When it all began...
The annual Fitness for a Cure event began in 1999 when Sherri Sarrouf decided to initiate an evening to raise money and awareness for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Sherri put together a team of fitness professionals and dance performers to entertain at the event. The performance team and committee sent a strong public message throughout the first event. Those that are strong in mind and body and in good health should give back to the sick and less fortunate. As the first event came to an end, attendees proclaimed feeling energized from the performers, the upbeat music, and the exercise demonstrations. Most importantly, everyone felt great about giving to such a wonderful cause and were motivated to exercise!
Since inception, this event has raised over $8.5 million for the kids of St. Jude. Throughout the several months of planning this event, the committee and Sherri host several other smaller fundraisers to raise awareness about St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Sherri Sarrouf believes it is very important to “pay it forward”. Being blessed with two healthy children keeps Sherri and her committee focused on giving back to those less fortunate.
A look into what the Fitness For a Cure event is like…
March 16th, 2024
20th Anniversary of Fitness For a Cure
More about Fitness for a Cure.
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Fitness for a Cure Performance Team
The St. Jude performance Team began in 1999. The team has since grown to 100+ kids and adults spanning from 1st grade to young adults.
Learn more about how to join the team and / or committee below.
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Fitness for a Cure Event - March 22nd, 2025
Sherri is honored to run the event with her children, Stephen & Elizabeth Sarrouf. Together they manage the committee, team of 100+ members, and choreograph an entire show.
Fitness for a Cure will be hosting its 26th event next year on Saturday, March 22nd.
The Family Show will feature entertainment from the St. Jude Performance Team, a raffle and family-friendly activities.
The Gala will feature a live and silent auction, dinner, entertainment from the St. Jude Performance Team and an impactful St. Jude program, all with the united purpose of supporting the livesaving mission of St. Jude: Finding cures. Saving children.
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Memphis, TN
The Fitness for a Cure performance team has visited and volunteered at the hospital down in Memphis many times.
The team has built bonds and connections with St. Jude families and hospital workers alike. This continues to the light the fire of those on the team to fight harder and continue their life saving work for the children at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Suport the teams work by making a donation below.
