Industry Rallies as The Common Thread for the Cure Expands Initiatives

Annual golf tournament and new fundraising events aim to support those in design and furnishings industries fighting cancer.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 7:19pm

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The Common Thread for the Cure Foundation is building on the momentum of a record-setting annual golf tournament last year, with new fundraising efforts across the design and furnishings industries to support individuals battling cancer. The foundation will hold its annual Lake Lure Golf Tournament in North Carolina in April, as well as host a series of events in California, Michigan, New York, and Florida later this year.

Why it matters

The Common Thread for the Cure is a prominent industry organization that provides support and resources to those in the design and furnishings sectors affected by cancer. Its expanded initiatives demonstrate growing industry-wide commitment to this cause, which impacts many professionals and their families.

The details

Last year's annual golf tournament in Lake Lure, North Carolina raised over $100,000 for the foundation, setting a new record. Encouraged by this success and increased industry support, The Common Thread for the Cure will hold the tournament again this April at the Rumbling Bald Resort. The organization is also advancing new fundraising efforts, including a 'Glamping' event in California, a 'Rose and Resilience' event in Michigan, a gala in New York City, and an event in Florida hosted by the Home Furnishings Association. An Ornament Exchange will also be held in two North Carolina locations in December, organized by employees of Momentum Textiles & Wallcovering.

  • The annual Lake Lure Golf Tournament will be held on April 24, 2026.
  • The Glamping event will take place in October 2026 in California.
  • The Rose and Resilience event will be held in October 2026 in Western Michigan.
  • The New York City Gala will take place in October 2026.
  • The Florida event hosted by the Home Furnishings Association will be held in November 2026.

The players

The Common Thread for the Cure Foundation

A non-profit organization that provides support and resources to those in the design and furnishings industries affected by cancer.

Jane Barea

The president of The Common Thread for the Cure Foundation.

Momentum Textiles & Wallcovering

A company that is organizing an Ornament Exchange fundraiser for The Common Thread for the Cure in December 2026.

Home Furnishings Association

An industry organization hosting a fundraising event for The Common Thread for the Cure in Florida in November 2026.

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What they’re saying

“Last year's annual golf tournament drew a record number of golfers, supporters, sponsors and industry partners, helping the event surpass previous fundraising totals.”

— Jane Barea, Foundation President

“That success has driven the incredible momentum we're experiencing this year, with industry organizations across the country stepping up to host fundraising events in support of our mission.”

— Jane Barea, Foundation President

What’s next

The Common Thread for the Cure Foundation is encouraging industry organizations and individuals to offer financial support for this year's events, host their own fundraising initiatives, or apply for grants from the foundation.

The takeaway

The expanded fundraising efforts of The Common Thread for the Cure demonstrate the design and furnishings industries' growing commitment to supporting those affected by cancer. By uniting organizations across the sector, the foundation is able to honor survivors, raise critical funds, and continue its mission of providing resources and assistance.