Car Show Raises Funds for Local Cancer Nonprofit in Indian Wells

The 23rd annual Dr. George Charity Car Show drew thousands of car enthusiasts to support the Desert Cancer Foundation.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Dr. George Charity Car Show returned to the Indian Wells Tennis Garden on Saturday, marking its 23rd year as a Coachella Valley tradition. The event, organized by the Palm Springs Cruisin' Association, raises funds for the Desert Cancer Foundation to help those struggling to pay for cancer treatment in the region. Over $1.5 million has been generated by the car show over the years, with several volunteers at the event facing their own cancer battles.

Why it matters

The car show honors the memory of Dr. Sebastian George, who passed away 25 years ago after treating several members of the car club. The event has grown into a major annual fundraiser that provides critical support for cancer patients in the Coachella Valley, a region that has been impacted by the disease.

The details

About 1,100 show cars were on display for the thousands of spectators who attended the event. Organizers said the car show attracts enthusiasts from far and wide to support the cause. The Desert Cancer Foundation, the beneficiary of the event, said the funds raised go directly to helping those struggling to pay for cancer treatment in the Coachella Valley.

  • The car show took place on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
  • The event kicks off at 9:00 a.m. and closes at 3:00 p.m. annually.

The players

Palm Springs Cruisin' Association

The organization that organizes the Dr. George Charity Car Show.

Desert Cancer Foundation

The nonprofit that receives all proceeds generated by the car show to help cancer patients in the Coachella Valley.

Dr. Sebastian George

The late doctor who was treating several members of the car club before passing away 25 years ago, inspiring the creation of the car show in his memory.

Mark Scheibach

The executive director of the Desert Cancer Foundation.

Ross McMullin

An ambassador for the Palm Springs Cruisin' Association.

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What they’re saying

“We have some volunteers here today who are our clients, who we are helping through their cancer journey. And they love seeing the support that they receive and they like to give back in order to raise more funds for other people.”

— Mark Scheibach, Executive Director, Desert Cancer Foundation (KESQ)

“This is very encouraging and very, very flattering that the people should come from out of the area to support this cause.”

— Ross McMullin, Ambassador, Palm Springs Cruisin' Association (KESQ)

What’s next

The Dr. George Charity Car Show is an annual event, with the next one scheduled for the second week of February 2027.

The takeaway

The Dr. George Charity Car Show is a heartwarming example of how a community can come together to support a meaningful cause. By leveraging their shared passion for cars, the organizers and volunteers have created a beloved annual tradition that has raised over $1.5 million to help cancer patients in the Coachella Valley access the care they need.