In response to the growing numbers of outpatients but limited space for a comfortable recovery in Duke's Morris Cancer Clinics, Jaycees from across the stated decided to help raise money for the Outpatient Treatment facility. Since 1987, the North Carolina Jaycees have continued their service to the facility to by raising money and support. Over the past decade the Jaycees have contributed over $1,000,000 to aid the Cancer Center in making “ life easier” for patients and families alike.

The Jaycees dedication to fundraising assisted in the renovated facility in 1996, which created provided a larger yet comfortable, humane environment for cancer patients and their families and friends.

For more than a decade, the North Carolina Jaycees have helped the Cancer Center offer the most advanced care in the most compassionate manner.

In an effort to do their part, the Raleigh Jaycees will be hosting the Gala for Hope on April 26, 2008. The Gala features a live band, dancing, dinner, and a silent auction.

All of the proceeds from the event directly support the North Carolina Jaycees Outpatient Treatment Facility. In addition to ticket sales, much of the donation we raise comes from the silent auction.

If you would like more information about the North Carolina Outpatient Treatment Facility at the Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center, please visit http://www.cancer.duke.edu/