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Cancer resource alliance

A 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to supporting cancer patients and caregivers in the High Country

Our Services

The Cancer Resource Alliance (CRA) is a comprehensive team of healthcare professionals, business partners, cancer caregivers and cancer survivor volunteers as an arm of the Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. The CRA was established in 2006 as an outreach arm of Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center in Watauga County, the American Cancer Society and the Rural Healthcare Initiative of Avery County. The CRA presence in Watauga and Avery counties is further committed to helping Cancer Center cancer patients who qualify for assistance and their families with support services and programs.

Caregiver Support

Providing emotional and practical guidance for those who walk the path of care alongside a loved one.

Survivor Recognition

Annual events and dinners honoring the strength and resilience of our community members.

Cancer patient emergency fund raffle
Financial Aid

Emergency assistance for essential medical supplies, utilities, and transportation needs.

CRA Creative Pathways Logo
Community events 

Providing wigs, turbans, and prosthetics to help maintain dignity and comfort during treatment.

CRA Events

Upcoming Events

  • Sunflower Barn Quilt with Mark Perzel
    Sunflower Barn Quilt with Mark Perzel
    Sun, Jul 26
    Florence Thomas Art School
    Jul 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Florence Thomas Art School, 10 S Jefferson Ave, West Jefferson, NC 28694, USA
    This art class is designed to provide a safe and nurturing space for cancer patients and their caregivers to explore creative expression while fostering connection and support. All materials provided.
  • Felted Soaps with fiber artist Jane Campbell
    Felted Soaps with fiber artist Jane Campbell
    Sun, Aug 30
    Florence Thomas Art School
    Aug 30, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Florence Thomas Art School, 10 S Jefferson Ave, West Jefferson, NC 28694, USA
    This art class is designed to provide a safe and nurturing space for cancer patients and their caregivers to explore creative expression while fostering connection and support. All materials provided.
  • Cancer Community & Caregiver Appreciation Event
    Cancer Community & Caregiver Appreciation Event
    Sun, Oct 04
    Blowing Rock Conference Center
    Oct 04, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Blowing Rock Conference Center, 1818 Goforth Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605, USA
    Join us for a complimentary meal, live music by the Lucky Strikes, door prizes, raffle prizes, and a silent auction!
  • Expressive Arts Workshop with artist Ysabel Catharina
    Expressive Arts Workshop with artist Ysabel Catharina
    Sun, Jun 28
    Jun 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Florence Thomas Art School, 10 S Jefferson Ave, West Jefferson, NC 28694, USA
    This art class is designed to provide a safe and nurturing space for cancer patients and their caregivers to explore creative expression while fostering connection and support. All materials provided.

Donate

We bridge the gap for patients in Watauga and Avery counties. Your contribution directly funds emergency assistance, ensuring no one faces financial hardship while fighting cancer, providing programs and services to support the cncer journey through movemnt, creativity, confidence, and connection.

Volunteer

Volunteers have the opportunity to make a direct impact on families experience cancer. Volunteers may help with events, transportation, social and emotional support, and much more.

Together, we are stronger

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