Duty Free Americas Raises $1 Million for Cancer Research at Annual Golf Tournament

The travel retailer's 11th annual charity event supports the Dolphins Cancer Challenge and Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Duty Free Americas (DFA) hosted its 11th annual Charity Golf Tournament on February 5th in Miami, raising $1 million in support of the Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC) and cancer research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. The event gathered hundreds of people from the global travel retail community and featured a golf tournament, tennis tournament, and evening reception. DFA CEO Jerome Falic expressed gratitude for the community's continued support, noting that the funds raised will make a real difference in the fight against cancer.

Why it matters

The Dolphins Cancer Challenge is on track to surpass $100 million in total funds raised, a remarkable milestone that will advance critical cancer research. DFA's long-term partnership with the DCC and commitment of $1 million demonstrates the travel retail industry's dedication to supporting local cancer initiatives and making a tangible impact on cancer treatment and prevention.

The details

The 2026 tournament introduced new experiential elements, including branded bars by Moët Hennessy and Pernod Ricard, curated photo moments, and an energetic program hosted by MC Dale McLean. DFA also shared its future vision, highlighting upcoming projects and new initiatives. The Miami Dolphins football team amplified the impact by matching all funds raised, dollar for dollar.

  • The 11th annual Duty Free Americas Charity Golf Tournament was held on February 5, 2026.
  • The Dolphins Cancer Challenge is on track to surpass $100 million in total funds raised this year.

The players

Duty Free Americas

A travel retailer that hosted the annual charity golf tournament to raise funds for cancer research.

Jerome Falic

The CEO of Duty Free Americas and Principal of the Falic Family Foundation.

Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC)

The Miami Dolphins Foundation's flagship health initiative and the largest fundraising event in the NFL, which has raised nearly $100 million for cancer research.

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

The cancer research center that will receive the funds raised by the Duty Free Americas Charity Golf Tournament.

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What they’re saying

“The continued support of the global travel retail community is truly inspiring and this year we were able to raise US$1 million collectively to support life-saving cancer research.”

— Jerome Falic, CEO of Duty Free Americas and Principal of the Falic Family Foundation

What’s next

The Dolphins Cancer Challenge is on track to surpass $100 million in total funds raised this year, a truly remarkable milestone that will make a real difference in the fight against cancer.

The takeaway

The Duty Free Americas Charity Golf Tournament demonstrates the travel retail industry's commitment to supporting local cancer initiatives and making a tangible impact on cancer treatment and prevention. The $1 million raised will advance critical cancer research at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, highlighting the power of community-driven fundraising efforts.