In May 2019 I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer Stage 2A. My diagnosis came at a time where I was still grieving the loss of my father and right before my youngest son's first birthday. When I heard the words "you have breast cancer" my world stopped, everything was in slow motion and began tumbling down around me. I had no idea all the different sub-types of breast cancer; I just thought breast cancer was breast cancer. Once I learned that the type I was diagnosed with was very serious and not many options for treatment; I threw myself into researching everything I could. I have always leaned towards holistic/natural remedies but knew with this type of breast cancer I could not risk using only that for healing. I moved forward with integrative medicine. I included a conventional oncologist as well as a holistic oncologist on my team of doctors. I pushed all the fear out of my decision making; I based all my decisions on my overall survival rather than fear. I removed the idea of fighting cancer. Cancer is me, it is part of my body and if I was fighting cancer then I was fighting myself. I held onto my faith and decided my goal was to heal my body from the inside out. November 2023 is 4 years cancer free. To say I am blessed doesn't quite express what that means or how important this is. Many women with triple negative have recurrence within the first year or two. My oncologist told me if I can make it to 4 years that will be a good sign. I continue to be grateful for each day. There are many struggles that no one ever warns you about; I call it the "aftermath" of cancer but I don't let it bring me down. I am living my best life, creating memories and experiencing adventures. I thank God, my family and my amazing friends who are always with me.
Runway for a Cure is an event that shows child and adult cancer fighters and survivors their courageous, confidence, strength and beauty. We are partnering with local boutiques, local celebrities and community heroes to make this a show you won’t want to miss. Cocktail hour, raffles, auctions, live performances & more.
We welcome 50+ cancer fighters and survivors from all around the country, while also honoring angels lost due to cancer.
Saturday, March 23rd 2024
The Rhodes on Pawtuxet
60 Rhodes Place, Cranston, RI 02905
5-9 pm
Purchase Tickets: https://gohfdn.booktix.net/
Runway for a Cure Fundraising
- Donate to a cancer survivor/fighter model through their peer to peer fundraising link - 100% of your donation will go towards our programs for helping kids battling cancer. Two models (one adult and one child) who have fundraised the most, will be recognized at the show and be able to make remarks. Help us hit our fundraising goal of $100,000!
What we do
Glimmer of Hope Foundation is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization that shows girls and boys their strength and beauty through the donation of bald dolls and provides HOPE to families battling childhood cancer.
Glimmer of Hope Foundation is a tax-exempt public charity (federal tax ID #851607457). All contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.
- Bald Dolls: To make the world a less scary place for children battling cancer, we sponsor and donate dolls and bald dolls to better help children feel represented and confident during their journey.
- “Best Day Ever” Photo Shoots: A magical day for a group of girls battling cancer. The Best Day Ever features: hair and makeup services, a gift basket, a catered lunch, crafts, a princess dress and a doll in a matching princess dress, followed by a professional photoshoot at a magical location!
- Bereavement Boxes: To help heal a broken heart, we have created bereavement boxes for families we have served after their child has passed. We partner with Spencer Welch Studios to send watercolor portraits of each child as part of each box.