Pardee Hospital Foundation

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and throughout the month, the Hendersonville community will have numerous opportunities to come together in support of Women Helping Women, an annual initiative of the Pardee Hospital Foundation that helps advance breast health education, access and community awareness.

The centerpiece of the month is the 29th Annual Women Helping Women Luncheon, presented by First Bank, on Friday, October 23, at Blue Ridge Community College. This year’s keynote speaker, Nicole Phillips, is a breast cancer survivor, bestselling author and host of the Kindness Podcast. Phillips will share her personal story and message of courage, kindness and hope. 

“Women Helping Women is about so much more than one event,” said Amy Treece, executive director of the Pardee Hospital Foundation. “It’s about a community coming together throughout the entire month of October to show up for women in our community. We are incredibly grateful to the local businesses, organizations and individuals who are finding creative ways to make a difference.”

Get Involved Throughout October

Community members can support Women Helping Women throughout October by participating in a variety of local fundraisers and special events:

• Tooley’s Cafe — Every Thursday in October, 10% of proceeds will be donated to Women Helping Women.
• Alykat Deli — Every Tuesday in October, 10% of proceeds will be donated to Women Helping Women.
• Green River BBQ — Every Wednesday in October, 10% of proceeds will be donated to Women Helping Women.
• Campfire Grill — October 9 – 31, $5 from every signature “Pink Lady” cocktail will be donated to Women Helping Women.
• Piggy & Harry’s — Saturday, Oct. 3, a percentage of sales will be donated to Women Helping Women.
• Creasman FarmsU-pick and Give Back — Sunday, Oct. 4, from 12 Noon – 5 PM
• Hendersonville Country Club Tennis & Pickleball Round Robin — Wednesday, October 7 (Members only)
• Fireside Golf “Puttin’ for Pink” — Saturday, October 10 
• West First Wood-Fired Pizza — Oct. 26–3 – all proceeds from coconut cake slices and whole-cake pre-orders benefiting Women Helping Women.

“These partnerships are a wonderful example of what happens when our community comes together around a shared purpose,” Treece said. “Whether you attend the luncheon, enjoy a meal at a participating restaurant, join an event or simply share information with a friend, every act of support helps us reach more women.”

Join Us for Women Helping Women

Tickets are available now for the 29th Annual Women Helping Women Luncheon, which will begin at 11 AM on Friday, October 23, at Blue Ridge Community College. The luncheon offers an opportunity to gather with friends and colleagues while supporting an important cause that touches women and their families throughout our community.

Purchase your Women Helping Women tickets and join us for an inspiring afternoon of knowledge, community and hope.

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Find More Ways to Get Involved 

The October lineup includes opportunities for individuals, families, businesses and community groups to participate in Women Helping Women throughout the month.

Visit the Pardee Hospital Foundation events calendar for the complete list of Women Helping Women events and community give-back opportunities happening throughout October.

VIEW OUR CALENDAR FOR UPCOMING EVENTS

About Women Helping Women

Founded in 1998, Women Helping Women is a signature program of Pardee Hospital Foundation dedicated to advancing women’s health through education, early detection, and innovation. The program empowers women with the knowledge to take charge of their breast health while supporting investments in advanced breast imaging technology and other innovative resources that enhance the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of breast cancer. Through the generosity of donors and sponsors, Women Helping Women helps ensure women throughout Western North Carolina have access to exceptional breast care close to home

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HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — The Pardee Hospital Foundation welcomes five new members to its Board of Directors, bringing a diverse range of professional expertise, fundraising experience and community connections to the organization as it continues its mission of supporting UNC Health Pardee and the health and well-being of the communities it serves.

Joining the Foundation Board are Rusty Edwards, Jared Fackrell, Bob McCartha, Taylor Bell Poteat, CFP, and Leigh Tate.

“We are excited to welcome these five new members to the Pardee Hospital Foundation Board,” said Amy Treece, Executive Director of the Pardee Hospital Foundation. “Collectively, these candidates bring valuable expertise, fresh perspectives and a broader regional outlook that will strengthen the Foundation as we continue exploring new ways to generate support for Pardee and advance our mission.”

Rusty Edwards is regional executive at First Bank and brings an extensive background in regional business leadership. Many in the community know Edwards through First Bank’s longstanding support of Women Helping Women. He has also introduced the keynote speaker at the Foundation’s annual Women Helping Women luncheon for the past several years. A native of Haywood County, Edwards will help bring an important perspective from beyond Henderson County.

Jared Fackrell is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Flat Rock. He resides in Brevard with his young family and has already developed a strong connection with the Foundation through his work over the past year, helping educate clients about opportunities to support UNC Health Pardee.

Bob McCartha is a retired dentist from Newberry, South Carolina. He began visiting Hendersonville with his family in the early 1970s and, upon retirement, fulfilled a longtime dream of relocating to Champion Hills with his wife, Kathryn. During his time in Newberry, McCartha served on the board of the local hospital foundation, giving him firsthand experience with the important role a foundation can play in supporting a community hospital. He was introduced to the Pardee Hospital Foundation by Jimmy Chandler, a former Pardee and Pardee Hospital Foundation Board member and current Pardee BlueMD Board member.

Taylor Bell Poteat, CFP, serves as chief operating and compliance officer at Colton Groome Financial. A native and lifelong resident of South Buncombe County, Poteat brings a strong understanding of the broader region and was introduced to the Foundation by Heather Ward, a former Foundation Board member.

Leigh Tate brings extensive fundraising and development experience to the Foundation Board, having spent many years as a development officer at Stanford University Medical Center. A longtime advocate for initiatives that positively impact the community, Tate was introduced to the Foundation by Jean Faulkner, a longtime member of the Women Helping Women Committee.

The Foundation also extends its appreciation to four outgoing Board members — Cameron Baker, William J. Rushton, Jr., Hilton Swing, and Heather LaRue Ward — for their service, leadership and commitment to the Foundation and Pardee.

“Board service is a significant commitment, and we are grateful for the time, expertise and enthusiasm each of our outgoing members has shared with the Foundation,” Treece said. “Their contributions have helped move our work forward, and we are thankful for the lasting impact they have made.”

The addition of the five new Board members comes as the Pardee Hospital Foundation celebrates its 30th anniversary of local giving and local impact. Founded in 1996, the Foundation raises funds and awareness to support UNC Health Pardee and help advance healthcare in the community.