Audacy, Cubs, Stand Up To Cancer will team up to host Cubs for a Cure fundraiser to raise money for cancer research

(670 The Score) Audacy, the Chicago Cubs, Stand Up To Cancer and American Airlines will team up to host Cubs for a Cure, a multiday fundraising effort dedicated to raising funds for cancer research.

The event will be held Aug. 15-17. It will begin with 670 The Score hosting a 24-hour radiothon that will begin at 10 a.m. on Aug. 15 and last until 10 a.m. on Aug. 16. Score afternoon host Danny Parkins will host the 24-hour radiothon, during which listeners can donate to the cause with 100% of the proceeds benefitting cancer research. Cubs players and other VIP guests will take part in the radiothon.

“It’s an honor to host a 24-hour radiothon in partnership with the Cubs,” Parkins said. “Fundraising for cancer research is a passion of mine as a tribute to my brother Brad, who passed away from brain cancer. I look forward to raising money in his honor and for everyone who faces this terrible disease.”

The event will culminate with the Cubs hosting the Blue Jays on Aug. 17 at Wrigley Field. On that day, fans can enjoy activities at Gallagher Way with various opportunities to donate before entering the ballpark. A Stand Up To Cancer placard moment will take place during the game, where fans can hold up a placard in recognition of those affected by cancer.

“Cubs for a Cure is the evolution of an event we held last year in honor of Lin Brehmer, who passed away from cancer,” Cubs president of business operations Crane Kenney said. “Unfortunately, Lin's story is all too common. We all know someone who has been impacted by cancer, so together with our friends at Audacy, Stand Up To Cancer and American Airlines, the Cubs are committed to doing our part. We hope fans join us for Cubs for a Cure and  help raise funds to fight this devastating disease.”

"The goal is to raise as much money as possible for research and to find a cure,” 670 The Score vice president of programming Mitch Rosen said. “To partner with an iconic organization like the Cubs,  in conjunction with the power of The Score’s audience, should make Cubs for a Cure a great success.”

Cubs Charities will host a special 50/50 raffle with a $50,000 guaranteed jackpot when the Cubs take on the Blue Jays from Aug. 16-18. For the three-game series, fans in Illinois will be able to purchase Cubs Charities 50/50 raffle tickets online starting at 10 a.m. on Aug. 16 until the end of the game on Aug. 18. One lucky winner will be selected at the end of Sunday’s game and will receive half of the jackpot total with the other half of the proceeds benefiting cancer research and Cubs Charities.

In addition, Cubs Authentics auctions will host an online auction  from Aug. 11-17 in which fans can bid on game-used gear. All proceeds from the online auction will be donated to cancer non-profits. More information on the online auction will be provided closer to the event date.