Clear your calendars, grab your friends, and sign up for Texas Oncology Foundation Survive & Thrive Conference 2024. If you are a cancer patient, survivor, caregiver, or a healthcare professional, you’re invited to attend. This two-day cancer conference includes workshops and lectures led by local and national experts and opportunities to connect with others whose lives have been affected by cancer.

It’s a terrific opportunity to learn, be inspired, meet new people, and have fun. Held September 28-29 in Georgetown (near Austin), this inspiring event bridges the gap between cancer treatment and survivorship. Come for the day on Saturday or make it a weekend with more activities on Saturday night and Sunday.

Clay Hummer, a participant in the Survive & Thrive Virtual Experience programs, is excited to attend the conference. “There is a lot of good information in the programs, but the main benefit is the community that develops during the seminars. It is always very nice to see that you are not alone in some of your thoughts, feelings, and issues,” said Clay. “I don’t know how many of these I have attended, but they are always packed fresh with new topics and speakers and information.”

Keynote speaker Cindy Trice, a veterinarian, cancer survivor, and co-founder and chief innovation officer for KickIt Pajamas, will share the unexpected silver linings of a cancer diagnosis. Crowd favorite Tamika Felder, cancer survivor and founder and chief visionary for Cervivor, will return as our dynamic emcee. Dr. Kathryn Hudson, director of survivorship at Texas Oncology, will share her perspectives on survivorship.

Clay’s advice?  “Please sign up and show up!”

When Hurricane Beryl hit the Texas Gulf Coast on July 8, its impact was devastating for many, including Texas Oncology employees. Through Texas Oncology Foundation disaster relief grants for Texas Oncology employees, financial grants have helped with expenses caused by the storm and the subsequent power outages. Nearly 70 employees have received assistance after Hurricane Beryl with grants totaling approximately $50,000.

“We are so proud that people from all across Texas Oncology came together to help our fellow employees in their time of need,” said R. Steven Paulson, M.D., president and chairman of the board at Texas Oncology. “Generous donations from Texas Oncology physicians and staff, along with a donation match from Texas Oncology, supported Texas Oncology employees who were directly affected by Hurricane Beryl.”

“This means the world to me. Thank you so much, I cannot describe the impact this will make for me,” said a grateful grant recipient.

The fund was established in 2017 after Hurricane Harvey to help Texas Oncology employees who are impacted by a declared natural disaster.

Here’s your opportunity to have fun and benefit Texas Oncology Foundation this fall. Proceeds support families affected by cancer through financial assistance and survivorship programing in the local communities where each event is held.

Celebrate Life 5K

The Celebrate Life 5K Run and Survivors’ Lap events bring communities together, promote health and wellness and raise funds for cancer patients in that city.

Uncork to Support

Raise a glass with us as we support cancer patients and survivorship programs! Texas Oncology Foundation is hosting Uncork to Support events in Houston and San Antonio this Fall. The events feature tastings of Texas wines, live music, and a silent auction.

12^th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, Run, Ride McAllen

Move in your favorite way – walk, run, or ride a bike – to help raise funds for Texas Oncology Foundation and other local McAllen charities. Options include a 5K run; a 2.5 mile walk; and 20K, 40K, and 100K bike rides.

Mark your calendar and click the links to register:

• Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, Run, Ride McAllen – October 5, 2024
• Celebrate Life 5K Denton – October 19, 2024
• Celebrate Life 5K Webster – October 26, 2024
• Uncork to Support Houston – November 1, 2024
• Uncork to Support San Antonio – November 8, 2024