The Heimerdinger Foundation To Host Second Annual Fisher & Friends This September

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Courtesy of The Heimerdinger Foundation

The Heimerdinger Foundation is set to host the second annual Tale-Gating with Fisher & Friends, held on the farm of former Tennessee Titan’s coach Jeff Fisher on Saturday, Sept. 24.

This event will offer Titans fans behind the scenes stories with NFL coaching, talent, and broadcast giants to be announced soon. The outdoor event will feature a four-course farm-to-table meal inspired by the nonprofit’s Meals 4 Health and Healing Program.

“Meals 4 Health and Healing was founded by Kathie Heimerdinger whose husband, Mike–former Tennessee Titans Offensive Coordinator–passed away from cancer,” shares foundation Executive Director Katharine Ray. “Through their experiences, Kathie and her family became acutely aware of the burden a cancer diagnosis places on the whole family. We know food is medicine and a source of comfort but between appointments and treatments, nutritious food preparation is often sidelined. Meals 4 Health and Healing helps fill that gap and allows for caregivers to focus on their loved one.”

In addition to entertainment and cuisine, there will also be a live and silent auctions. All proceeds will benefit the Meals 4 Health and Healing program of The Heimerdinger Foundation. For more information and to purchase tickets or sponsorships, click here.

Meals 4 Health and Healing prepares organic, immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory meals free of charge for cancer patients undergoing treatment and their caregivers. Since 2013, the nonprofit has provided over 150,000 servings to clients and their caregivers in Williamson and Davidson Counties.

Nearly 80% of cancer patients end up malnourished as a result of treatment, showing that nourishing meals can make a vital difference to patients as they undergo treatment. With an emphasis on serving those who are in crisis, have little or no caregiving support or are financially unable to provide nutritious foods, the program elevates the recovery process for many at high risk for malnutrition.

With over 250 active volunteers each year, the organization also educates volunteers about eating a whole food diet to reduce inflammation and the likelihood of chronic, inflammatory conditions such as cancer.

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