NREF Events
The NREF has been hard at work, and we look forward to sharing our progress and plans for the future with donors, collaborating organizations and industry partners when we can safely gather together again. We hope to see you soon!
Upcoming Events
Van Wagenen Hockey Tournament
Join us for the 4th Annual Van Wagenen Hockey Tournament January 30-31, 2027 in Minneapolis, MN. Hosted by the former Van Wagenen fellows, the event will feature neurosurgery friends and colleagues from across North America competing for the championship title. Net proceeds from the event support the Van Wagenen Fellowship program.
Charity Softball Tournament
Save the Date! The 22nd Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament, hosted by Columbia University, will be held June 5, 2027 in New York City’s Central Park. Proceeds benefit neurosurgery research programs through NREF.
AANS Annual
Scientific Meeting
Save the Date for the 2027 AANS Annual Scientific Meeting in San Diego, California, April 9-12, 2027. Meet with the NREF team to learn about the Foundation’s courses, grants and fellowship programs.
Support nine of your colleagues as they take on the Head of the Charles! All dollars raised will support brain tumor research in Memory of Dr. Andy Foy. Click here to learn more
Past Events
Charity Volleyball Tournament
Save the Date! The UCLA Charity Volleyball Tournament will be held Saturday, October 3, 2026. Proceeds benefit research programs through NREF. Register now
Regis Haid Leadership Symposium
Join NREF in San Antonio for the Regis Haid Leadership Symposium – an opportunity to learn from leading experts that contribute directly to meaningful progress in neurosurgery. Donations will benefit the NREF, advancing the emerging needs of the neurosurgical field.
AANS Annual
Scientific Meeting
Visit the NREF team at the 2026 AANS Annual Scientific Meeting in San Antonio, Texas, May 1-4, 2026 to learn about the Foundation’s courses, grants and fellowship programs. While there, make a donation in the Cushing Bowl. All proceeds benefit NREF programs.