Dear Community Partners,

The Pfeffer Derby exists because of you.

Your generosity, enthusiasm, and belief in what this event represents have helped build one of the most joyful, inclusive, and meaningful days in our region. Over the past few years, you’ve sponsored lunches, team t-shirts, medals, prizes, car kits, and more—all so that individuals with disabilities can take part in a one-of-a-kind experience that costs them nothing but gives them everything: pride, connection, and unforgettable memories.

You’ve helped turn a small idea into a growing legacy. What began in our parking lot is now an annual community celebration, attracting hundreds of participants from local schools and day programs across St. Thomas, Elgin County, Simcoe, London, and beyond. And it’s because you said yes.

Thank you for making this event possible, year after year. Your support honors the memory of Ben Pfeffer—whose dream was to create something fun, inclusive, and completely free for the disability community. We are proud to continue that dream, and we are deeply grateful to do it alongside you.

With heartfelt thanks,


The Our Place Respite Team