The Hatteras Island Cancer Foundation (HICF) is sponsoring the Paddle Palooza in Honor of Andy McKinney on Sunday, June 23, and everyone is welcome to join in the fun of a lightly competitive 5K race on the open waters of the Pamlico Sound.
Sponsors for the popular annual event are currently being accepted, and businesses and individuals can learn more about sponsorship packages by clicking here or by emailing Wendi Munden.
The HICF is an all-volunteer and non-profit organization that supports cancer patients and their families living on Hatteras Island. Founded in December 2000, the foundation’s primary goal is to raise funds to provide financial assistance for medical bills, prescriptions, travel expenses, and other needs that might not be taken care of by insurance.
To date, the Hatteras Island Cancer Foundation has assisted over 235 islanders with cancer and their families with grants in excess of $1,000,000.
More details about the June Paddle Palooza and how folks can sign up for the race and festivities will be available soon on The Island Free Press.