Parks board waives field fee, approves location change for 'Jamieson’s Football for the Cure'

The Hendersonville Parks Board voted to approve a location change and waive field rental fees for Jamieson Wharton’s annual charity event, “Jamieson’s Football for the Cure.” The board’s approval followed a public comment from Jamieson’s mother, Danielle, who told the board how her son started the fundraiser at age 10 and how the event grew in Hendersonville.

Danielle described the event’s history and community support, saying the fundraiser split proceeds between Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center and the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge. “He raised $4,740 for a $5 football game,” Danielle said, recounting this year’s total and the event’s roots in her son’s childhood project.

A parks board member made a motion to approve the change of location and waive the rental fees; another member seconded the motion and the board voted in favor. Staff and board members thanked Danielle and noted the role Parks and Recreation has played in supporting the event over many years.

The board’s approval included an expectation that the organizer coordinate any required neighborhood notifications and special-event details with Parks and Recreation staff. Danielle said she will follow up on outstanding event logistics, including noise notifications for neighbors.

The board did not attach additional conditions beyond standard permit and coordination steps, and the item concluded with board members expressing appreciation for the community-focused fundraiser.