The Tri-Cities Cancer Center Foundation received $223,000 from its Autumn Affair, which was 48 percent above its goal.

The 11th annual event was Nov. 12 at the Pasco Red Lion with 320 community supporters of the Tri-Cities Cancer Center and its foundation.

That amount included a $50,000 pledge that Dave Schultz with HAPO Community Credit Union announced during the evening.

"This was a record-breaking event," said Tom Cothran, Tri-Cities Cancer Center executive director. "It is inspiring and humbling to witness the generosity and support of our community."

CH2M Hill committed to the Platinum Sponsorship for a fifth year in a row. Other dedicated sponsors included Columbia Basin Hematology and Oncology, Kennewick General Hospital, Kadlec Regional Medical Center, Lourdes Health Network and URS.

All donations to the foundation provide nonreimbursed cancer programs and services to local patients and their families.

The Tri-Cities Cancer Center is a joint not-for-profit venture between Kadlec Regional Medical Center, Kennewick General Hospital and Lourdes Health Network.