Pickleball for a Purpose
Join us for the upcoming Donna Goodfellow CTC Open Pickleball Event, benefiting West Cancer Foundation, on Saturday, February 28. The event is hosted by Courage Thru Cancer and will be held at Pickleball 901 at 4610 Merchants Park Cir Suite 501 in Collierville.
This fun, community-focused event brings pickleball players together in support of cancer patients and families in need. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just picking up a paddle, come out, compete, and help raise funds that make a real difference. We hope to see you there!
Fighting Fires and Cancer: Memphis Fire Fighters Association Shows What Heroes Really Look Like
Memphis Fire Fighters Association (MFFA) presented a check for $25,500 to West Cancer Foundation from their annual Breast Cancer Awareness t-shirt sales during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. Over the years, MFFA has donated more than $330,000 to the Foundation from their breast cancer awareness campaigns and outreach throughout the community. Thank you to these heroes who work tirelessly not only to keep us safe but also to raise funds for free cancer services for those in need.
Care You Can Count On, When You Need it Most
When someone is facing cancer, access to timely, compassionate support can make all the difference. For patients like Deressa, West Cancer Foundation is there when it matters most—providing critical services that remove barriers to care and ease the financial and emotional burden of a cancer diagnosis.
From counseling and transportation, to screenings and more our team works quickly and relentlessly to ensure patients and families are never navigating cancer alone. Stories like Deressa’s remind us why this work matters—and how your support helps make lifesaving care accessible to those who need it most.
Bernie Crook Distinguished Visiting Professorship in Oncology Nursing
Calling oncology professionals to join us on February 2 for the annual Bernie Crook Distinguished Visiting Professorship in Oncology Nursing, sponsored by the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing with grant funding provided by West Cancer Foundation.
This year’s event features Assistant Professor Stacy R. Stanifer, PhD, APRN, AOCNS from the University of Kentucky whose topic is: Harnessing Community Partnerships and Citizen Science to Tackle Environmental Drivers of Cancer. This is an important and timely discussion for our community and the oncology doctors, nurses and caregivers who are saving lives every day. The event will take place at the FedEx Event Center at 415 Great View Drive East starting at 5pm.
West Fight On Save the Date: September 12, 2026
Lace up, start training, and get your bikes ready for a day that celebrates survivors, honors loved ones, and brings our community together—West Fight On! Memphis’ largest cancer survivor celebration and fundraising event returns to Shelby Farms this year with cyclists, runners, walkers, and families united by hope and purpose.
With more than 1,800 participants and volunteers, West Fight On offers corporate partners meaningful brand visibility, stronger employee engagement, and the opportunity to support life-saving cancer services across the Mid-South. Secure your sponsorship early—connect with Stephanie Douglas to learn more about sponsorship opportunities at sdouglas@westcancerfoundation.org or 901-493-7907.
Welcome to the Team!
We are excited to welcome three new members to the West Cancer Foundation team: Tonya Gill, Programs Assistant, Nestor Avila, Development Coordinator, and Meleiah Tyus, Manager of Development. Their talent and passion will support our mission as we continue to provide critical, life-saving cancer support services to the Mid-South.
Here’s to the dedicated people behind our programs and the community and donors that keep us moving forward. Please join us in welcoming them to the team!
Our Mission
West Cancer Foundation’s mission is to break through barriers to cancer care and improve patient outcomes by providing accessible patient resources, early detection and education, and community-based research.
