WHAT IS GCF?
Galaxy Charitable Foundation is an organization created by the Fraternity of Galaxy to serve the Abilene community and show God's love to the people within it. Each year, we raise funds for our annual giving project through two events: Moonie Masters, our alumni golf tournament, and the Kirk Goodwin Run, a 5K race around ACU campus. The funds we raise each year go to our donor-advised fund at the Community Foundation of Abilene where we make grants to local non-profits that support the medical needs of the Abilene community.
About GCF
Kirk Goodwin Run
TBD, 2027
The Kirk Goodwin Run started in 1984. Kirk Goodwin, a member of Galaxy, tragically passed away during his time pledging at ACU. His friends decided to plan an event to raise money for the hospital and burial fees. They developed the Kirk Goodwin 5K, which has continued every year since. This year, we have chosen to partner with and support Brilee Kirk; read more about her story below.
Brilee's Story
Meet Brilee
Brilee is a four-year-old student at Abilene Christian School, and this year she is the beneficiary of our work. Her family’s story began with the words no parent is ever prepared to hear: “Your child has cancer.” Brilee was diagnosed with Stage 4 high-risk neuroblastoma, which began in her adrenal gland and had already spread to her bones, bone marrow, and areas involving the dura. Life quickly became hospital rooms, scans, chemotherapy, and a medical vocabulary no family wants to learn. Through it all, Brilee stayed Brilee: silly, bright, and strong. She kept smiling and playing, and she often showed her family how to take the next step on the days they weren’t sure they could.
After intensive induction chemotherapy, her family received the news they had prayed for: a complete response. Her MIBG scan showed no evidence of disease, her bone marrow was clear, and she reached a Curie score of 0. But with high-risk neuroblastoma, that milestone is not the finish line. Brilee is now entering her second stem cell transplant, which her family hopes will mean her final chemotherapy. Hard days still lie ahead, including recovery, continued treatment, and regular scans, but they are meeting them with faith. Cancer may be part of Brilee’s story, but they believe God is the author of it.
Every dollar raised this year will go directly to supporting Brilee and her family as they face the costs of treatment, travel, and time away from home. Please join us in standing beside them. #BravelikeBrilee 🎗️
There are two ways you can get involved: by donating to Brilee through GCF or by signing up for the race!
Moonie Masters
September 25th, 2026
The Moonie Masters Charity Golf Tournament started in 2023. Moonie Masters originally started as a rush event but then evolved into a charity event that helps fund the annual donation project of the Fraternity of Galaxy. In the first year, we put the money towards a new memorial plaque for Corbin Stiefer. Read more about Corbin and his life below.
Corbin Stiefer's Story
Corbin Stiefer was known for his joyful spirit and his love of singing. He was a member of Galaxy (pledge class of 2018) and served as club historian his junior year. He enjoyed participating in the ACU freshman singing group Foundation, Sing Song, Study Abroad, and ACU Student Government Association. Corbin passed away in January of 2021 and is loved and missed by many.
Sign up for the tournament or donate to GCF.