| A Season of Renewal and Celebration Dear Friends, We are still feeling the momentum from this month’s Spring Soirée, a night that brought together friends, supporters, and mission-minded generosity.
We were thrilled to recognize Dr. David Price as the 2025 First Citizens UNC Health Pardee Physician of the Year and Marilyn Gordon as our Philanthropist of the Year. If you missed their stories you can read them here and here.
These are more than annual honors—they serve as powerful reminders of the compassion, excellence, and commitment that strengthen our hospital and inspire our community. If you were unable to attend, be sure to read their stories below, along with an update on the fundraising success of the evening.
In this issue, you will also find a photo gallery of the evening as well as a moving video tribute developed by the Foundation that captures the incredible response of Pardee teammates during and after Hurricane Helene and the donors who supported them. |
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Looking ahead, we are excited for this Saturday’s She Slays 5K—a joyful, high-energy event celebrating cancer survivors, those still in the fight, and the loved ones who cheer them on. There is still time to register, or you can sign up Saturday morning. Whether you walk, run, or come out to encourage others, we hope to see you there. Details below!
And speaking of celebrating survivors, do not miss our story in this issue about a special Victory Bell, recently donated to Pardee Cancer Center by the Hendersonville Eagles—a symbol of triumph and hope for patients completing treatment. We were proud to partner with the Eagles to make this meaningful addition possible.
Additionally, planning is already underway for the 2025 Women Helping Women Luncheon, presented by First Bank. This year's event will feature guest speaker Jamie Valvano. You will find information about sponsorship opportunities in this issue. We invite you to explore how you or your business can support this beloved community tradition. |
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And last—but certainly not least—we invite you to explore The Essentials, our newly released list of high-impact items that can be funded right now. These are practical tools requested directly by our care teams—items like smart beds, patient lifts, and vital signs machines hat make an immediate difference in patient care. It is a simple, powerful way to meet real needs in real time. Please read about it below and consider how you can make an immediate and tangible difference.
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A Victory Bell Rings at Pardee: A New Tradition of Hope and Healing
A new symbol of strength and survivorship now stands at the heart of UNC Health Pardee Cancer Center: a Victory Bell, unveiled during a recent dedication ceremony. Installed through a collaborative effort between Pardee Hospital Foundation and The Eagles of Henderson County, the bell offers patients a powerful moment of triumph—the chance to ring out their final treatment and signal the start of a new chapter.
For those still in the fight, the sound of the bell serves as a beacon of hope and determination. For those who ring it, it marks resilience, healing, and hard-won victory. The bell and its accompanying plaque, inscribed with a poem written by the physician who began this tradition, honor not only cancer survivors but also the deeply personal legacy of military leadership and service shared by the Eagles.
Read the full story behind this meaningful gift → |
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The Essentials: Simple Tools. Immediate Impact. At UNC Health Pardee, exceptional care often comes down to practical tools—oncology recliners that ease treatment, patient lifts that prevent injury, and smart beds that can sense a fall before it happens. These everyday items are The Essentials, and your support helps put them in the hands of our care teams without delay. Every item on The Essentials List was requested directly by Pardee’s clinicians to meet immediate patient needs. When you fund one, it is purchased right away—no waiting, no delays. Ready to make a real-time difference?
See what is needed today → |
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| This Saturday - The 2nd Annual She Slays 5K: There’s Still Time to Join Us!
Lace up your shoes and join us this Saturday for the She Slays 5K, a community celebration of strength, survivorship, and support for women’s cancer care at Pardee. Whether you are walking, running, or cheering from the sidelines, your presence makes a difference.
There is still time to register online, or you can sign up the morning of the race. Every step honors those who have faced cancer with courage and those still in the fight. Come out and show your support! |
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Sponsorship Opportunities Now Open for the 2025 Women Helping Women Luncheon
For more than 25 years, the Women Helping Women Luncheon has brought together compassionate individuals, local businesses, and community leaders to ensure that every woman in our service region has access to high-quality cancer care—regardless of her ability to pay.
The continued success and longevity of this event is a testament to both its meaning for survivors and families who have benefited from care funded through this initiative, and to the many who return year after year to lend their support.
Sponsorship opportunities for the 2025 event are now open. No matter which level of support is right for you or your business, every dollar makes a tangible impact—directly funding screenings, treatment, education, and support services for women facing cancer in our community.
If you are searching for a local initiative with real and lasting impact, Women Helping Women is it.
🤝 Explore sponsorship opportunities →
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The 2025 Spring Soiree Raised Over $70,000 for UNC Health Pardee
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Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our sponsors, planning committee, and everyone who attended in support, the 2025 Spring Soirée was a remarkable success—raising more than $70,000 to help fund vital hospital programs and equipment.
From the lively auction to the warm camaraderie shared throughout the evening, it was clear: this community shows up when it matters most. Events of this magnitude are only possible when donors, businesses, volunteers, and friends come together with a shared purpose. We are so grateful. |
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Fortune Names Pardee One of America’s Top 20 Medium Community Hospitals! We’re proud to announce that UNC Health Pardee has been named one of Fortune’s Top 20 Medium Community Hospitals in the nation for 2025!
This honor reflects the heart of who we are — a community hospital dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care where it matters most—right here in our region.
Community hospitals like Pardee play a vital role in supporting local health, providing access to care, and building trust with the people we serve.
Read more here: Premier's 100 Top Hospitals 2025: Community Hospitals | Fortune
Pardee Physical Therapy Opens Grove St. Location
We are pleased to announce Pardee Physical Therapy's sixth location is now open at 605 S. Grove St. in Hendersonville.
Whether you’re recovering from surgery or a sports injury, managing joint pain or issues from a sprain or strain, Pardee Physical Therapy is here to help you heal faster and regain your lifestyle. Schedule an appointment today at (828) 435-8310.
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Early detection can save lives!
Mammograms can detect signs of breast cancer before symptoms appear, improving treatment options and outcomes. That's why Pardee's #MammoOnTheGo brings quality, comfort, and convenience to you.
Visit www.MammoOnTheGo.com for upcoming dates and locations |
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Supporting Our Community's Health
Pardee Hospital Foundation is dedicated to raising funds and awareness to meet the specific needs of UNC Health Pardee. As a non-profit public hospital owned by Henderson County but not funded by it, UNC Health Pardee relies on community support to advance patient care, enhance technology, foster research, and support vital clinical programs. Through the generosity of our donors, the Foundation ensures that UNC Health Pardee will continue to provide exceptional care and inspire health for generations to come.
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