Greater Chattanooga Colon Cancer Foundation

08/31/2026

Did you know that 50% of all colon cancers happen to people UNDER the age of 50???
Screening age is 45, but if you have symptoms like blood in the stool, change in bowel habits like diarrhea or constipation, unexplained weight loss or abdominal pain or a family history of polyps or colon cancer do not wait! See you health care professional today!

08/28/2026

Looking for something to do after Labor Day? It's nearly here

The RUMP RALLY PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT is coming, and we want YOU on the courts!
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 City of Dayton Pickleball Courts
🏓 12 courts / 2 sites
👫 Mixed Doubles (100 participant cap)
Choose your division:
• 2.5
• 3.0
• 3.5+
• “Just For Fun”
Tentative format: Round Robin followed by Single Elimination
$50 registration fee per player
Registration includes a visor and amazing online auction for all participants!
REGISTER AT: www.GlobalPickleball.network
Registration deadline: September 16, 2026
100% of the funds stay local to help the Greater Chattanooga Colon Cancer Foundation provide cancer screenings for people who cannot afford them.
A huge THANK YOU to our supporters and sponsors, including , -Z-Boy, Community Care, and Snowcones of Dayton TN for helping make this event possible!

Tournament Director: Jennifer Thompson
[email protected]
423-757-0730
More information: www.gcccf.org

08/27/2026

🏓 Get ready to rally for a great cause!

Join us for GCCCF’s 2nd Annual Rump Rally in the TN Valley Pickleball Tournament at the beautiful City of Dayton courts!

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
⏰ 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
📍 City of Dayton Pickleball Courts

Pickleball players of all ages and skill levels are welcome! Whether you’re new to the game or ready for serious competition, there’s a bracket for you: https://www.globalpickleball.network/network/register/4942-greater-chattanooga-colon-cancer-foundation

🏓 Beginner Fun Bracket
🏆 Competitive brackets for all age groups

Proceeds support the Greater Chattanooga Colon Cancer Foundation’s mission to raise awareness, provide education and support, and spread the message that colon and re**al cancers are preventable, treatable, and beatable.

Registration closes September 16—don’t delay! Grab your paddle, choose your partner, and join us for a fun-filled day supporting colon cancer awareness in the Tennessee Valley.

08/25/2026

Remember tonight is Gcccf give back night at Panera on hwy 153! 20% of proceeds help pay for colon cancer screening, transportation and education.

Don't forget to say code FUND4U
(We tested it. It works)

08/25/2026

Next Tuesday is GCCCF's Dining for Donations night at Panera at the Northgate Mall Location. 20% of all sales will go to the GCCCF for colon cancer awareness programs and to pay for screening for those without insurance.

Mark your calendar for the event 8/25/2026!

08/25/2026

TODAY is GCCCF's Dining for Donations night at Panera at the Northgate Mall Location. 20% of all sales will go to the GCCCF for colon cancer awareness programs and to pay for screening for those without insurance.

TODAY is August 25, 2026!

08/24/2026

Dr. Laurie-Anne Swaby has been a long time supporter of the GCCCF and has been on our board for 2 years. She's a gastroenterologist at Erlanger. Her main job is the prevention of colon cancer.

Get to know all our board members at
gcccf.org

08/23/2026

Tuesday is GCCCF's Dining for Donations night at Panera at the Northgate Mall Location. 20% of all sales will go to the GCCCF for colon cancer awareness programs and to pay for screening for those without insurance.

Mark your calendar for the event 8/25/2026!

08/21/2026

congratulations to Greater Chattanooga Colon Cancer Foundation board member, Dr. Camille Sommer! We are proud to have you on our Board!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19kCcTVfYN/

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Camille Sommer, our Physician of the Quarter at Parkridge East Hospital!

Dr. Sommer, a gastroenterologist, is being recognized for her dedication to providing exceptional care and making a positive difference for our patients and community.

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Sommer and thanking her for the expertise, compassion and commitment she brings to Parkridge East Hospital each day. 👏💙

For more information visit https://bit.ly/45CnQt2

08/21/2026

Labor day weekend is approaching and kids are back in school. Plan something to look forward to afterwards...
Have a great time helping a good cause, sign up for the GCCCF's 2nd annual "Rump Rally in the TN Valley" pickleball tournament at the beautiful City of Dayton courts.

Deadline is 9/16 so don't delay!

https://www.globalpickleball.network/network/register/4942-greater-chattanooga-colon-cancer-foundation