OUR MISSION
Hope Hits Harder is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children diagnosed with cancer in the San Antonio area.
WHO WE ARE
In 1997, my 33-year-old wife was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. I felt so helpless and out of control of the situation, as any husband does when he cannot “fix” what is happening to his wife. At the time, my daughter had just turned three, and the prospect of her not having a mom, and of me having to raise her on my own, were both sobering and frightening. I wanted to do something – anything – to help others in the same situation and give them hope.
One thing I did have, was friends. So in 1998, I put together a group of golfers, and the first “Teed Off at Cancer” golf tournament was held.
This group has grown to include not only friends but business associates and supporters. What started out as a small golf tournament has grown into one of the largest charity events in the city. With the money that we raise, we are proud to support The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio, Methodist Children’s Hospital, and University Hospital. As our mission evolved, so did our name. Formerly Teed Off at Cancer, Hope Hits Harder aims to provide immediate hope and comfort to children battling cancer and their families. CANCER HITS HARD, BUT HOPE HITS HARDER.
FOUNDER & PRESIDENT
TOM "TBONE" BOUNDS
WHAT WE DO
Our goal is to take a portion of the immediate burden off of the shoulders of the families that have just found out that their child has cancer. Many of these families have little or no insurance, some are from out of town, and some must give up their jobs to stay at the hospital with their child. We want to give them a little HOPE that people care, and that help is available.
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
& EVENTS
JACQUELINE KOLSKI
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Sun, Mar 24SeaWorld San AntonioMar 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMSeaWorld San Antonio, SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251, USAA day full of fun at SeaWorld San Antonio for kids with cancer and their families!
- Sun, Feb 11San AntonioFeb 11, 2024, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PMSan Antonio, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209, USAJoin us for Black Tie Affairs Catering & Hope Hits Harder's Super Bowl Bash watch party!
- Wed, Dec 06San AntonioDec 06, 2023, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMSan Antonio, 1806 N 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78248, USAJoin us for Hope Hits Harder's 10th Annual Toy Drive!
- Sat, Oct 07San AntonioOct 07, 2023, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PMSan Antonio, 9800 Hyatt Resort Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251, USADon't be late for this very important date! Help us celebrate 25 years at our Alice in Wonderland themed gala, Hope Through the Looking Glass.
- Sun, Mar 26SeaWorld San AntonioMar 26, 2023, 9:30 AM – 6:00 PMSeaWorld San Antonio, SeaWorld Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251, USA
- Tue, Feb 14San AntonioFeb 14, 2023, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMSan Antonio, 5215 UTSA Boulevard, San Antonio, TX 78249, USASearching for a fun Valentine's Day date for you and your sweetie? Look no further!
- Wed, Nov 30Cover 3Nov 30, 2022, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMCover 3, 1806 N 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78248, USASleigh it ain't so! Hope Hits Harder's 9th Annual Toy Drive is right around the corner. Join us at Cover 3 San Antonio on Wednesday, November 30th from 5 pm - 8 pm. Bring an unwrapped toy for a child of any age (gift cards welcome) and your first cocktail & snacks are on us!
- Fri, Oct 07Hyatt Regency Hill Country ResortOct 07, 2022, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PMHyatt Regency Hill Country Resort , 9800 Hyatt Resort Dr, San Antonio, TX 78251, USAGet ready for a swashbucklin' night at Hope on the High Seas! X marks the spot (on your calendars) for Friday, October 7th at The Hyatt Hill Country Resort. A Treasure Island themed party that'll be sure to shiver your timbers.
- Sun, Sep 25Cover 3 San AntonioSep 25, 2022, 5:00 PMCover 3 San AntonioLet's party! Join us at Cover-3 San Antonio to help us celebrate our founder, Tbone.
GET INVOLVED
Support Hope Hits Harder today! Your donation can help us provide essential support to children affected by cancer.
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$10 donation – parking for a day
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$25 donation – meal vouchers for a family member for a day
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$50 donation – fuel cost for transportation for a week
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$150 donation – teen bag
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$250 donation – HOPE Bag
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$1,300 donation – fund a camper to go to Camp Discovery