< Back Thriving Pink’s ProspeROSA holds first ‘cafecito’ event in Woodland GERARDO ZAVALA May 21, 2023 Thriving Pink’s ProspeROSA – a program aimed at providing outreach and support to the Latino and Spanish-speaking breast cancer community – held its first “cafecito” event Saturday at City Park in Woodland. The event was the first since the program held since it held its open house in early March and welcomed several breast cancer “guerreras” – Spanish for warriors. Several “guerreras” told their stories over coffee and pan dulce highlighting their struggles ranging from chemotherapy complications to common stigmas associated with breast cancer. Letitia Garcia, a breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed in 2016, said this was her first time attending a Thriving Pink event. “I’ve known about the organization for about a year,” she explained. “I got this invite a couple of days ago and I said, ‘I have to go and be there with my gals,’ because we’re all going through this journey together.” She noted that the journey is a difficult one and commended the program for providing a space for the Hispanic community to speak about their experiences. “Especially our women who are not speaking, are afraid and need somebody to talk to and that they can connect with,” she stressed. “Come and join us, we’d love to have you.” Maria Del Rio, the Spanish community coordinator for the program, said events like this were created because of a lack of support for the Latino population battling breast cancer. “For Latinos, we’re very community-driven,” Del Rio remarked. “Building networks and sharing a meal, that’s meaningful and provides support.” She explained that everyone attending has gone through similar struggles and is often more understanding of each other than relatives or friends who haven’t had breast cancer before. Del Rio is herself a breast cancer survivor and argued that she would’ve benefited from a support group with other Latinas. “I was diagnosed at 27 with stage two breast cancer and… my friends were there to support me, but I couldn’t find a network of people that was my age or knew someone who has gone through this,” she recounted. When she learned about the program, Del Rio said she was thrilled to be a part of developing something for Yolo County’s Latino community. “I wish I had that when I was going through chemo and through all of my treatment, which I’m still going through now,” she highlighted. “So it’s nice to see this community being built and just being a part of that.” Dr. Alicia Silva, a chairperson for the program, spearheaded the creation of ProspeROSA after noticing that there was a lack of resources available for her Spanish-speaking patients. “Today is a very special day because this is our very first event that’s really focused on Latinas in Yolo County having a get-together,” she argued. “I think it would be amazing if we could have a Latina support group.” Silva also highlighted the need to create more awareness among the Latino community because although breast cancer rates for Latinos in Yolo County are roughly the same as the average rate for other communities, they are often diagnosed in more advanced stages leading to worse outcomes. “So this is really important and really special,” she stressed. ProspeROSA’s headquarters are located at 501 2nd St. in Davis and serve as a place for individuals to connect, build community, check out books and other resources in Spanish and English and participate in programs, according to Board of Directors Chair Joni Rubin. The program has two upcoming events – a Spanish Zoom workshop at 5:30 p.m. on June 28 focusing on self-care for breast cancer survivors, and a Spanish workshop at 5:30 p.m. on July 6 featuring a leading genetics and breast cancer doctor. Previous Next

< Back Davis’ FIT House holds benefit spin class for breast cancer awareness month GERARDO ZAVALA Nov 1, 2022 With Breast Cancer Awareness Month coming to a close, Davis’ FIT House chose to hold a Survival of the FITest PINK Spin Class Saturday – a benefit ride that donated all proceeds to the nonprofit organization Thriving Pink. “Thriving Pink provides support for those diagnosed with breast cancer and to their families as well,” Caryn DeMoura, event coordinator and spin instructor, emphasized. “They have made a huge impact in the community and FIT House is proud to be a part of their community this year and past years.” The event was a success, with 15 people attending the outdoor spin class that featured four instructors and a DJ raising $1,600 for the Yolo County nonprofit. DeMoura noted that Royal Guest House partnered with FIT House this year to benefit Thriving Pink. “We are all thankful for this wonderful community who continue to show up and support each other through the hard and good times,” she stressed. Blanche McNaughton, co-owner of FIT House, noted that the business and Thriving Pink have always had a close relationship because they shared the same building before the nonprofit outgrew the small office. She argued that it’s important to support Thriving Pink because of what they do for local women. “They actually give to women of Davis… and you can see it enriches their lives right now in a time that’s really challenging for these women,” she highlighted. “They’re experiencing something most of us can’t even relate to and we feel it’s important that it gives back to women in our community.” FIT House Davis is located at 302 G St. in downtown Davis. To learn more about the business and upcoming events, visit fithousedavis.com . Leslie Hunter, executive director for Thriving Pink, noted that the nonprofit and FIT House have partnered on several events in the past, especially in October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. “We appreciate the support of the FIT House owners, instructors and clients who continue to volunteer for Thriving Pink,” Hunter highlighted. “They are a special Davis business who have supported our efforts since Thriving Pink was formed six years ago.” Joni Rubin, chair of the Thriving Pink Board of Directors, argued that “the statistics are daunting,” with one in eight women in the United States diagnosed with invasive breast cancer throughout their lifetime and an estimated 3.8 million survivors. “This is a disease that impacts all of us,” she stressed. “Everyone can help by increasing awareness around prevention and early detection and also by helping to support those in our community who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.” Rubin noted that increasing awareness can help to reduce stigma and fear while also promoting early detection and prevention. “If breast cancer is caught early, the outcomes are quite positive,” she explained. “The five-year survival rate for localized invasive breast cancer is 99%, according to the American Cancer Society.” “For those of us who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, October can be a particularly difficult month with all of the reminders of our disease but seeing the level of community-wide support throughout Yolo County is a powerful and inspiring message that we are not on this journey alone.” Rubin encourages people to be more proactive about early detection and prevention and can do so by first trying to notice any changes in our bodies. “I have heard many stories of women finding their breast cancer themselves because they noticed a change – maybe a lump or a change in their skin texture – and they didn’t ignore it,” Rubin remarked. “Anyone can stop by the Thriving Pink office to pick up materials in both English and Spanish on breast self-exams.” Additionally, Rubin said regular mammogram screening exams are important for early detection noting that “the earlier breast cancer is caught, the better the outcomes.” “During COVID there was a big drop off in mammograms, so we encourage people to return for their recommended screenings,” she emphasized. “In California, the Every Woman Counts program provides free breast cancer diagnostic screening for those with financial need.” Although October is breast cancer awareness month, Rubin stressed that breast cancer continues day in and day out. She encouraged people to stop by the Thriving Pink Office between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, or Friday to speak with one of its volunteers about breast cancer and to find support for the time of their diagnosis and throughout their survivorship. “It is our hope that no one in Yolo County will ever go through breast cancer alone or without the support that they need to thrive,” she continued. “Thriving Pink serves those impacted by breast cancer in Yolo County with no cost programs and services.” The nonprofit’s new office is located at 501 Second St. in Davis. For more information, visit thrivingpink.org . Previous Next

