The MInnie Pearl Cancer Foundation

Journal of Hope

Spring 2010: Barbara Coleman - Both Sides Now

As I began to think about sharing my story for this feature, we were in the middle of the Winter Olympics.  I thought of the snowboarder that glides skillfully…

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Event Archives

Men’s Event May 03, 2010

ALERT! Our rescheduled date is Monday, August 23 at Morton's The Steakhouse.  We will continue to update you with specific details.  Thanks!  On Monday, May 3, the 10th Annual Men's Event Nashville will take place at Morton's The Steakhouse.  Join over 300 influential men who support The Minnie Pearl Cancer…

Wine & Pearls – A Toast to Hope Apr 22, 2010

We are honored to be the beneficiary of the inaugural Wine & Pearls, a benefit presented by Parkridge Medical Center and BMW of Chattanooga, on April 22 from 6-9 p.m. This cocktail reception and silent auction offers a “Toast to Hope” in support of Chattanooga area men and women fighting…

Fusion 10 Apr 10, 2010

ART. FILM. FASHION. MUSIC. Come enjoy A Festival of the Arts on Saturday, April 10 at The Cannery Ballroom and Mercy Lounge. Visit www.nashvillefusion.com for additional details!  General Admission tickets are $15.00. VIP tickets are available at $50.00 per person.  In addition to general admission, VIP tickets include a…

Fashion After Dark Nov 21, 2009

The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation is honored to be the event beneficiary of the 2009 Fashion After Dark, presented by Lexus of Nashville and supporting ovarian cancer research.

This two-part event, created by Elizabeth Scokin, begins on November 21, 2009 with a fashion show, canapés and cocktails and…

Music For A Cure Nov 07, 2009

Music for a Cure ... an evening of acoustic music and four full bands

Saturday, November 7th – 12th & Porter

Music starts in the lounge at 6 p.m. Doors open for downstairs at 8 p.m. Cover for music downstairs is only $7. Otherwise, donations are welcome in the lounge.



The Pearl Ball Oct 10, 2009

The Fifth Annual Pearl Ball, presented by StoneCrest Medical Center and benefiting The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation, will be held Saturday, October 10th at 6:00 p.m. at The Sam Davis Home in Smyrna, Tennessee. Chaired by Dr. Warren and Mrs.Beverly McPherson this event will honor well known philanthropist and cancer…

The Minnie Challenge Oct 10, 2009

The fourth annual Minnie Challenge is set for Saturday and Sunday, October 10 & 11, from 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Nashville SuperSpeedway in Lebanon, TN, to benefit the free programs and services offered by The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation (MPCF). This two-day fall event piques the interests…

Women’s Event Sep 25, 2009

On Friday, September 25, The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation welcomed lecturer, editor, author and breast cancer survivor Kathy LaTour as the featured speaker at the 2009 Women’s Event. An annual event celebrating its seventh anniversary in raising awareness and funds in the fight against breast cancer and featuring a gourmet luncheon…

HOW 100 Sep 12, 2009

Hope on Wheels (HOW100) is encouraging all women, and a few good men, to start pedaling in order to reap the benefits of cycling and to participate in the fifth annual HOW100. That's right, this year this event offers an opportunity for both men and women to ride and raise funds…

Great Prostate Cancer Challenge Sep 05, 2009

Urology Associates, P.C., and The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation are teaming up to promote September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month through the Great Prostate Cancer Challenge 5K Run/1Mile Fun Walk, benefiting screenings and awareness programs through The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation. The Great Prostate Cancer Challenge, to be held Saturday, September…

Songwriters’ Night Aug 29, 2009

A kick off the Great Prostate Cancer Challenge (Cummins Station, 6:30pm - 8:30 pm) and featuring songwriters Lisa Carver, Dicky Lee, Ricky Ray, and Karen Staley. Click here to learn more.



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