Light of Lea County

03/02/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and recognizing the signs.

Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers when caught early, yet many people delay screenings or overlook symptoms. Regular screenings and paying attention to changes in your body can truly save lives. Speaking with your doctor about when you should begin screening or if early testing may be right for you is an important step in protecting your health.

Some warning signs may include persistent stomach pain, changes in bowel habits, blood in the stool, unexplained weight loss, or ongoing fatigue. If you notice something that doesn’t feel right, don’t ignore it—talk to your doctor.

At Light of Lea County, we stand with the fighters, survivors, and families affected by cancer in our community. By sharing awareness and encouraging early detection, we can help protect the health of those we love.

Let’s continue to support one another and spread the message that early detection saves lives. 💙💛

02/03/2026

🎗️ National Cancer Prevention Month – February

You Don’t Have to Wait to Start

At Light of Lea County, we see every day how cancer impacts individuals, families, and our entire community. While many people wait for a New Year’s resolution to begin healthier habits, the truth is—

You can start anytime.

February is National Cancer Prevention Month, a reminder that small, intentional changes today can help reduce cancer risk and support long-term health.

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Prevention Starts With Everyday Choices

✔️ Eat nutritious, balanced meals
✔️ Stay physically active
✔️ Avoid to***co and limit alcohol
✔️ Protect your skin from the sun
✔️ Keep up with recommended health screenings
✔️ Prioritize rest, stress management, and self-care

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Why Prevention Matters

Early prevention and early detection save lives. At Light of Lea County, we provide support, education, and resources to those affected by cancer — and we believe empowering our community with knowledge is one of the strongest tools we have.

You don’t need a perfect plan.
You don’t need a special date.
You just need to begin.

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💛 Light of Lea County

Supporting hope, healing, and healthier lives in Lea County
🌐 www.lightofleacounty.org

10/25/2025

Texas Roadhouse is supporting Light of Lea County this month by selling T-shirts, appetizers, and wristbands. The proceeds from these sales will go to Light of Lea County, which provides local cancer patients with gas, food, lodging, and utilities while they undergo cancer treatment. This is a fantastic opportunity to support your local cancer patients. Stay blessed.

09/27/2025

🍨✨ Stop by the Light of Lea County Booth and make yourself a delicious Ice Cream Sundae for a donation!!!!! Every scoop helps support our mission. 💛

A HUGE thank you to What’s the Scoop for generously donating the ice cream to make this possible – we are so grateful for their sweet support! 🍦💛

Come treat yourself while making a difference!

09/26/2025

09/26/2025

Go Gold with us today in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness! 💛
Then head to United Way’s ChiliFest Kickoff and join our Walk for Light down Broadway to honor survivors, remember loved ones, and stand with families currently fighting. We’ll have luminarias available for $5—all proceeds benefit Light of Lea County’s mission.

09/08/2025

🌶✨ **United Way’s Chili Fest is almost here!** ✨🌶

📅 **September 26th–27th**
📍 Downtown Broadway

Join us for United Way of Lea Countys **Campaign Kickoff** filled with fun, food, and festivities for the whole family!

💛 On **Friday Night**, United Way will host the **Walk for Light** — a memory and survivor walk honoring those impacted by cancer. Together, we’ll light up Downtown Broadway with **luminarias (\$5 a bag)**. All proceeds go directly back into Light of Lea County to continue serving families in our community.

✨ We especially invite **anyone who has battled or is currently battling cancer** to walk with us as we honor your courage and strength.

🙏 A huge THANK YOU to United Way of Lea County for putting on this walk and supporting our mission.

🎗 Plus, September is **Childhood Cancer Awareness Month**. On **September 26th**, let’s all **GO GOLD in Lea County** to raise awareness for the youth and families who are affected.

✨ Bring your family, bring your friends, and come celebrate community, hope, and awareness at Chili Fest — you won’t want to miss it!

08/17/2025

💛 Big THANK YOU to the Hobbs High School Student Council for always giving to Light of Lea County! Your support means so much to our mission.

Parents—encourage your students to help sell out the bake sale 🧁🍪 Every treat makes a difference!

Bake sale alert! Our STUCO crew has been gearing up for our first HHS bake sale! Don't miss out on the deliciousness - meet us during A & B Lunch starting this Monday through Friday and be ready to pay with cash! 🛑 💰 CASH ONLY please

08/07/2025

🌟 A huge THANK YOU to United Way of Lea County for providing nonprofit organizations with a space at the Lea County Fair & Rodeo! 🎡🐂
We’re so grateful for the opportunity to connect with our community, share vital resources, and spread awareness about the mission of Light of Lea County — helping cancer patients across our area with non-medical expenses like travel, groceries, and utilities. 💡💛

We encourage everyone to stop by, say hello, and learn more from one of our amazing Board Members. Whether you have questions, want to get involved, or just want to show support — we’d love to see you!

Together, we are lighting the way for families in need. ✨

07/15/2025

A huge THANK YOU to IPS for once again showing up big for Light of Lea County with their incredible Annual Golf Tournament!

In 2024, they raised an amazing $50,000 — and this year, in 2025, they went above and beyond, raising a record-breaking $70,000!

We are beyond grateful for the heart, dedication, and hard work IPS pours into this event to ensure every dollar goes directly back to helping Lea County residents battling cancer. 💛

Light of Lea County assists with non-medical expenses such as travel, groceries, and utilities. We do not base assistance on income, and our support is available to all residents of Lea County, including Jal, Eunice, Hobbs, Lovington, and Tatum.

If you know someone who could greatly benefit from these services, please send them to https://lightofleacounty.org/ for more information.

Let’s keep the momentum going! 💥 Join us in 2026 as we rally with IPS to push for the $100,000 mark, expanding the impact we can make for those in need in our community.

Together, we are stronger. Together, we are Light of Lea County. 💡