(Joplin, Mo.) – Mercy Health Foundation hosted its annual Stick It to Cancer event on Saturday, June 6, at Downstream Casino Resort, delivering a “Nashville bash”-themed evening of inspiration, entertainment and generosity – all in support of local cancer care.
In its tenth year, Stick It to Cancer 2026 raised $456,000 thanks to the incredible support of the Joplin community, sponsors and donors.
The night began with a social hour, giving attendees time to connect before enjoying a delicious dinner provided by local restaurant partners. The program continued with both silent and live auctions featuring a wide variety of items and experiences, all contributing to the evening’s impressive fundraising total.
Dowe Quick of KOAM News, the event’s presenting media sponsor, served as emcee. The celebration concluded with live entertainment from The Dillon Leggett Band, keeping the dance floor full and the excitement going strong.
This milestone year was made possible thanks to the generous support of presenting sponsors:
- TAMKO Building Products
- Wes and Jan Houser
- The Glauber Family in memory of Mary Lou Glauber
“Celebrating our tenth year of Stick It to Cancer makes this moment especially meaningful,” said Kim Shriver, Director of Development at Mercy Health Foundation. “The energy, generosity and spirit of everyone involved created an unforgettable evening. More importantly, it will make a lasting difference for cancer patients in the communities we serve.”
Proceeds from Stick It to Cancer directly benefit Mercy cancer services, helping provide advanced technology, equipment, program support and compassionate care to individuals and families facing cancer in the region.
For more information about Mercy Health Foundation Southwest Missouri/Kansas, call 417.556.2267 or visit https://mercyhealthfoundation.net/communities/swmo-sek/
About Mercy
Mercy, one of the 20 largest U.S. health systems and named the top large system in the U.S. for excellent patient experience by NRC Health, serves millions annually with nationally recognized quality care and one of the nation’s largest Accountable Care Organizations. Mercy is a highly integrated, multi-state health care system including more than 40 acute care, managed and specialty (heart, children’s, orthopedic and rehab) hospitals, convenient and urgent care locations, imaging centers and pharmacies. Mercy has 900 physician practices and outpatient facilities, more than 4,000 physicians and advanced practitioners and more than 45,000 co-workers serving patients and families across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Mercy also has clinics, outpatient services and outreach ministries in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas.
Reference:
Jordan Larimore, Senior Media Relations & Communications
Mercy Hospital Joplin
409.550.2928
jordan.larimore@mercy.net
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