special band “shout out” featuring your name or logo
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Recognition in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Four Spectator tickets, with the option to upgrade two to Player Spots
Champagne Tasting Bar | $5,000 SOLD!
• Guests will enjoy a champagne tasting bar featuring your name or logo on the bar
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Recognition in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Four Spectator tickets, with the option to upgrade two to Player Spots
Bar/Beverage Sponsor | $5,000 (2 available: 1 Courtside, 1 Poolside)
• Your name or logo featured on the bar at your choice of either the court-side or poolside bar
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Recognition in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Four Spectator tickets, with the option to upgrade two to Player Spots
Practice Green Sponsor | $5,000 (1 available)
• Players will enjoy tuning up their game for the big match on the practice green featuring your name or logo displayed prominently
• Logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage and program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Four Spectator tickets with the option to upgrade two to Player Spots
Raffle Sponsor | $5,000 (1 available)
• Your logo featured as the raffle sponsor as guests play to win fun and exciting prizes
• Logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage and program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Four Spectator tickets with the option to upgrade two to Player Spots
Thank-you Gift Sponsor | $5,000 SOLD!
• Name or logo displayed on the “thank you” gift given to each guest with option to provide a branded thank you gift to the 250 guests
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Recognition in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Four Spectator tickets, with the option to upgrade two to Player Spots
Valet Sponsor | $5,000 SOLD!
• Name or logo displayed on the valet stand located at the main entrance to the event
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Recognition in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Four Spectator tickets, with the option to upgrade two to Player Spots
Custom Champagne Project Sponsor | $2,500 (2 available)
• Underwriting the hand-decorated, limited-edition bottles created by the Croquet for a Cure committee
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Décor Experience Sponsor | $2,500 (3 available)
• Enhancing the event with stylish details that bring the tournament atmosphere to life
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Havana Station Sponsor | $2,500 (2 available)
• Your name/logo featured prominently as guests enjoyed expertly hand‑rolled cigars
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Honor Wall Sponsor | $2,500 (2 available)
• An interactive experience created and run by Youth Crew ambassadors, where guests share messages honoring loved ones and receive an inspiring quote in return
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Recognition in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Hydration Station Sponsor | $2,500 (2 available)
• Guests will enjoy a hydration station of water, iced tea & lemonade with your name/logo featured prominently
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Light the Night Sponsor | $2,500 (2 available)
• Help set the mood and keep the backyard vibes glowing throughout the tournament and into the evening experience
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Marketing Sponsor | $2,500 (2 available)
• Driving visibility, community and fundraising impact in all pre and post event marketing
• Logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage and program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Photographer Sponsor | $2,500 (1 available)
• Capturing every unforgettable moment of the event
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two "Event Sponsors" social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Photo Selfie Wall Sponsor | $2,500 (1 available)
• Creating a fun, interactive space for guests to snap and share memorable moments
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two "Event Sponsors" social media posts within
• Two Spectator tickets
Player Gifts Sponsor | $2,500 (2 available)
• Your name or logo featured on the player gift bags celebrating our featured croquet match players on event day
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Player Score Card Sponsor | $2,500 (2 available)
• Guests and players track their favorite players on each player score card featuring your name/logo
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Portrait Patron Sponsor | $2,500 (2 available)
• Name/logo featured at the Portrait Patron Station with live artist portrait renderings for guests
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Program Sponsor | $2,500 (2 available)
• Event day guest guide to key event details and sponsor recognition
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Tournament Champion Award Sponsor | $2,500 (1 available)
• Sponsor the tournament’s highest honor, the Champion Cup Award, with recognition tied to the trophy and during the awards presentation
• Name/logo on all marketing materials (website, event signage & program)
• Listed in two “Event Sponsors” social media posts
• Two Spectator tickets
Wickets Sponsor | $1,500 (36 available)
• Name/logo on South Lawn near croquet courts (*with option to dedicate a wicket “in Honor of” or “in Memory of” a loved one)
• Listed in minimum of one “Wicket Sponsors” social media post
• Two Spectator tickets
The amount of your contribution that is deductible to the full extent of the law is limited to the excess of your contribution over the value of the goods and services promised you. Value of goods and services is $125 per person included in sponsor level.
