"That response is the reason why I go," Rizzo said. "That's what this foundation is all about."
On Nov. 15, it was Addie's chance to give back as she took part in Rizzo's "Walk-Off for Cancer" in his hometown. The first 5K walk in 2012 was the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation's inaugural charity event, and it hoped to raise $30,000. They were overwhelmed when the total was $100,000 in donations. This year's walk collected $215,000 and pushed the total money raised by the Rizzo foundation to more than $1 million.
Since Rizzo's first walk, he's added a "Laugh Off for Cancer" comedy event and a "Cook Off for Cancer" fundraiser, both held in Chicago.