Babbo Italian Eatery Dedicates Day of Giving to Pancreatic Cancer Research. Fundraising For A Cure Since 2022
Day of Giving | February 25, 2026
Mark your calendar and dine with purpose on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
On this special day, simply eat at any of the seven Valley-wide Babbo Italian Eatery
locations (find one now) and 100% of the profits will be donated to the Seena Magowitz Foundation in support of pancreatic cancer patients and families.
Can’t dine in? You can still make an impact by placing a take-out or catering order, or
by purchasing a gift card online—all count toward the Day of Giving.
Every dollar counts in advancing research & providing hope to patients.
Baseball for Babbo Online Raffle
Support the cause by purchasing raffle tickets or bidding in our online auction. Incredible prizes include signed baseballs from MLB legends like Willie Mays, Trevor Hoffman, and Randy Johnson, plus unforgettable experiences: from concerts and baseball games to a once-in-a-lifetime shooting range experience with a Navy SEAL. Don’t miss out, check them out and place your bids today!
Order Babbo Online Feb. 25, 2026
Order from any of the seven valley locations on the Day of Giving. 100% of profits to benefit the Seena Magowitz Foundation and HonorHealth Research Institute for pancreatic cancer research and patient programs.
Join us and Donate to the Cause
Why We Give
Our Day of Giving event, Baseball for Babbo, honors the legacy of our founder, Ken Pollack, a passionate baseball fan who lost his battle with pancreatic cancer in 2022. Ken believed, "If you give you will get, and if you get you should give," a philosophy we continue to live by.
Our Commitment: 100% of your donations go directly to pancreatic cancer research.
Prefer to donate by check? Download our PDF form, mail it to: PO Box 4119, Arlington, VA 22204
The Seena Magowitz Foundation is recognized as a tax-exempt charitable organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Fed ID: 20-4751072
In memory of Ken Pollack become a sponsor today.
Become a sponsor of Babbo Italian Eatery’s Baseball for Babbo Day of Giving and help make a meaningful impact in the fight against pancreatic cancer. Sponsorship support directly benefits the Seena Magowitz Foundation and groundbreaking research at HonorHealth Research Institute, advancing early detection, innovative treatments, and hope for patients and families. Sponsors receive recognition as part of a community-driven event that has raised more than $626,000 to date:
• Feature on Event Website: Dedicated sponsor section with logo, link, and brand message on the campaign landing pages.
• Social Media Inclusion: Included in a sponsor spotlight post leading up to and after the event.
• Verbal Acknowledgment: Mention during any speeches, announcements, or event programming as well as any press coverage.
“My dad believed deeply in the importance of giving back and creating a cycle of generosity,” said Taylor Schultz, Pollack’s daughter and marketing director at Babbo Italian Eatery. “Our annual Day of Giving is a meaningful way for us to carry forward his legacy and uphold the values he instilled in all of us.”💜
Taylor Schultz (daughter), Charlotte Pollack (wife)