About - Event History
Croquet for a Cure was founded by the Seoane Family, whose generosity and vision are transforming the future of memory care. What began as a family’s heartfelt tribute has grown into one of the Valley’s most meaningful and spirited fundraisers.
As an annual community event, Croquet for a Cure is more than a gathering — it’s a commitment to advancing memory care and supporting those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia.
The goal for future years is to expand the event's reach, funding even more innovative programs and life-changing research. Together, with your partnership, we are paving the way toward a future where families can find hope and healing.
A personal tribute
Alzheimer’s, dementia and related diseases which affect memory are devastating diseases that uniquely impact the patient and their entire family. These are intensely personal afflictions, precisely because they steal the essence of one's person.
At the 2026 Croquet for a Cure event, Annika Seoane shared a heartfelt tribute to her grandmother, Hermanda O’Connor, with a special reading of her original poem, My Oma.
The touching moment was a beautiful reminder of the personal stories and cherished relationships at the heart of Croquet for a Cure’s mission. Through her words, Annika honored her grandmother and the love, memories, and lasting impact that make family bonds so meaningful.
We are honored to share Annika’s poem, My Oma, as a tribute to her grandmother and a reflection of the inspiration behind our mission to prevent, slow and ultimately cure cognitive decline.
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When I look back, the only person I can still touch with any certainty is My Oma. Other memories blur or rearrange themselves, but she remains intact: she let me eat sugar straight from the bowl whenever we had afternoon tea, muttered in Dutch when she cooked — words that had no meaning but accepted as part of the spell. Her smile was melty warm like chocolate brought back in someone else’s suitcase and meant to be savored. She was distinguished and singular as the rosemary and sage that grew wild and unchecked in the back garden. What I remember the most, is how thoroughly she spoiled me, how completely she devoted her time to making the ordinary hours feel intentional. My Oma believed in the sanctity of time. Not in the abstract sense, but in practice: in dressing for the day, in preparing food carefully, in showing up loudly and unapologetically for the people she loved. She entered rooms as if she’d been expected, she knew who she was and everyone else damn well loved it. There was no hesitation in her, no uncertainty about who she was supposed to be. I wanted to be just like her, bold and fierce and utterly resplendent in whatever she was. My Oma’s favorite place to attend with her time was Saks 5th Avenue, which somehow managed to capture all her many different loves under one pristine, cream colored roof. Together we rode the escalators upward, through layers of fabric and perfume, and I would stare at the ceiling as glittering butterflies hung suspended mid-wing flap above us. It felt like you were rising into heaven. My Oma wasn’t built for the stage, the stage was built to hold her. She sang on a loop, never letting silence settle into our time. She commanded with her voice too, running multiple charities and fundraisers so that she built herself a pillar of society. I remember one night she was watching me for the parents. They arrived home at 11 o’clock to see their sixty-four-year-old babysitter and her three-year-old charge conga lining around the house singing, “Hakuna Matata!” at the top of their lungs. I don’t remember their exhaustion or the end of the night. I remember only the singing. My Oma was the only real thing to me at that age. She fed me Madeleine’s, took me shopping, and insisted I learn how to say my name properly because, “It is an insult to your heritage and your Oma,” she told me, “if you don’t remember your middle name, Her-man-dah!” I was so deeply ingrained with her it felt like I could never be without her. Like my own name would lose meaning if the person who gave it meaning wasn’t there. I also remember when My Oma started to die. Not when my grandmother died, but when My Oma did. The illness crept slowly toward the parts of her that made her recognizable: the clothes, the jewelry, the voice, the certainty. Eventually, she could no longer remember herself. We tried to preserve her through objects — turquoise necklaces, music, brightly colored clothes — as if these offerings might call her back. They were attempts to remind her of the woman she had once so carefully constructed. I cried the day my grandmother passed, not because she was gone, but because now there was absolutely no way My Oma could come back. All I have are the memories, the clothes, and the name. I just hope she’s somewhere with sugar and song and her memories of us. I think she would have liked that. My Oma. — Annika Seoane [2026] |
My Oma