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Candles for Life Candles for Life is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization to help residents of Maverick County who have active cancer.

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of Candles for Life is to strengthen and support active cancer patients who reside in Maverick County. Cancer victims with extended expenses and needs for counselling will be serviced by this organization. As a local organization, Candles for Life will collaborate with community leaders to raise funds to help active cancer patients who are not covered by previous federal, state, or private means. All funds are administered in Maverick County.

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Celebrating health and culture for Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌺 Proud to bring our MCHD Breast and Cervical Cancer Services and Medical Financial Assistance resources to the community.

📍 Alfonso Mallen Recreation Center, Eagle Pass
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Rachael Salazar Gonzales, a resident of Maverick County, who has active cancer, receives her cancer assistance check fro...
09/12/2026

Rachael Salazar Gonzales, a resident of Maverick County, who has active cancer, receives her cancer assistance check from Candles for Life.

Rafael Gerardo Hernandez, a resident of Maverick County, who has active cancer, receives his cancer assistance check fro...
09/10/2026

Rafael Gerardo Hernandez, a resident of Maverick County, who has active cancer, receives his cancer assistance check from Candles for Life.

Alma Rosa Wheeler, a Maverick County resident, who has active cancer, receives her cancer assistance check from Candles ...
09/10/2026

Alma Rosa Wheeler, a Maverick County resident, who has active cancer, receives her cancer assistance check from Candles for Life.

Richard Flores, a resident of Maverick County, who has active cancer, receives his cancer assistance check from Candles ...
09/09/2026

Richard Flores, a resident of Maverick County, who has active cancer, receives his cancer assistance check from Candles for Life.

09/08/2026

Candles for Life Announces Annual Walkathon

EAGLE PASS, Texas — Candles for Life is inviting the community to come together this fall for its annual walkathon, an event dedicated to honoring cancer survivors, remembering those who have lost their lives and supporting local patients and their families.

This year’s event, themed “Aloha for Hope,” will be held Nov. 14, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Moncada Baseball Park.

Organizers said the walkathon is intended to bring families, friends and community members together in a show of solidarity with those affected by cancer.

The event will recognize survivors while also creating a space to remember loved ones and provide encouragement to individuals and families currently facing cancer.

Candles for Life emphasized that community participation and donations help strengthen the organization’s efforts to support local cancer patients.

Residents are encouraged to attend with family and friends and take part in an evening centered on hope, remembrance, faith and community support.

The organization’s message for this year’s event is simple: “Aloha for Hope — Walking Together for a Cure.”

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Candles for Life anuncia su caminata anual

EAGLE PASS, Texas — Candles for Life invita a la comunidad a unirse este otoño para su caminata anual, un evento dedicado a honrar a los sobrevivientes de cáncer, recordar a quienes han perdido la vida y apoyar a los pacientes locales y a sus familias.

El evento de este año, bajo el lema "Aloha for Hope" (Aloha por la Esperanza), se llevará a cabo el 14 de noviembre de 2026, de 6:00 p. m. a 9:00 p. m., en el parque de béisbol Moncada.

Los organizadores señalaron que la caminata busca reunir a familias, amigos y miembros de la comunidad en una muestra de solidaridad con las personas afectadas por el cáncer.

El evento reconocerá a los sobrevivientes y, al mismo tiempo, creará un espacio para recordar a los seres queridos y brindar ánimo a las personas y familias que actualmente enfrentan el cáncer.

Candles for Life destacó que la participación de la comunidad y las donaciones ayudan a fortalecer los esfuerzos de la organización para apoyar a los pacientes locales con cáncer.

Se invita a los residentes a asistir con familiares y amigos para participar en una velada centrada en la esperanza, el recuerdo, la fe y el apoyo comunitario.

El mensaje de la organización para el evento de este año es sencillo: "Aloha for Hope — Caminando juntos por una cura".

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Eagle Pass, TX
78852-78853

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