2026 Foundation Gala

Hope Grows

Sept. 12 at Willmar Conference Center

Join us for the Foundation Annual Gala in Willmar to benefit CentraCare Willmar Cancer Center. This year’s theme is “Hope Grows.”

Coming Soon!

Watch for the release of the tickets

Interested in a Sponsorship?

Learn more about corporate sponsorship opportunities.

To secure a sponsorship, contact foundation@centracare.com or 320-240-2810.

Hope Grows

Make a Gift to Cancer Care

Proceeds from this year’s event will help strengthen cancer care in our community and ensure patients have access to advanced treatments, innovative technology and support close to home.

Make a Gift Today!

Thank You to Our 2026 Gala Presenting Sponsor

A special thanks to Chappell Central for their commitment to advancing local health care as the 2026 Presenting Sponsor.

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About the Gala

The Gala has a rich history of supporting the work of CentraCare – Rice Memorial Hospital. Since 1997, more than $4.4 million has been raised to benefit the greatest patient needs for cancer care, hospice, cardiology, dental care, rehabilitation services and behavioral health.

We are filled with gratitude that this event has grown and serves as the premiere fundraiser for CentraCare hospitals and clinics in west-central and southwest Minnesota.

Thanks to our generous sponsors, donors, attendees and volunteers, the Gala raised more than $310,000 in 2025.

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