Women and Wellness
Women empowering women in the fight against cancer
Over the past three decades, Women and Wellness has grown into a tradition of women empowering women in the fight against women’s cancer.
Experience the impact of Women and Wellness and how philanthropic support over the past 30 years has contributed to critical advances that are saving lives.
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Upcoming Events
Women and Wellness Luncheon
Women empowering women in the cancer fight
Each February, the annual Women and Wellness luncheon at The Jefferson Hotel features a keynote speaker to share her personal experience and to motivate and empower others. The annual event has drawn speakers that have included Joan London, Meg Ryan, Elizabeth Gilbert and Suleika Jaouad, among others.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
11 am » The Jefferson Hotel
2026 KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Chaunté Lowe
A decorated American track and field athlete, Chaunté Lowe is a four-time U.S. Olympian and the current American record holder in the women’s high jump, holding a bronze medal from the 2008 Beijing Olympics. In 2019, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and garnered national attention for continuing to train for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics during and after her cancer treatment. Her speaking platform centers on resilience, a "champion mindset," and the power of health self-advocacy.
Play It Forward Tennis Tournament and Celebration
Rallying for a cure. Together.
The Women and Wellness Play It Forward tennis tournament invites Richmonders to rally together to fight cancer. Each October, Women and Wellness hosts a Play It Forward weekend, kicking off with a Friday evening celebration and two days of tennis, with singles and doubles opportunities for women, men and kids.
October 2026 Dates TBA
Courtside West
October
Exploring the evolution of women’s health and cancer research
By gathering together to share information and advocate for early detection and screenings, Women and Wellness has empowered and saved lives for more than 30 years, raising more than $5 million to advance cancer research and innovation at VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center. Women and Wellness is moving us closer to a future without the burdens of cancer.
“The story of Women and Wellness is shared and told by all of us. Words of wisdom from the past, gratitude from the present and hope for the future. Together, WE are Women and Wellness.”
—Melissa Weaver, Women and Wellness chair
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Reach out to us for more information about Women and Wellness and sponsorship opportunities. Meghan Zapiec, Associate Director Events and Community Engagement, mzapiec@vcu.edu.
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