When Jamestown Regional Medical Center built its new location in southwest Jamestown, it dreamed of the day that cancer treatment would be available in Jamestown.
To make that dream a reality, the JRMC Foundation is hosting two cancer center gala fundraisers in September.
The JRMC Cancer Center Journey to Mile 256: a Private Debut is set for Thursday, September 27th, at the JRMC Cancer Center shell space at JRMC. The event is a formal gala including meal, live entertainment, raffles and live auction. Tickets are $50-$100. Seating is limited to 200 individuals.
Brunch Out Cancer, a JRMC Cancer Center open house, is set for Sunday, September 30th. The event is open to the public from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and includes light brunch and Journey to Oncology tours.
Each year, the proposed JRMC Cancer Center will provide chemotherapy infusions for more than 100 residents in central North Dakota. This will eliminate more than 160,000 miles of travel per year. The hospital is asking for the community’s support as it continues to recruit an oncologist and raise the money to offer the service. JRMC Foundation has already raised $1.2 million of its $1.9 million goal for capital expenses.
Beyond the initial capital expense, the JRMC Foundation will continue raising funds for regular operating expenses.
“JRMC’s cost to offer cancer services exceeds what we will receive in insurance reimbursements for that care,” said Trisha Jungels, JRMC interim President & CEO. “Despite that shortcoming, JRMC knows how important this care is to the community. Miles matter when it comes to cancer care, so we’re pushing forward.”
To support cancer care, the JRMC Foundation – with the help of the community – will raise money to subsidize those expenses.
“This fundraising event will help us raise the money to offer these services for years to come,” said Lisa Jackson, JRMC Foundation Director.
To learn more regarding the gala fundraisers or to purchase tickets, call (701) 952-4880.