LifeGift’s NEW HopeFest in Lubbock!

Join us for LifeGift’s brand-new HopeFest—a special, public event being held on Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 10 am to 2 pm at Texas Tech University’s Recreational Softball Fields, celebrating the gift of life and honoring organ, eye and tissue donors, recipients, donor families and our hospital partners in LifeGift’s West region. This fun-filled day will bring the community together through activities, remembrance and awareness.

Enjoy an exciting softball showdown between the University Medical Center and Covenant Hospital, where trophies will be awarded for the winning team, best team name and best uniform. Explore the Honor Path, a heartfelt tribute created by donor families, and take part in activities like a photo booth, face painting, craft-making and music from a live DJ.

Vitalant will have a mobile blood donation unit on-site. All blood donors will receive a special thank-you gift! To learn more and schedule your appointment in advance, click here.

Indulge in ballpark favorites from food trucks, including hot dogs, burgers, nachos and snow cones. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to celebrate, remember and raise awareness.

Book your stay at Staybridge Suites at the special rate of $107 per night for Friday, August 8th, and Saturday, August 9th. Conveniently located near the HopeFest venue, Staybridge Suites offers comfortable accommodations with full kitchens and complimentary breakfast. To secure this discounted rate, reservations must be made by July 25th. Click here to reserve your room.

For more information and to register, click here.

For sponsorship package details, click here.

If you have questions, contact Barbara VerWey at bverwey@lifegift.org.