Bottoms Up Invitational
The Bottoms Up® Invitational, presented by Craig Melvin and Lindsay Czarniak, benefits the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. The event honors Craig's brother, Lawrence Meadows.
Presented by Craig Melvin and Lindsay Czarniak
Craig and Lindsay are delighted to host The Bottoms Up Invitational again to benefit the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. In addition to being an anchor for NBC News and a co-host of The Today Show, Craig proudly sits on the Alliance’s Board of Directors. Craig lost his brother, Lawrence Meadows, to colon cancer at just 43 years old.
This golf tournament is a way to honor Lawrence and advance the Alliance’s cause. We can get more people screened, help patients navigate treatment, and fund innovative research to end this disease once and for all. We’re looking forward to our next outing of connecting with friends old and new.
2026 Event information
Date: September 13-14, 2026
Sunday Concert
Start Time: 5 PM
Attire: Concert casual
Monday Celebrity Golf Invitational
Location: Shorehaven Golf Club
14 Canfield Ave
Norwalk, CT 06855
Register or sign up today to sponsor the Bottoms Up Invitational. For more information on specific sponsorship opportunities, contact Kristen Cagadas, Regional Director of Community Fundraising - Midwest, at kcagadas@ccalliance.org.
Evening festivities include food and an open bar, celebrity mingling, a live auction, a star-studded concert, and an after-party!
Previous Performers included:
- Members of Hootie & The Blowfish
- The Blind Boys of Alabama
- Chris Barron (Spin Doctors)
- Ray Boudreaux (The Voice)
- Kristian Bush (Sugarland)
- Javier Colon (The Voice)
- Drew Copeland (Sister Hazel)
- Branford Marsalis (Saxophonist and Composer)
- Edwin McCain (Singer, Songwriter & Guitarist)
- Preston Pohl (The Voice)
- MC Serch
- Lisa Velez (Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam)
...and more!
Celebrity Golf Invitational
Registered golfers enjoy a day on the course alongside several celebrity guests.
Previous Golfers included:
- Chris Barron (Spin Doctors)
- Ray Boudreaux (The Voice)
- Javier Colon (The Voice)
- Tyrone Corbin (NBA)
- Carson Daly (TV Host & Producer)
- Dylan Dreyer (TV Host & Meteorologist)
- Michael Eaves (ESPN)
- Alex English (NBA)
- Willie Geist (Sunday TODAY)
- Branford Marsalis (Saxophonist and Composer)
- Edwin McCain (Singer, Songwriter & Guitarist)
- Maury Povich
- Stephanie Szostak (Actress)
- Rutledge Wood (TV Host & Analyst)
...and more!
Sponsorship opportunities
Are you interested in making a deeper impact through event sponsorship? Event sponsorship can provide increased brand awareness, access to a focused audience and demonstrate brand values. Contact Kristen Cagadas, Regional Director of Community Fundraising - Midwest, at kcagadas@ccalliance.org with any questions.
Our 2025 Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors who help make the Bottoms Up Invitational possible!
Silver Sponsor
Event Sponsors
Foursome Sponsors
Hole Sponsor
Individual Sponsors
Experience the Bottoms Up Invitational: Last Year's Highlights
Take a look at the unforgettable moments from last year’s event! Get a glimpse of the excitement, the energy, and the fun — and see what’s in store for you this year.
Contact us today
Want to learn more about the Bottoms Up Invitational? Click below to contact Kristen Cagadas, Regional Director of Community Fundraising - Midwest, with any questions or inquiries.
BOTTOMS UP is a registered trademark of the Bottoms Up Organization and is used by the Colorectal Cancer Alliance under license.
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