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Florence fundraiser will mix breakfast favorites with South Carolina football stories

Florence, South Carolina – HopeHealth is bringing together breakfast favorites, Gamecock football voices, and a cause rooted in community care for its third-annual Brinner event in Florence.

The breakfast-for-dinner fundraiser will take place Thursday, June 4, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Florence Country Club. This year’s gathering will feature LaNorris Sellers, Jayden Sellers, and Tommy Suggs, giving guests a chance to hear from familiar names connected to South Carolina football while supporting patients who face barriers to health care.

The event is co-presented by McLeod Health and MUSC Florence Division. Chronic Care Staffing, HUB, Molina, and Carrington Wingard are also among the key sponsors helping support the evening.

Proceeds from Brinner will go toward the HopeHealth Compassionate Care Fund, which helps patients who are dealing with financial hardship and limited access to care. The fund supports essential services such as preventive health screenings, emergency assistance, and other forms of help for people who may otherwise struggle to receive the care they need.

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For HopeHealth, this year’s event carries a personal connection. LaNorris and Jayden Sellers grew up receiving care through the organization, making their participation especially meaningful as they return in support of the mission.

“LaNorris and Jayden Sellers grew up receiving care through HopeHealth, making this event especially meaningful for our organization and the patients we serve,” said Carl Humphries, CEO of HopeHealth.

“Their willingness to give back alongside Tommy Suggs speaks volumes about the importance of community and investing in the health and well-being of future generations.”

Suggs, known both as a sports commentator and as South Carolina’s starting quarterback from 1968 to 1970, will join the Sellers brothers for an evening expected to mix football memories, personal stories, fellowship, and community engagement.

HopeHealth said the event is nearly sold out, though limited sponsorship opportunities remain available. Those interested in tickets or additional information can contact Tiffany Straus at [email protected].

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Beyond the fundraiser, HopeHealth continues to serve as a nonprofit provider of affordable primary and specialty health care across the region. Its federally qualified health centers serve patients in Florence, Aiken for infectious diseases, Clarendon, Orangeburg, and Williamsburg counties.

The organization says it is the health care home of choice for nearly 85,000 patients. Those interested in becoming a patient can call 843-667-9414 or visit https://www.hope-health.org.

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Publisher Caroline Williams has more than 15 years of experience in journalism and media leadership across the Southeast. She has led Florence News Journal since its transition to a digital-first platform, guiding its growth as an independent voice for Florence County. Before joining the organization, she held editorial and management roles at regional publications and digital news ventures, with a focus on community engagement and sustainable local journalism models. With a college degree in journalism, Caroline is passionate about the role of local news in fostering informed, connected communities.

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