At the heart of Memphis beats a spirit of faith, compassion and resilience—and few embody that more deeply than Pastor Dianne Young. Born and raised in South Memphis, Pastor Young is a woman whose life journey has woven together ministry, mental health advocacy and personal loss into a powerful voice for healing and hope. She […]
On Saturday, September 6th, thousands will gather at Shelby Farms Park for the 13th annual West Fight On—Memphis’ largest cancer survivor celebration. At the heart of this event—the largest fundraiser for West Cancer Foundation—are two people with a lot of heart and a lot of energy to bring the event to life. Meet Richard Murphy […]
It all began on a gloomy, rainy day in the fall of 2012—when two dedicated oncologists, Dr. Brad Somer and Dr. Todd Tillmanns, sparked an idea that would ignite a movement. What started as a conversation about raising “a few dollars” for cancer patients and research has grown into one of the most powerful and […]
A litany of concerns things run through your mind when you hear the dreaded words: “You have cancer.” Among them, your physical appearance is one that’s hard to face, and your self-perspective can take a real hit. Kelley learned she had cancer last year and her treatment has been intense. In a meeting with her […]
Imagine riding a bike for more than 100 miles in a day. Now imagine doing that for five days in a row, covering more than 500 miles—all to raise funds for West Cancer Foundation. That’s exactly what the incredible women of She to Sea do each year, pushing their physical and mental limits to make […]
Michelle’s cancer journey began without warning or symptoms during a routine dental check-up that led to unexpected findings. Her dentist, who as a matter of course checks patients’ blood pressure, found Michelle’s to be very high. Turns out she had a series of lymph nodes on her collarbone that were pressing against the artery in […]
When it comes to supporting a cause as meaningful as cancer research and patient care, every effort counts. West Cancer Foundation relies on contributions from individuals and corporate partners to advance our mission of breaking barriers to cancer care and improving patient outcomes. Here’s a guide with creative and easy ways to get involved and […]
In a significant move to advance oncology nursing education, West Cancer Foundation recently awarded a transformative $144,469 grant to the University of Tennessee (UT) Health Science Center College of Nursing. This funding supports the POWER for Nursing Program, designed to address the need for skilled oncology nurses. The grant will directly fund two students as […]
October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to come together, raise awareness and champion the importance of early detection. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide. It accounts for about 30% of all new female cancers each year, according to the American Cancer Society. This year more than 310,000 new cases […]
As the dust settles on this year’s West Fight On, we are filled with immense pride and gratitude. The event, which has become a cornerstone in our mission to develop and fund programs that break through barriers to cancer care, achieved a milestone that exceeded even our highest hopes. This year’s West Fight On was […]
