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OUR PARTNERS
Project Koru - https://www.projectkoru.org/

Project Koru enriches lives through community and the
outdoors as a way to move forward after cancer. The Koru
spiral is shaped like an unfurling fern frond. It symbolizes
new life, growth, strength, and peace - the very channels
of energy we aim to inspire for survivors at our camps. We
envision a world of empowered young adult cancer survivors.

Sephora Stands - https://www.sephorastands.
com/classes_for_confidence/

We stand with those facing major life transitions. Discover
techniques and products that address the visible effects
of cancer treatments in a fun, hands-on beauty class. Get
skincare tips tailored to your needs, then get matched with
Color IQ and receive step-by-step instructions for a radiant
complexion, natural looking brows and defined eyes.

Soccer for the Future - https://www.soccerforthefuture.com/

Soccer for the Future is a nonprofit that provides soccer
programming for pediatric cancer survivors, patients and
their siblings, and we use the game of soccer to teach
short term goal setting skills. Create a safe place for kids
experiencing cancer to gain the confidence and skills to play
soccer and succeed in their goal setting endeavors.

The Steven G AYA Cancer Research Fund
- fightconquercure.org

The Steven G. AYA Cancer Research Fund is a non-profit
organization. Our purpose is to raise awareness about AYA
cancer and the need for research to find better ways to
treat and cure our young people! Throughout the year we
distribute Be Calm & Stay Strong Wellness Bags to YA (young
adult) cancer patients in Ohio as well as smoothie days at
Rainbow Babies and Children Hospital in Cleveland, OH. The
Smoothie Day Program provides a nutritious snack and a
healthy break from the world of cancer.

Stupid Cancer - stupidcancer.org

Stupid Cancer a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is the leader
in young adult cancer advocacy, research and support. We
create shared experiences by producing life-changing live
events and digital content that end isolation, build community,
provide education and foster meaningful relationships
that last a lifetime. Our mission is to empower, support
and improve health outcomes for the young adult cancer
community.

Teen Cancer America - https://teencanceramerica.org/

Formed by legendary rockers Roger Daltrey and Pete
Townshend of the Who, Teen Cancer America's (TCA) mission
is to improve the experience, outcomes and survival of
teens and young adults with cancer by providing facilities
and programs designed especially for them in hospitals
throughout the USA. Through Teen Cancer America, we can
HEAL, SUPPORT and TRANSFORM lives. Together, we can
EMPOWER THE FUTURE!

Thrive Causemetics- https://thrivecausemetics.
com/

Resources

Triage Cancer - https://triagecancer.org/

Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that
provides education on the practical and legal issues that
may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their
caregivers, through events, materials and resources. A
cancer diagnosis can be a life altering event, not only for
the individual diagnosed, but also for an individual's family,
friends, caregivers, and community of support. Triage Cancer
helps people move beyond diagnosis.

True North Treks - truenorthtreks.org

At True North Treks, we help teens & young adults with
cancer find direction through connection after the very
dis-connecting experience cancer can bring. We fulfill
our mission through implementing unique and supportive
healthcare programs and services that are not available
anywhere else. With a little help and guidance from the
STARS, we do this through Skills Training, Advocacy,
Resources and Support.

Ulman Foundation - https://ulmanfoundation.
org/

The Ulman Foundation has been nothing by supportive to me
during my cancer journey. From providing key information,
to visiting me during my chemotherapy treatments, they
showed me that I am not alone in this fight to end cancer." Lena, Hodgkin's Lymphoma Survivor. The Ulman Foundation
is dedicated to changing lives by creating a community of
support for young adults, and their loved ones, impacted by
cancer.

Willpower Girl - Mette de Fine Licht willpowergirl.com

Teenage cancer survivor, author, blogger and speaker Mette
de Fine Licht has written 10 books, including the memoir,
Willpower Girl - A Teenager's Trek Through Cancer. The
book is a rare insight into a teenage cancer patient's mind
with all the fear, doubt and longing for a normal teenage life.

YACS (Young Adult Cancer Support)
Pittsburgh - www.cancercaring.org/yacs

YACS (Young Adult Cancer Support) Pittsburgh is a program
of the Cancer Caring Center, a non-profit organization. By
providing support groups and free social outings for young
adult cancer survivors and co-survivors, they're able to close
the gap of feeling isolated and instead build friendships with
others who can relate. Financial assistance is also offered
for young adult cancer survivors in the Western PA region.
We are dedicated to offering support and being the liaison
between the survivors and all other young adult cancer
resources.

yoga4cancer - y4c.com

yoga4cancer (y4c) is a specialized yoga methodology that is
tailored to address the specific physical and emotional needs
left by the cancer & its treatments. This unique evidencebased approach is not just gentle or restorative yoga but
focuses on how to stimulate the immune system through
movement, improve flexibility & strength along with reduced
anxiety and boost overall well-being.

Thrive Causemetics was born out of a friendship. Makeup
artist and product developer, Karissa Bodnar, lost her
dear friend Kristy to cancer at just 24 years old. Kristy's
compassionate and vivacious spirit inspired Karissa to
establish Thrive Causemetics, a beauty brand and philosophy
that goes beyond skin deep by empowering women.

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SEPTEMBER 2019

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