Our team works to carry on the Starr family’s legacy of leadership, generosity, and kindness.  
We are committed to success and raising funds to support childhood cancer research and treatment efforts so kids no longer have to compete against cancer.

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  • Bart was born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama. He attended Sidney Lanier High School and tried out for the football team in his sophomore year. After two weeks, he decided to quit. His father, a labor foreman and Master Sergeant in the Air Force, gave him the option of playing football or working in the family garden. Bart chose football.

    He went on to play for the University of Alabama and was drafted by the Green Bay Packers during the 17th round in 1956. He played 16 years for the Packers and won five NFL Championships, including the first two Super Bowls, under the leadership of Coach Vince Lombardi. While he was named Super Bowl MVP in 1967 and 1968 and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977, he is remembered by his perseverance, character, and leadership.

  • Cherry and Bart were high school sweethearts who attended Montgomery’s Sidney Lanier High School. She attended Auburn University and eloped with Bart in 1954.

    After Bart was drafted by the Green Bay Packers, the two moved to Green Bay, WI and had two children, Bart Starr Jr. and Brett. Brett passed away unexpectedly when he was just 24 years old.

    Cherry’s love of family and friends, faith, and strong will has not only helped her survive hardships over the years, but thrive.

    During her time in Green Bay, Cherry, along with Bart, tirelessly served as Honorary Chairpersons of the Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation’s Golf Classic for 44 years before moving back home to Alabama and starting the Starr Children’s Fund in 2017.

  • Shannon Starr is the eldest granddaughter of the late Bart and Cherry Starr. Born in Birmingham, AL Shannon was raised in a loving and supportive household surrounded by the deep love her grandparents had for each other. She grew up going to Packers games and spent lots of time with her grandparents at their home in Hoover. After graduation from high school, Shannon pursued a degree in Mass Communications from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

    Shannon became passionate about helping children receive the best possible medical care after her first-born child suffered a lengthy stay in a Florida hospital at the end of 2016. She is committed to helping all families receive superior quality of care during their stay for pediatric oncology treatments through Starr Children’s Fund.

    Faith, family and living a healthy lifestyle are the top priorities in Shannon’s life. She enjoys traveling, sports and cooking with her family. Shannon is very excited about this partnership with Children’s Hospital and is looking forward to working with many families in need.

  • Executive Assistant to the Starr Family
    Starr Enterprises

    Leigh Ann lives in Birmingham, Alabama with her husband and their two sons. She has assisted the Starr family with their business, personal and philanthropic endeavors since 2000. She feels extremely fortunate to have spent her entire career with the Starrs because of the incredible opportunities and many meaningful relationships that have developed as a result.

    Faith and love of family are two qualities that she believes have been most instrumental in preparing her for her role as a member of the Starr team. Her personal experiences assisting the Starr family have taught her so much about resilience, compassion, and hope. She shares their passion for service and a commitment to God, family, and others.

    Leigh Ann is enthusiastic and grateful to serve on the Starr Fund for Pediatric Cancer Fellowship committee. She stands with all of her loved ones who have endured the diagnosis of pediatric cancer. Gaining this expertise will be a huge win for every child and family in Alabama because cancer truly affects everyone.