NEWSLETTER
The Cancer Foundation
GEORGIA CANCER SPECIALISTS ATHENS DONATES $10,000 TO SUPPORT TCF
Georgia Cancer Specialists Athens (GCS), a division of Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing cancer care and support for patients and their families across northeast Georgia recently with a $10,000 gift. This donation will help The Cancer Foundation continue its vital work to reduce barriers to cancer care by providing financial and nutritional assistance to individuals battling this disease
“Georgia Cancer Specialist Athens is very lucky to be in a community where an organization like The Cancer Foundation exists ” says Gwyneth Shanks, LCSW, Georgia Cancer Specialist Athens
THE CANCER FOUNDATION
is pleased to announce the relocation of our organization to our new location This move represents our ongoing commitment to providing outstanding support and resources to individuals and families affected by cancer in our community. The new location offers much needed increased space for our Nutritional Assistance Program, volunteer opportunities, and community outreach initiatives With this expansion, The Cancer Foundation aims to reach more people in need and increase the impact of our services.
Pictured from left to right: Cameron “Jay” Harrelson, Dr. Ranjana Bhargava, Dr. Ali Sayed, Tina Laseter, Dr Priya Rudolph, Lee Pulliam and Joey Tripp
A WORD FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
DearFoundationFamily,
Aswemoveintoanewseason,Iamgratefulforourcommunity's unwaveringsupport.Yourgenerosityhasallowedustoprovidevitalfinancial andnutritionalassistancetocancerpatientsthroughoutNortheastGeorgia, helpingthemfocusonhealingandhope
Lookingahead,weareexcitedaboutthefutureofTheCancerFoundation. Withyoursupport,wearecommittedtogrowingourprogramsand expandingourreachtoservethoseinneedbetterButwecan’tdoitalone weneedyourinput!Wevalueyourthoughts,ideas,andfeedbackaswe evolveandimproveourservices
Wewelcomeyourinputifyouhavesuggestionsfornewinitiatives,thoughts oncurrentprograms,orwanttoshareyourexperienceWeencourageyou toparticipateinoneoftheeventsbelowortocontactmedirectlyat(706) 353-4354orjtripp@cfnegaorgTogether,wecancontinuetomakea meaningfuldifferenceandshapeabrighterfutureforthefamiliesweserve
Thankyouforbeingapartofthisjourneywithus
KindRegards,
J ExecutiveDirector
BEYOND THE BATTLE BRUNCH
was a resounding success. Nearly 200 patients and caregivers enjoyed a delightful brunch while engaging in heartfelt conversations with TCF staff, vendors, and others traveling the cancer journey Inspiring speakers included David Bradley, President & CEO of the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce; Jeff Dantzler, an awardwinning broadcaster, speaker, writer, and media personality who serves in various capacities, primarily for the University of Georgia; and keynote speaker Andrea Griffith Girtz, a former television news anchor and media executive who now leads her own communication firm. They shared their personal journeys, motivating others to embrace their own battles with courage and hope The brunch was a powerful expression of the strength found in community, the importance of supporting one another, and a reminder that no one travels this journey alone
REMEMBER WITH LOVE “A LIGHTED TRIBUTE TO LOVED ONES LOST”
The holidays can be an emotional time for those who have lost loved ones Finding ways to honor their memory can provide comfort and a sense of connection during this emotional time To help, The Cancer Foundation will host our first ever Remember with Love – “A Lighted Tribute to Loved Ones Lost” candlelight vigil The event brought to you through the generosity of University Cancer & Blood Center will honor and remember those affected by cancer. The vigil will feature light refreshments, a speaker, lighting of candles, reading of names of those we’ve lost, a moment of silence and an opportunity for individuals touched by this devasting disease to come together in a meaningful way If you’d like to include your loved one’s name in the reading at our candlelight vigil, please register at wwwcfnegaorg/rememberwithlove or contact Cameron “Jay” Harrelson at 7063534354
PATIENTS SERVED
Number Served Per County
Banks(23)
Barrow(63)
Clarke(144)
Elbert(48)
Franklin(41)
Greene(26)
Habersham(45)
Hart(40)
Jackson(56)
Jasper(10)
Lumpkin(16)
Madison(61)
Morgan(17)
Newton(91)
Oconee(18)
Oglethorpe(28)
Putnam(12)
Rabun(10)
Stephens(45)
Taliaferro(2)
Towns(6)
Union(6)
Walton(65)
White(29)
Wilkes(16)
PATIENT PANTRY PROGRAM
In the second half of 2023, the Cancer Foundation took significant steps to formalize its Patient Pantry Program, aiming to provide essential nutritional support to those undergoing cancer treatment. During this period, the program successfully served 64 patients, distributing 95 bags of food. This effort resulted in a total of 1,841 meals provided, ensuring that cancer patients had access to nutritious meals to support their health and recovery.
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
ItistheopinionexpressedintheIndependent Auditors’ReportissuedbyRushtonCPAthatthe financialstatementsofTheCancerFoundation presentfairly,inallmaterialrespectsthefinancial positionofTheCancerFoundationasofDecember 31,2023and2022,thechangesinitsnetassetsand itscashflowsfortheyearsendedinaccordance withaccountingprinciplesgenerallyacceptedin theUnitedStates
2024 COMMUNITY SPONSORS
RememberWithLove InLovingMemoryof....
JimBell
DavidW.Blackmond,Sr.
TinkerBoatright
JamesBrownlee
EllenBrugger
JaniceCarlson
KathrynChambers
JoyceChandler
MarthaCollins
GordonDickerson
GeorgeDougherty
DorisElsmore
BobFleener
BetsyGallant
StephanieGamble
April-October2024
SueGatliff
F.H.Hawkins
AnnetteHerdon
MaryAliceHudson
KellyInglett
DougLandrum
JohnLedyard
DonLeebern
RichardLynch
GinnyLynch
KelliMcConnell
JoyceMcElhannon
ConnieMcMillan
PatsyMoody
JenniferMosley
JimMundy
BobPeecher
MiltonPurcell
Dr.NicholeRay
JohnReed
MargeSchneider
JoyceSellers
LindaSettle
BarbaraSmith
EvaSmith
AlSyler
SteveSyler
SylviaThompson
QuideJuneTimms
NancyTownsend
JanetWarner
ThomasE.Wood
JeffreyWoods
AndreaYeany
Ms Sonja Anderson
Davis
SIP ‘N SHUCK RAISES OVER $116,000
Thanks to the generosity of our guests, Champions of Hope, and the McLeroy Family Foundation, The Cancer Foundation is able to continue our mission of easing the financial burden of cancer. How? With $116,000, we can provide 116 cancer patients with financial assistance and weekly access to our stable pantry program This amount also allows us to fulfill 489 requests for financial assistance based on average amount of support requested, or it can cover transportation for daily radiation treatments for 464 patients
“ChampionsofHope”
Collectivelyraised $35,000tosupport theprogramand servicesofThe
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In Celebration of.....
BrooksArnold
April-October2024
JarrettMartin
FredMcClain
SheilaMcConnell
BarabaraLynn
GeneLurwig
Charles&TammyWood
CaitlinYalamanchili
BETTER TOGETHER
TCF has prioritized building community relationships as a core part of our mission We believe that strong local connections can enhance our support for cancer patients and their families.
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Jay Harrelson
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