Circle 1000 Co-Chairs Lori McKay & Katie Maggard invite you to the 39th Annual Circle 1000 Founders’ Celebration Brunch.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
9 – 11 AM
Balboa Bay Resort
1221 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA
8:30 AM | Registration & Photos
9:00 AM | Program & Brunch
Inquiries: hhfevents@hoag.org
We invite you to become an underwriter for the 39th Annual Circle 1000 Founders’ Celebration Brunch. Your generosity ensures that the Hoag Family Cancer Institute remains the leading provider of cancer care in Orange County, benefiting from the exceptional physicians, research, and technology supported by Circle 1000.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the supporters of the 39th Annual Circle 1000 Founders Celebration. Your unwavering dedication and generosity continue to guide our growth and impact. We look forward to sharing recognition soon.
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