[WEST PALM BEACH, FL] March 9, 2026 — Miss America 2026 Cassie Donegan attended the Promise Fund’s Major Donor Dinner and Award Celebration at Club Colette in Palm Beach, joining nearly 150 community leaders, philanthropists, and healthcare advocates dedicated to expanding access to lifesaving breast and cervical cancer care for women across Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin counties.
Breast cancer survivor Ambassador Nancy G. Brinker and her son, Eric Brinker, announced a $1 million commitment to the Promise Fund, inspiring additional donors and helping push the organization’s seasonal fundraising total to $5 million, a milestone that will directly support lifesaving care for women in the region.
Cassie opened the event with a moving performance of the National Anthem, setting the tone for an evening focused on hope, progress, and the power of community support.
Since its founding, the Promise Fund has worked to increase survivorship through patient navigation, community education, strategic partnerships, and policy advocacy, ensuring women get the care they need when it matters most. The dinner celebrated the profound impact that donors, volunteers, and advocates have in saving lives and strengthening women’s health across the region.
As Miss America, Cassie is proud to support the Promise Fund and its mission, highlighting the importance of community-driven initiatives that empower and protect women nationwide.
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