Director’s Circle


Director’s Circle

The Advisory Board of the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB will host its 38th annual ArtBLINK Gala on Feb. 4, 2023.
We are excited to be back in The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital as we celebrate loyal friends of the O’Neal Cancer Center
as the 2023 Director’s Circle Honorees, Gray and Lee Thuston.

2023 Director's Circle Honorees, Gray and Lee Thuston

The ArtBLINK Director’s Circle is a membership program that offers people an opportunity to invest in and engage with the O’Neal Cancer Center. Members’ investments support high-priority initiatives at the O’Neal Cancer Center, including research projects and patient navigator programs.

This year, we are proud to honor Gray and Lee Thuston for their longstanding, significant commitment to the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center and Birmingham at large. Lee has served on the Advisory Board since 1994, holding numerous roles throughout his tenure including President (2000 – 2002) and Income Development Chair. His unwavering dedication to the Cancer Center and the health of the Birmingham community helped lay the groundwork for community investment in cutting-edge research and innovative patient care. Gray and Lee’s volunteer and philanthropic efforts at the O’Neal Cancer Center and throughout the Birmingham community have truly made an impact on the lives of countless individuals, and it is a privilege to recognize them for all they have invested to make Birmingham and the state of Alabama a healthier, more vibrant place to live.

Join the Director’s Circle or make a personal gift in honor of the Thuston family online via Touchnet.

Ready for the gala?

Learn more about event details and the featured artist!

Ready for the gala?

Learn more about event details and the featured artist!

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