Family and friends of Cathy Wolterman Coop gathered together once again on her birthday to celebrate her life and spirit and to donate to a cause that was close to her heart. While receiving her cancer treatment at the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center, Cathy often heard stories from the other patients of the […]
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The University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Foundation is pleased to announce the hiring of Michael Delzotti, CFRE, CSPG as the new president and CEO. Delzotti will begin his new role in early December. The UK Markey Cancer Foundation serves as the fundraising arm for the UK Markey Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer […]
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You can help to support the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Foundation this year with just a few clicks of your mouse while you’re doing your holiday shopping online. The UK Markey Cancer Foundation is participating in the AmazonSmile program, which means you can designate .5% of any purchase you make on AmazonSmile to support […]
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The volley ball team at Winchester High School just outside of Lexington, Kentucky held their annual “Pink Out” on October 8 to honor those family and friends of their team who have or continue to battle breast cancer. The gymnasium was a sea of pink, with all fans and supporters wearing pink t-shirts and both […]
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Diane Palmer was a loved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Diagnosed with ovarian cancer in the fall of 2010, she underwent surgery and chemotherapy treatments and faced the disease with a positive attitude and the support of her family and friends. Sadly Diane lost her battle with cancer earlier this year. Her daughter, Gwen, […]
Calling all pancake-lovers! The Sunset Marina and Campground Gang is hosting an all-you-can-eat pancake fundraiser to benefit the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Foundation on Saturday, September 5th, 2015 at the Sunset Grill and Marina on Lake Herrington. The “Gang” is made up of families who either have a boat slip or camp site at […]
The University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Foundation is proud to have been chosen as one of five charities to benefit from the 2015 Breeders’ Cup Champions for Charity program. Maker’s Mark and the Breeders’ Cup have joined forces to create five limited-edition bottles featuring some of the most legendary Breeders’ Cup champions. Only 500 of […]
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During National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, our friends at the UK College of Agriculture, Food & Environment hold their ‘Cook for a Cure’ fundraiser in honor of of their Student Council Advisor who went through treatments at the Markey Cancer Center during a hard-fought battle with cancer. Their event raises awareness and funds directly for colorectal […]
In the lead up to Concert on the Lawn 2015, we’ve been asking some of our sponsors why they choose to support the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Foundation. “Overbrook Farm is proud to sponsor the Markey Cancer Foundation’s Concert on the Lawn. As the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated facility in Kentucky, the […]
Jack Musgrave passed away March 24, 2015, surrounded by those he loved. At the family’s request, his story and video interview remain here to encourage others. Gifts in Jack’s memory can be made to the Markey Cancer Foundation or to Hospice of the Bluegrass. As a veteran educator, Jack Musgrave spent a career encouraging […]