40 Years of Research

Join us for a year of inspiring events, innovation, and hope as we honor four decades of collaboration and progress

Rock the Ruby

Celebrating 40 Years of Breakthroughs

In 2025, the Forbeck Foundation proudly marks 40 years of advancing cancer research — a milestone marked by the ruby, the traditional gemstone of a 40th anniversary. Join us for Rock the Ruby, an unforgettable evening honoring four decades of collaboration, innovation, and hope.

This celebration will be held in conjunction with our signature event, the Blue Jean Ball, on Saturday, October 4 at the Lake Geneva Country Club. The evening will feature inspiring speakers, interactive activities, and heartfelt tributes—all dedicated to the lives touched and progress made through the Foundation.

Event Informaton

  • Saturday, October 4, 2025
  • Lake Geneva Country Club (W3398 S Lake Shore Dr, Lake Geneva, WI 53147)
  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM VIP Reception
  • 6:00 PM Celebration Begins

Event Highlights

  • Special tributes marking 40 years of impact
  • Powerful stories and insights from Forbeck Scholars
  • Meaningful opportunities to connect and celebrate
  • Fundraising activities to support our mission 40 more years and beyond
Rock the Ruby Save the Date

Be part of this milestone moment. Save the date — and share it with friends, family, and fellow supporters. Visit our events page for updates on all our events and check back in July on how you can join us for Rock the Ruby. It will be a night of legacy, inspiration, and hope for the future.

What Makes Us Different:
Our Forbeck Cancer Forums:
  • Bring together an elite, intimate group of cross disciplinary cancer scientists and researchers from around the world
  • Focus on the most pressing, cutting-edge topics strategically selected by our distinguished Scientific Advisory Board
  • Possess a unique, streamlined format that allows participants to present up to five slides of unpublished data about their latest laboratory discoveries
  • Promote open communication and the cross fertilization of ideas
  • A meeting format unlike any other in the field, directly fostering scientific collaboration