SCOA Cares Foundation

05/02/2026

It wasn’t the weather we wanted but we still had a great turnout today for the 7th annual SCOA Cares Ring the Bell 5k at Saluda Shoals Park.

Thank you to all the runners, walkers, volunteers and sponsors who showed up to support our race.

Congratulations to all of our finishers and winners at today’s race. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

04/15/2026

Thank you once again to, Rick Migliore and the Ellison Kibler team from Merrill Lynch for being our 2026 Ring the Bell Title Sponsor🌸

They will be serving Bloody Mary's at their sponsor tent, post race, so please stop by and grab a drink. Cheers!

04/15/2026

Don't Forget - 2026 SCOA Cares Ring the Bell 5k Run & Walk is on Saturday, May 2. Please register and join us for a really fun race😎🌸

🔔🏃‍♂️ Ring the Bell 5K — May 2! 🏃‍♀️🔔
Saluda Shoals Park East • 6071 St. Andrews Rd

Kick off your spring with one of Columbia’s most festive and community‑driven races! The Ring the Bell 5K brings together runners, walkers, families, and supporters for a morning full of energy, celebration, and purpose.

🕙 Race Day Schedule
- 5K Start: 10:00 AM
- Youth Fun Run: 11:00 AM
- Post‑Race Luau Meal & Celebration 🌺🍍

🎽 All Participants Receive:
- Athletic performance race shirt
- Custom pint glass
- Finisher medal
- Hawaiian‑style meal
- Live music from Riverstone Duo
- USATF‑certified course

💛 Why It Matters
Proceeds from the event benefit SCOA Cares, supporting cancer patients and families through financial assistance, wellness programs, and compassionate community support.

🔥 Be part of the tradition. Be part of the celebration. Be part of the impact.
Register today and help support SCOA Cares.

👉 Sign up here: https://strictlyrunning.com/gpuilGroupTip.asp?uRaceId=4727&uGroup=Y

02/01/2026

South Carolina Oncology Associates will be opening their Columbia Office on Mobday, February 2 as scheduled.
Our Sumter Office will open on a 2 hour delayed start on Monday, February 2 for all Patients and Staff. Be Safe!

01/23/2026

Out of an abundance of caution, South Carolina Oncology Associates will be closing their Columbia and Sumter locations on Monday, January 26 for all Patients and Staff. Be Safe!

05/03/2025

05/03/2025

2025 SCOA Cares Ring the Bell 5K was a huge success. Congratulations to all of our finishers, we hope you enjoyed the day!!!

Thank you to all of our sponsors and participants❤️

05/02/2025

Beer is iced, race packets are ready and the medals are polished.
We can't wait to see everybody tomorrow for the 6th annual SCOA Cares Ring the Bell 5k.

We hope you will consider hanging out with us for the after party. The Riverston duo will be performing.

It's not too late to sign up:
SCOA Cares - Ring the Bell 5K Run & Walk
Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Saluda Shoals
Race starts at 10:00 am and the
After Party begins at 11:30 am
Register Here: www.RingtheBell5k.org

04/25/2025

Who doesn't love a ice cold snow cone on a sunny day🍧🍧

Thanks to Nathan Chinners and his team from Pelicans you can get one this Saturday at the SCOA Cares - Ring the Bell 5K Run & Walk

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Saluda Shoals
Race starts at 10:00 am and the
After Party begins at 11:30 am

Register Here: www.RingtheBell5k.org