Prostate Cancer Awareness of Central Iowa
Partner Spotlight
We are proud to highlight the dedicated partners who help make our mission possible. Through the shared commitment to our community, our partners play a vital role in our mission of providing support and awareness to Iowans affected by prostate cancer.
Alissa McKinney, Executive Director, Mark Good, Sr., Dr. Richard Deming, Medical Director
"In 2025, Above + Beyond Cancer made a profound impact in the lives of prostate cancer survivors, offering support through the Hotel Program, weekly Optimal Living sessions, and a range of special events. Through our Hotel Program, we provided more than 30 nights of lodging for 6 individuals and their caregivers undergoing treatment, ensuring comfort and peace of mind during a challenging time.
Additionally, three prostate cancer survivors participated in the life-changing Transformational Journey to Patagonia, and one survivor took part in the inspiring JUMP event, both designed to foster healing and personal growth beyond diagnosis.
The generous support from Team Blue has been instrumental in advancing our mission. The contributions empower us to elevate the mind, body, and spirit of patients, survivors, and caregivers, enriching their journey through cancer with hope, resilience, and community."
- Becky Pospisal
Director of Mission Delivery, Above + Beyond Cancer
Providing Prostate Cancer Support
& Awareness
Our events and programs are intentionally driven to provide support and awareness to Iowa men and their families who are affected by prostate cancer.
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Through advocacy, awareness, and community engagement, we’re working to ensure that no man - and no family - face this journey alone.
Team Blue Iowa is made up of survivors, supporters, and local Iowans who donate their time, talent, and treasures to ensure that every dollar we raise goes directly back to our community, helping to promote awareness and early detection. ​To date, we have given away more than $315,000.
Team Blue Iowa Annual Events
Backpack Program
Team Blue Iowa, in partnership with The Urology Center of Iowa, have raised funds to give newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients comfort backpacks filled with items that have been suggested by former patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. The backpacks contain items to occupy their mind and help them throughout treatment, whether that is surgery or radiation (books, blankets, puzzles, etc.) and other comfort items. They also contain critical information about their treatment regimen and ways to help in their recovery (information about treatment, physical therapy, incontinence garments, etc.)
If you are currently receiving prostate cancer treatments or know someone who is,
we'd love to connect with you and get a comfort backpack in your hands.
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