On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, the community rallied behind patients with cancer and their families during the annual Day of Hope. We were overwhelmed by the outpouring of compassion shown throughout the Five Cities and a record-breaking $139,722 was raised for Mission Hope Cancer Center - Arroyo Grande!

This incredible achievement would not have been possible without the generosity of our community’s donors, sponsors, volunteers, and partners including 16 teams selling special edition Santa Maria Times newspapers on 22 corners throughout Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach and Nipomo. These volunteers helping raise vital funds for local patients with cancer.

One hundred percent of all proceeds raised on Day of Hope stay in the local community, and every dollar makes a difference by supporting:

Patient Outreach: help underserved patients and families struggling financially during rigorous treatment schedules.
Equipment & Technology: to ensure the most advanced medical treatments and technologies are available locally for our family, friends, and neighbors.
Programs & Services: nutritional support, education, counseling, support groups, and more offered at no charge to patients and families.