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In recognition of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, some of our offices will have modified hours over the long weekend. Check here for modified hours.

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Proceeds from our philanthropic events benefit specific programs. Sponsoring or attending these events is a great way to show your support for patient care. Learn more about each event below or contact Kirk Schnurbusch, development director, institutional giving, by email or at 816-719-1525.

Health system events

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Hall of Fame

2025 date to be announced soon.

The annual Hall of Fame dinner and awards celebration demonstrates our enduring gratitude to those individuals and organizations that have played a vital role in our efforts to deliver world-class care to patients most in need.

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Treads & Threads

September 6, 2025
Kansas Speedway

This annual event has raised more than $27 million to benefit patient care at The University of Kansas Cancer Center.

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Community events

We are grateful to individuals and community organizations that wish to sponsor events to raise funds for The University of Kansas Health System and its affiliates.

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Third-party events

These events/projects are an important source of support for providing our patients with the region’s most medically advanced care – by creating and upgrading facilities, enhancing programs, purchasing the latest technologies and equipment and providing advanced training and educational opportunities for our staff.

Community Fundraising Toolkit

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