As another Hawkeye football season comes to a close, we're taking a moment to reflect on what has truly been an unforgettable year—not just on the field, but in our community. The 2025 season marked the first full season of the newly established Rose Club Foundation, and thanks to the incredible generosity of our members, sponsors, and fellow Hawkeye fans, it exceeded every expectation. Together, we proved that tailgating can be about much more than football—it can be a force

November 22, 2025 | Toys for Tots & Scouting America | Total Raised: $2,000 Our final home tailgate of the season on November 22 was the perfect way to celebrate another unforgettable year of Hawkeye football. As Iowa hosted Michigan State on Senior Day, The Rose Club gathered for our annual Holiday Celebration, combining Thanksgiving, Christmas, Festivus, and even National Potato Week into one festive day filled with laughter, great food, and holiday cheer. This yea

November 8, 2025 | Willis Dady Homeless Shelter | Total Raised: $1,100 Our Mardi Gras on Melrose tailgate on November 8 was one for the books as the Hawkeyes welcomed Oregon to Kinnick Stadium for the first time. Guests filled Melrose Avenue with beads, masks, festive attire, and Cajun-inspired food, creating a celebration worthy of New Orleans while proudly cheering on the Hawkeyes. As part of the Military Appreciation Game, we took time to recognize and thank all w

October 25, 2025 | Ronald McDonald House | Total Raised: $2,200 Our Italian Mafia & Prohibition tailgate on October 25 brought a little old-school flair to Melrose as the Hawkeyes took on Minnesota. Guests embraced the theme with vintage attire, Italian-inspired décor, and a menu full of delicious favorites, making it one of the season's most memorable tailgates. This game day, however, was about more than great food and football. The "Rose Club Family" was on a miss

October 18, 2025 | Team Breast Friends | Total Raised: $3,900 Our annual Hawktoberfest tailgate on October 18, 2025, was one of the most meaningful traditions of the season. As the Hawkeyes faced Penn State, we added a pink twist to our Oktoberfest celebration by partnering with Team Breast Friends, an incredible Iowa City organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by breast cancer. Guests enjoyed all the Hawktoberfest favorites—including b

September 27, 2025 | Iowa City Shelter House | Total Raised: $1,800 Our Kentucky Derby–themed tailgate on September 27, 2025 was a memorable Homecoming celebration filled with friendly competition, festive attire, and an incredible spirit of generosity. While guests enjoyed Derby-inspired fun, horse race games, and great company before the Hawkeyes took the field, the day's true victory was the impact we made together for the Iowa City Shelter House. Thanks to the ge

September 13, 2025 | Why We Wave Foundation | Total Raised: $2,600 Our September 13th tailgate ahead of the UMass game was about so much more than football—it was about community, generosity, and honoring families affected by pediatric cancer. The Rose Club Foundation partnered with the Why We Wave Foundation for a second year, and together we created a day full of memories and impact. Thanks to the incredible support from our members, the raffle alone raised $1,600,

August 30, 2025 | Langland Be a Light Foundation | Total Raised: $800 The Rose Club Foundation officially launched another season of Next Level Tailgating on August 30 as the Hawkeyes welcomed Albany to Kinnick Stadium. While opening day is always filled with excitement, this year's first tailgate also marked the beginning of another season dedicated to giving back to our community. Our featured charity was the Langland Family Be a Light Foundation, created to honor th

We have completed the first official Rose Club event of 2025. On April 26th, we hosted the 2nd annual baseball fundraiser, hosted about...

In the fall of 2024, The Rose Club Foundation partnered with the Why We Wave Foundation, which supports families affected by pediatric cancer and celebrates the tradition of waving to the children at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.