13 Years Strong! Celebrating Paint the Parkway Pink 5K đź©·

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What a day, San Antonio! On Saturday, October 11th, 2025, the 13th Annual Paint the Parkway Pink Fun Run—proudly presented by ThriveWell Cancer Foundation—was an incredible success, bringing together over 1,200 amazing people for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

Thank You, Sponsors and Partners!

This event would not have been possible without our dedicated supporters.  A massive and heartfelt shout-out to our Title Sponsor, START Breast Center, for your unwavering commitment to empowering patients to THRIVE! We are deeply grateful to all our sponsors—your generosity fuels our mission and provides hope. Thank you also to the San Antonio Police Training Academy for hosting us on your awesome, accessible course!

To Our Pink Warriors: You are the HEART of this Event!

• Survivors: Your presence was the most powerful part of the day. You inspire every single person who laced up their shoes!
• The Chappy B Mile Walk: This special mile, where participants earned a commemorative medal, was a deeply moving moment of remembrance and reflection for loved ones. Thank you for walking with purpose!
• Volunteers/ThriveWell Divas: You are the absolute BEST! From packet pickup to the finish line, your smiles and hard work made the day flawless.
• Participants: Whether you were crushing the 5K (congrats to our top finishers! ) or walking with your team, you showed up in force and made a difference.

Thank you for making the 13th year the biggest one yet! We can’t wait to see you next year.

SEE RACE RESULTS HERE

SEE RACE PICTURES HERE

A Night Shimmering in Pink: Women in Medicine & Law Pink Party

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What a sensational “women only” pink event we shared! The annual Women in Medicine and Law Pink Party was an explosion of positivity, a joyful celebration of survival, and a powerful demonstration of community. Every corner of the Mays Family Center at the Witte Museum buzzed with electric energy and glowed pink, making it a truly unforgettable evening.
The program was as moving as it was entertaining. It started on a heartfelt note with an invocation delivered by Stephanie Newton of Community Bible Church, setting the tone of gratitude. The air then filled with patriotic pride as the phenomenal Pink Party Singers performed a stirring rendition of “God Bless America.”

The house absolutely erupted for the sensational Dancing Divas, whose performance was nothing short of spectacular! Guiding us through the evening with grace, and wit was our stellar Mistress of Ceremonies, Jean Holt, MD. The emotional core of the night was the powerful family and survivor celebration, a beautiful tribute to the incredible strength and resilience shown by everyone who has faced cancer. Later, everyone got on their feet for the moment we wait for all year: the famous, unifying pink glove dance!

The fun didn’t stop there. Guests were treated to delicious culinary creations by the RK Group at various food stations, tried their luck at the competitive cork toss, and secured some fantastic finds at the bustling silent auction and pink market.  SEE PINK PARTY PICTURES. 

The Impact: Where Your Pink Power Goes

The event’s glamour is matched only by its impact. Funds raised are immediately channeled back into the life-changing programs of ThriveWell Cancer Foundation. Specifically, your generosity fuels the amazing ThriveWell Diva Program, which brings vital, free support directly to patients. Just last year, this program delivered over 2,500 free in-person exercise, nutrition, and wellness classes in San Antonio and New Braunfels. That’s thousands of hours dedicated to helping patients get STRONGER! In addition, did you know that the ThriveWell Patient Assistance Program provided essential relief, giving out an astonishing $1,665,000 in financial, transportation, and lodging support to nearly 2,000 cancer patients in 2024, easing their financial and logistical burdens during treatment.

Our Heartfelt Gratitude

An event this magnificent takes a village—a village of very generous partners! We offer our deepest appreciation to our presenting sponsor, University Health, and to all the sponsors whose support was the backbone of the entire night.
Finally, a massive, sincere thank you to every single person who came out! Your energy, your enthusiasm, and your commitment to this cause are what make the Pink Party a success year after year. And to the fabulous Jean Holt, MD and the Pink Party Steering Committee —your dedication, countless hours, and passion made this the triumphant night it was. We will see you at next year’s party.

SEE PINK PARTY PICTURES HERE