Our Story - Keeping Steph's Dream Alive
In 2004, my dear friend Stephanie Smith was battling cancer. After months of chemotherapy, she went into remission—but her passion for English football, especially Manchester United, never wavered.
When I discovered she’d never seen her team play live, friends, coworkers, and a generous fan helped make it happen. We flew to England for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Old Trafford, roaring crowds, the pre-match pub buzz. Steph came home radiant, saying it was “one of the best experiences of my life.”
Less than a year later, her cancer returned. Before she passed, her final wish was to have her ashes scattered at Old Trafford—a wish the club graciously helped us fulfill.
That joy and gratitude stayed with me. For Steph’s Sake was born to keep that spirit alive—by giving one deserving football fan each year the same gift Stephanie once received: a dream trip to England to see Liverpool FC play, and in future we will add additional teams. Select the "Nominate" button below to enter a selection process to gift this unique experience to a deserving recipient.
Even if you’re unsure whether someone qualifies — nominate them anyway. Let us decide!
A Dream Football Experience
Honoring Stephanie Smith by gifting a football fan a dream trip to see Liverpool play in England each year.
Mark and Barbara Smith scattering Stephanie's ashes at Old Trafford
In Appreciation
To the following people who have generously contributed toward our launch, and our first Nominee's trip
Mark Adams, Trevor Becker, Terry Fielding, Fleury Fleury, Patrick Freeland, Michael Holmqvist, Thomas Holst, Elias Janetis
Paul Karram, Alexander Karram, Diego Lozano, Arthur Oganesyan, Christopher Peluso, Ian Pina, Stephan Rogers, Daryl Shatto, Grant Van Dijk & Ferris Virani
Voices
What fans say about their dream trips
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In 2026 we will send our first Nominated fan....stay tuned for what they have to say....