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Cowgirls with a Cause raise more than $25,000 for mammograms

Recognizing the importance of mammograms for early detection of breast cancer, Roy and Shirley Burgess founded Cowgirls with a Cause in 2005 in memory of Roy’s late wife, Deborah. Since its founding, the cowgirls have received tremendous support from sponsors in the western lifestyle industry, corporations and individuals who have been touched by breast cancer. This year’s Cowgirls with a Cause was held November 17 … Continue reading Cowgirls with a Cause raise more than $25,000 for mammograms »

Rowan-Salisbury high schools come together for the community

SALISBURY, N.C. Nov. 15, 2017 ― Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation partnered with Rowan-Salisbury area high schools to host the second annual King of the Court, a junior and senior all-male volleyball fundraiser. Together, the six area high schools raised over $5,500. All proceeds will be donated to the hospital foundation in support of its breast health fund which covers the cost of mammograms, … Continue reading Rowan-Salisbury high schools come together for the community »

Inaugural Harvesting Hope raises more than $20,000

Our Inaugural Harvesting Hope on November 4th at Patterson Farm raised more than $20,000. This event was held in honor and memory of Ralph W. Ketner and was hosted by his children, Robert and Linda. All proceeds benefit Novant Health Rowan Hospice & Palliative Care. Guests enjoyed a day of family fun on the farm with featured entertainer Darrell Harwood, sponsored by Powles Staton Funeral Home and Carolina Cremation.   Thank you to … Continue reading Inaugural Harvesting Hope raises more than $20,000 »

Ron L. Willard Chapel at Novant Health Clemmons Medical Center

Clemmons, NC —  Novant Health Clemmons Medical Center celebrated the new Ron L. Willard Chapel with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 14, 2017. Ron L. Willard made a generous donation to name the chapel at Novant Health Clemmons Medical Center. Ron has been a member of the board of Novant Health Clemmons Medical Center Foundation since its inception. Former mayor of Clemmons, Ron is … Continue reading Ron L. Willard Chapel at Novant Health Clemmons Medical Center »

1st annual Jane Burt Williams Memorial Golf Classic

Thomasville, NC– This year the foundation renamed the annual fundraising event to memorialize a dedicated community member. The 1st annual Jane Burt Williams Memorial Golf Classic is named after the devoted, late wife of Dr. David Robert Williams, Sr. Mrs. Williams was a servant leader, known for her humbleness and caring spirit. Her devotion to serving the community through countless hours was simply remarkable. The … Continue reading 1st annual Jane Burt Williams Memorial Golf Classic »

Novant Health receives $7 million gift from Michael Jordan

Novant Health and Michael Jordan announced a $7 million gift to open two Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Clinics in Charlotte. These comprehensive medical clinics will serve some of the most at-risk and underserved communities in Charlotte and are expected to open in late 2020. The Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Clinics will provide vital access to primary and preventive care to individuals in the … Continue reading Novant Health receives $7 million gift from Michael Jordan »

1st Annual Harvesting Hope

The 1st Annual Harvesting Hope at Patterson Farm in honor and memory of Ralph W. Ketner by his children, Robert and Linda. All proceeds benefit the Rowan Hospice & Palliative Care Fund at Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation. Enjoy a day of family fun on the farm with featured entertainer Darrell Harwood. Sponsors:  Powles Staton Funeral Home and Carolina Cremation Date: Saturday, November 4, … Continue reading 1st Annual Harvesting Hope »

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Mobile Mammography Coach

August 22, 2017―  Rowan Medical Center celebrated the new 3D Mobile Mammography Coach during a private ribbon cutting ceremony. Novant Health Rowan Medical Center is the first facility at Novant Health to have a mobile coach outfitted with 3-D mammography. The event took place at the Novant Health Breast Center. 382 donors contributed to help us purchase the first Mobile Mammography Coach utilizing 3D tomosynthesis.   … Continue reading Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Mobile Mammography Coach »

Hospital Patrons’ Ball raises over $200,000

SALISBURY, N.C. Sept. 15, 2017 ― The Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation hosted its 27th annual Patrons’ Ball on Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Peeler Crystal Lounge at Catawba College. Over 200 individuals attended this year’s masquerade themed event complete with cocktails, dinner, music and dancing.   Proceeds raised will go to support a proposed cancer center.   “We are grateful to the patrons … Continue reading Hospital Patrons’ Ball raises over $200,000 »