Christian County Cattlemen Host Fundraiser Lunch for Chase Pemberton

Sack lunch sale to benefit family of local teen diagnosed with leukemia

Jan. 27, 2026 at 10:55pm

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The Christian County Cattlemen's Association is organizing a sack lunch fundraiser to support Chase Pemberton, a local teenager who was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia last year. The $12 meal includes a pork chop sandwich, chips, a drink, and a cookie, with all proceeds going directly to the Pemberton family.

Why it matters

The Pemberton family is facing significant medical expenses due to Chase's leukemia diagnosis, and the local community is rallying to provide financial support through this fundraiser organized by the Christian County Cattlemen's Association.

The details

The sack lunch fundraiser will feature a pork chop sandwich, chips, a drink, and a cookie for $12 per meal. Lunch orders are due by January 28th, with order forms available at the Farm Credit Mid-America office in Hopkinsville. Pickup for the meals will take place on February 4th from 11am to 1pm.

  • Lunch orders are due on January 28, 2026.
  • Meal pickup will take place on February 4, 2026 from 11am to 1pm.

The players

Chase Pemberton

A local teenager who was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia last year.

Don and Laurie Pemberton

The parents of Chase Pemberton.

Christian County Cattlemen's Association

A local organization hosting the sack lunch fundraiser to support the Pemberton family.

Jack Orem

A board member of the Christian County Cattlemen's Association who feels strongly about giving back to the community.

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