Dear friends and supporters,
Welcome to the American Cancer Society Knoxville Hope Gala. By being here today, you’re fueling critical research, patient support and advocacy initiatives that will help us end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
Thank you to Executive Committee Chairs Connie French and Erin Mahan. Your leadership and passion have brought us together to stand with everyone facing cancer today and in the future. I also want to thank Title Sponsor Care Institute Group Inc. Along with all our sponsors, your support of the American Cancer Society helps us ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
This year, more than 1.9 million Americans will hear the words, “you have cancer” – including nearly 42,750 Tennesseans. It’s likely that everyone here has helped a loved one, friend, or colleague after a cancer diagnosis, or you’ve heard these words yourself. We must continue to make progress for every person facing every cancer. With your help, we will.
Thank you again for your support. I hope you enjoy every moment of this year’s Knoxville Hope Gala.
Sincerely,
Kimberly Jackson
Executive Vice President
American Cancer Society – Southeast Region
