The 26th Annual Go Pink for a Cure was held in June at the Mount Vernon Country Club. More than 100 participants gathered in their assorted pinks to pay tribute to all those affected by breast cancer.

Through donations, golfer foursomes, table games and themed raffle baskets, Go Pink 2024 raised $41,000 in net proceeds to support local patients (based on eligibility criteria) of the Center for Cancer Care at Knox Community Hospital (KCH).

Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed among women in the United States, which makes breast cancer prevention and treatment, as well as breast health awareness, critical for our local community.

“It was a wonderful day of fun and great fellowship while all working toward the single goal of financially supporting women’s breast health through the Foundation for Knox Community Hospital,” said Barbara Barry, Go Pink Chair. “Our total not only reflects the monies raised the day of the event but the continued generosity of the individuals and businesses in Knox County.”

After the golf and table games were finished, the program continued with a luncheon and speeches saluting breast cancer survivors. This year’s honoree was Teresa York, who stated that she was “surprised and speechless.”

Bruce D. White, president and CEO of the hospital, acknowledged the committee's and everyone's hard work for the annual event. The generous funds raised by Go Pink provide much-needed support to prevent and treat breast cancer in Knox County.