Mia Ware Foundation

06/05/2026

Please say hello at our tent next Wednesday!

Free family fun June 10! Join us at Summer Fun and Wellness Fest from 4–6 p.m. at Community Park for giveaways, health screenings, free meals, food distribution, Ferris Wheel rides, a Bike Rodeo, live entertainment & more. Connect with local youth programs & find resources to support your family's health and wellness all summer long. See you there!

06/05/2026

This photo exudes the positive energy from last year’s Survivor Celebration! The momentum is building for another night to remember! Join us!

06/04/2026

Love these smiles from last year’s Survivor Celebration! Come soak up this year’s festivities with us on June 24th from 6-8pm! RSVP link below in comments.

06/03/2026

The 2026 Survivor Celebration is quickly approaching and we are excited to see you there! This event is free for any cancer survivor or those in treatment; plus one guest! Follow the link to RSVP or look for paper registration forms in the The Source and Jacksonville Journal-Courier! https://bit.ly/miaware26?fbclid=IwY2xjawSNDmpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFrbU15RGI3aThab3RESWs4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpohw_gtdNuLmlZVnfwImlRZNvweHUcN-q4q-c9T7hnyde9CCSXQryGiNEF6_aem_RXgwa11pzIMblEtdZrEffw

05/23/2026

05/18/2026

If you joined us for last year’s Survivor Celebration, chances are you were inspired by Lori Thomas’ personal story and her goals for certifying Jacksonville Memorial’s PTs, OTS, SLPs, and nurses in oncology. Come back to this year’s event and receive an update on the impact of the local oncology certification program! https://bit.ly/miaware26?fbclid=IwdGRjcAR4H6lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeGfnhrcvz24cvO1YFpLXlDVB_Bd-PQ0QHijd2fRLcQAYGAgGakHUTMKaKwao_aem_hQ4EmBUXlDJQugti5plD8A

05/16/2026

Guess how many cupcakes are on this table? Feel free to respond in comments for fun! The correct answer is: “There will not be ENOUGH cupcakes if you forget to register for the 2026 Survivor Celebration!” https://bit.ly/miaware26?fbclid=IwdGRjcARrDidleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeOZ1qsxCun3v1Cv0qp86nIXnEVQC1PjLmHqq_0_ygXvydYIrjPxSFyoTGrZs_aem_ftT3hUjKI8eDEIAefZFLyw

05/12/2026

Counting down the days until summer? This annual event is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10th from 4pm-6pm at Community Park near the Big Eli Wheel! Join us at the Summer Fun and Wellness Fest! Jacksonville IL Wellness Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce Jacksonville Memorial Hospital

05/09/2026

Happy birthday to co-founder/President Brad! Grateful for the 20+ years of impact fulfilling the Mia Ware Foundation’s mission. Enjoy your day and a wonderful year!

05/08/2026

Attendees of the Survivor Celebration 2019 created this masterpiece! Join us June 24, 2026 to see what this year’s artistic opportunity will be. Free for survivors and those in active treatment plus one guest! RSVP: https://bit.ly/miaware26?fbclid=IwdGRjcARrDidleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeOZ1qsxCun3v1Cv0qp86nIXnEVQC1PjLmHqq_0_ygXvydYIrjPxSFyoTGrZs_aem_ftT3hUjKI8eDEIAefZFLyw