Bowl-a-Thon 2026

Striking It Up for Fragile X at the Annual Xtraordinary Fragile X Bowl-a-Thon!

On July 12, 2026 the NC Fragile X Foundation brought our community together for our Annual Fragile X Bowl-a-Thon at Clayton Rainbow Lanes as part of our National Fragile X Awareness celebrations. It was a day filled with laughter, friendly competition, fellowship, and plenty of strikes and spares amongst our 94 bowlers!

Steve Strom presents the 2026 Top Bowler Trophy to Chris Hickman.

Representative Donna White (center) accepts a 2026 Bowl-a-Thon T-shirt from Tom Miller and NCFXF President Brittney Miller.

NCFXF President Brittney Miller awards the 50/50 raffle winnings to Rosalie McCuddy.

We were especially honored to welcome Representative Donna White, who joined us to show her support for the Fragile X community. Having elected leaders stand alongside families and advocates helps raise awareness and reminds our community that our voices matter.

The event was made even more special thanks to the incredible generosity of Jennifer Keith, who helped transform the bowling alley with beautiful balloons and decorations and provided refreshments and cakes that made the celebration even sweeter. Her thoughtfulness and generosity helped create a fun and welcoming atmosphere for everyone who attended.

Thanks to the bowlers in lane 2 from the McCarthy Adams family and the Keen Family

Thanks to the bowlers, Caroline Dempsey, John Mitterling, and Pam Dempsey who came to bowl again this year because they had such a great time last year.

Most importantly, the Bowl-a-Thon helps make our work possible. The $9,400 raised will allow the NC Fragile X Foundation to continue providing vital support to families, including helping families attend the NC Fragile X Conference and providing education, resources, and outreach to individuals and families who are just beginning their Fragile X journey.

A heartfelt thank you to every volunteer, bowler, planner, donor, supporter, and family who helped make this event a success. Events like this don't happen without the dedication and generosity of our community, and we are incredibly grateful for everyone who gave their time, energy, and support.

Representative Donna White with Damien Dowdy at the 2026 Bowl-a-Thon

Thanks to the Tamura and Macpherson Families for another year. Alex Macpherson (2nd from right) was the 2025 Top Bowler.

Thanks to the Iaconis family who joined the Bowl-a-Thon for their second year at our event!

There is something special about watching our Fragile X community come together – not just to raise funds, but to share stories, laugh, cheer each other on, and simply enjoy being together. The Bowl-a-Thon was a wonderful reminder that we are stronger together.

Thank you for helping us keep the momentum going and for continuing to make a difference for Fragile X families across North Carolina!

We’re already looking forward to next year! Click here to view all the photos from the event.