Murfreesboro Hosts 15th Annual Wine Around the Square
The local fundraiser supports breast cancer services throughout Rutherford County.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Downtown Murfreesboro hosted the 15th Annual Wine Around the Square event to benefit the Power of Pink Fund. Proceeds from the fundraiser support breast cancer care for women in the region.
Why it matters
The Power of Pink Fund provides critical financial and medical support, including diagnostic testing and patient education, for local residents facing breast cancer.
The Power of Pink Fund has generated more than $2 million in total funding since its inception. This support has enabled the provision of over 24,000 mammograms and diagnostic screenings for community members.
The players
Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation
This organization serves as the philanthropic arm of the regional healthcare system and coordinates community health support initiatives.
Power of Pink Fund
This fund is dedicated to providing comprehensive breast cancer care, screenings, and diagnostic services to residents in Rutherford County.
The details
The event included a VIP party at Whiskey Dix and a series of wine and spirit tastings held at various businesses across the Historic Downtown Square. Donations support a broad spectrum of care, from MRI scans and ultrasounds to transportation assistance for patients.
Timeline
October 24, 2026: The 15th Annual Wine Around the Square event took place.
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.: The main tasting event occurred on the downtown square.
Market Landscape
The foundation's fundraising activities for the Power of Pink Fund align with the regulatory and operational standards established by the Tennessee Charitable Solicitations Act. This event underscores the growing reliance on private philanthropy to supplement specialized diagnostic services in community healthcare.
Residents benefit directly from the program through improved access to diagnostic testing and medical equipment that might otherwise be cost-prohibitive. The event also drives foot traffic to downtown businesses participating in the spirit and wine tastings.
The takeaway
Events like Wine Around the Square demonstrate how local social traditions can sustain long-term public health infrastructure. Residents can continue to support these diagnostic services by participating in future regional fundraising campaigns.
Further reading
For more information on local charitable initiatives, visit Philanthropy.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WGNSRadio.
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