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Kenmure Fights Cancer raises $79,000 advanced care at Advent

Pictured, from left, are Christy Harwood, director of Cancer Services; Bev Knapp, chief operating officer for AdventHealth Hendersonville and AdventHealth Polk; Leslie Robins, Kenmure Fights Cancer board president; Mandy Zorrilla, director of cardiovascular services; Hope Tilley, AdventHealth Hendersonville Foundation coordinator; Rebecca Grissom, executive director of AdventHealth North Carolina marketing, communications and philanthropy; and Bo Caldwell, director, AdventHealth Hendersonville Foundation.

By Lightning Reports, Published: November 6, 2025

For 16 years, Kenmure Fights Cancer and AdventHealth Hendersonville have partnered to bring hope, healing and whole-person care to neighbors facing cancer in Western North Carolina.

This year, the Kenmure community’s generosity reached new heights, allowing them to make a record donation of $79,018.18 to support AdventHealth’s advanced care for local patients.

These vital funds will directly support the purchase of advanced equipment for AdventHealth Hendersonville’s upcoming Catheterization Lab, a vital resource that will enhance cardiac care for cancer patients who are facing heart issues brought on by chemotherapy or other impacts of their cancer diagnosis.

Kenmure Fights Cancer is a philanthropic organization based in the Kenmure Community in Flat Rock, NC. They are devoted to “remember those we have lost to cancer, honor those who have survived the battle and support those who are struggling today against this terrible disease.” 

“Our partnership with Kenmure Fights Cancer reflects the heart of our promise to help people feel whole,” said Bo Caldwell, Foundation Director at AdventHealth Hendersonville. “Together, we are not only addressing the physical needs of our patients but also supporting their emotional and spiritual well-being. This investment is a testament to the power of community and compassion.” 

For years, Kenmure Fights Cancer has exemplified what it means to lead with purpose, raising awareness and rallying support for those navigating a cancer diagnosis. Their dedication ensures that patients in Henderson County have access to leading edge care and the comfort of knowing their community stands beside them.