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Cheers Jen Cheers: Kicking off Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Celebrating Impact

Our foundation kicked off Breast Cancer Awareness month with our Cheers Jen Cheers event on September 29 at OpenTap. It was a time to celebrate the impact of our mission...

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Incorporating Self-Care Amidst a Cancer Diagnosis 

You have been thrust into a health crisis. Nobody could have seen it coming. You are too busy for this life disruption. You have work, a husband/partner, kids, responsibilities. There...

Finding Your Way: Tips for Navigating a Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Navigating breast cancer can be challenging, but knowing what to expect and how to manage things can make a big difference. When newly diagnosed you are receiving a lot of...

Go Jen Go Grantee Spotlight: Cheryl B.

When Cheryl was diagnosed with breast cancer on March 22, 2022, her life changed. Rather than letting the diagnosis define her, Cheryl embraced healing and empowerment. “Having a great support...

The Importance of Faith, a Strong Support System and Asking for Help

Our foundation was honored to be able to support Sheila during her breast cancer journey and help give her financial support to focus on her health and fight against breast...

Grantee Spotlight: Fulvia A. Sharing Her Breast Cancer Journey to Give Hope

In March of 2024, Fulvia’s life took an unexpected turn. Living in Waxhaw, North Carolina, far from her native Colombia, she was suddenly thrust into a battle that no one...

Caregiver Tips to Help You and Your Support System Stay Strong

The emotions of family caregivers caring for a loved one with cancer are complex, ranging from profound love and empathy to fear, sadness, and exhaustion. To stay healthy and strong...

Ways to Improve Your Mood and Mental Health With Food

Food for thought from our community partner Matone Counseling and Testing sharing how what we eat and drink plays a role in our mood and mental health. See their helpful...

Tips on Managing Tough Feelings, Forgiveness and Self Compassion

Our community partner Matone Counseling and Testing has some tips to remember while managing tough feelings during your breast cancer journey. Tip 1: Learn to recognize when you are angry...

Nutrition Tips to Help You During Breast Cancer Journey

Our community partner The After Cancer has some great tips on how to make healthy choices with nutrition during your breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. Tip 1: Plants. Plants...