Imagine More Dinner

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | Discovery World

Imagine More

A nationally recognized philanthropic event, the Imagine More Dinner gives us the chance to share the hope that novel research and innovative treatment brings to those facing the challenges of diseases, disorders, and injury to the nervous system.

The Imagine More Dinner is a catalyst for change. Proceeds from this event will directly support the Neuroscience Research Center, contributing to their pioneering advancements in neuroscience research. By participating, you're not just attending a dinner; you're becoming part of a movement to forge a brighter tomorrow.

Join us in 2026!

Registration for the 2026 Imagine More Dinner is now open!

Click the link below to visit our event platform and purchase a sponsorship or individual ticket for the 2026 Imagine More Dinner.

We are looking forward to an evening celebrating novel research and innovative treatments that bring hope to those facing diseases, disorders, and injuries to the nervous system.

Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?

The Imagine More Dinner inspires all of us to envision a world without the debilitating effects of stroke, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, mental illness and other conditions that impact patients and families.

Please contact Sharon Rise at srise@mcw.edu with any sponsorship inquiries or event questions.

Neuro Hero Award

Presented at the Imagine More Dinner, the NRC Board selects an individual or organization for outstanding commitment to Neuroscience Research.

Learn more about the 2026 awardee

Thank You to Our 2026 Event Chairs

Mary and Tedd Kellner

About the Neuroscience Research Center

The Medical College of Wisconsin's Neuroscience Research Center was founded in 2010 with the goal of enhancing neuroscience research at the Medical College of Wisconsin. The Center's overarching goal is to use a team approach to tackle neurological and psychiatric disorders.

Philanthropy plays an important role in advancing the work of the Neuroscience Center and the patients who receive its benefits. Your gift will support research that moves us one step closer to understanding complex and devastating brain disorders such as Alzheimer's and dementia, Parkinson's disease, ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease), multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and schizophrenia, among others.

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