Events

The MacKay Foundation for Cancer Research is excited to announce that we will be holding five events this year to benefit blood and marrow, leukemia and hematology research and education at WFUSM, Section on Hematology and Oncology. It is our sincere desire to make a difference in the lives of our family, friends and coworkers who have been touched by cancer. The proceeds from each event will ensure that important cancer research will continue and new research projects will have the seed funding to move forward.

"Bach, Beethoven & Brubeck" An Evening of Music, with special guests, Taya Ricker, violinist (UNCG Class of 2012) and Dr. John Salmon, pianist (Professor of Music, UNCG). Saturday, April 17, 2010 - 7:30 PM at Christ United Methodist Church, 410 N. Holden Road, Greensboro, NC. FREE ADMISSION - donations welcomed. 100% of the donations received will benefit blood and marrow transplant, leukemia and hematology research at WFUSM, Section on Hematology and Oncology.

Starlight, Star Bright 2010 - We invite corporations and friends from across the Triad and surrounding communities to sponsor, make a charitable gift, or to purchase a "star" in honor of or in memory of a loved one, or a friend, touched by cancer. Our "stars" will be displayed throughout the month of May on the 3rd floor of the Outpatient Cancer Clinic of Wake Forest University. This will be a wonderful way to raise money for research while bringing awareness to our community of the need for continued cancer research and education.

17th Annual Bob MacKay Memorial - This year, the Bob MacKay Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, September 17, 2010, Bryan Park Golf and Enrichment Center, Greensboro. The tournament will benefit blood and marrow transplant, leukemia and hematology research and education at WFUSM, Section on Hematology and Oncology. 256 golfers will be invited to participate and over 50 volunteers will be out on the course to ensure that the tournament is a great success and a good time is had by all. We invite corporations and organizations to consider sponsoring this event. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Barbara MacKay Vinson at barbmackay@aol.com.

2010 Dining to Make a Difference at Natty Greene's Pub and Brewing Co. (345 S. Elm Street in Greensboro) will be held on Friday, October 8. 10% of their all day sales will benefit blood and marrow transplant, leukemia and hematology research and education at WFUSM, Section on Hematology and Oncology. Band to be named in mid-September. At 7 PM, VIP Beer Tasting held in The Loft - $10 per guest (limited number of tickets will be sold).

2010 Christmas Starlight, Star Bright - All around us are the signs of the Holidays, with wreaths on doors, twinkling lights in windows and wrapped presents under the tree. Wondering what to give someone for Christmas this year?

This year, consider a gift from the heart that will make a difference in the lives of our family, friends and co-workers who have been touched by cancer by making a donation to the MacKay Foundation for Cancer Research. 100% of your tax deductible donation will benefit blood and marrow transplant, leukemia and hematology research and education at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Section on Hematology and Oncology. Our Christmas "Starlight, Star Bright" angel will be tossing brilliant stars to decorate the tree located on the 3rd floor of the Outpatient Cancer Clinic of WFU throughout the month of December.