The Mission of the Rypien Foundation is to provide funding for local programs on the front line fighting childhood cancer. If the foundation is able to offer hope to the families, the treatments will have a greater degree of success.

As a 501 (c)(3) organization, we raise money through two main events, our Winemakers’ Dinner and the Zak!Celebrity Open.

We also seek in-kind donations that contribute toward our mission.

Ultimately the Mission of the Rypien Foundation goes forward by the continued generosity of its partners. Our board demands their experience and association with our organization be the best it can be.