< Back Thriving Pink holds open house to celebrate launch of ProspeROSA ROBYN DOBSON Mar 7, 2023 Thriving Pink recently hosted an open house to celebrate the launch of ProspeROSA, a program aimed at providing outreach and support to the Latino and Spanish speaking breast cancer community. Founded in 2016, Thriving Pink is a volunteer-driven organization in Yolo County that focuses on supporting local breast cancer patients and survivors through programs, financial grants, workshops and renewal retreats. “ProspeROSA aims to provide culturally appropriate education, mentoring and resources in Spanish,” said Alicia Silva, ProspeROSA lead and board member. “We are excited to welcome our Latino community to the new office as a their office and home base.” Thriving Pink board members welcomed the community to their Davis office on Saturday for the event, connecting breast cancer Thrivers (“Guerreras” or Warriors) and supportive community members. “It was a beautiful event,” Silva said. “Thrivers were given hand fans with personalized inspirational messages and a rose to signify ProspeROSA.” The Thriving Pink Office and Community Room, which will now serve as the home to ProspeROSA, recently celebrated its official opening with a ribbon cutting in December. The headquarters, located at 501 2nd St. in Davis, serves as a place for individuals to connect, build community, check out books and other resources in Spanish or English and participate in programs, according to Board of Directors Chair Joni Rubin. Thriving Pink received funding for ProspeROSA through the Yolo County American Rescue Plan Mini Grants Program. These small grants allocated by supervisors were awarded to programs or projects that provide for a community benefit, offering opportunities within each district separate from the county’s larger ARP allocation process. Sheila Allen, deputy to District 4 Supervisor Jim Provenza, was in attendance at the open house and spoke about the importance of ProspeROSA. Previous Next

< Back Events throughout Yolo County to support Thriving Pink this October ROBYN DOBSON Oct 6, 2022 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and local organization Thriving Pink is hosting a sizable calendar of events to spread awareness and information about the impacts of breast cancer. Thriving Pink is a nonprofit organization focused on helping those in Yolo County impacted by breast cancer by providing a network of support and resources. Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed among U.S. women, with one in eight women in the U.S. being diagnosed with breast cancer in the course of their lifetime. Men are affected, too, with 1% of diagnoses being male. Throughout October, community members interested in supporting the organization or those a part of the breast cancer community can get involved in the various events, including a Zumbathon fundraiser, a Thriving Pink meet and greet and online workshops. “This is a super busy month for us,” said Joni Rubin, board chair. “One because we are really trying to go around and get the word out about awareness about breast cancer but then also the support that is available to people who are diagnosed with breast cancer.” Thriving Pink will be opening an office in Downtown Davis this month in order to offer workshops, support groups and easy access to materials. “It will be a gathering place for our community,” Rubin emphasized. The Woodland Police Officers’ Association, in partnership with the Woodland Law Enforcement Assistance Foundation, will be selling pink patches for the entire month. Patches are $10, with all proceeds going to Thriving Pink, and can be purchased from the Woodland Police Department lobby Monday through Friday from noon to 4 p.m. The Davis Food Co-op and Davis ACE Hardware will be hosting a “Round-up at the Register” for the entire month of October. Customers are asked to round up their purchase to the next dollar, with the extra cents being donated to Thriving Pink. Residents looking to combine their daily exercise while also supporting the organization can participate in three fundraisers being held around Davis. On Oct. 15, Balance Point Pilates Studio, located at 760 5th St., will be holding a “Pilates for Pink” fundraiser at 11:30 a.m. Those interested can sign up on the Balance Point Pilates’ website at https://balancepointpilatesdavis.com/ . On Oct. 22, Mirror Image Dance Studio, located at 2121 Second St., will be holding a Jazzercise fundraiser at their studio in Davis and online via Zoom. For details, visit www.facebook.com/jazzercisedavis/ or email jazzercisedavis@gmail.com . All fitness levels are welcome and encouraged to attend. Finally, a Zumbathon fundraiser will be held both in-person and online at Get Fit Davis Sport, located at 1809 Picasso Ave., from 7 to 8:30 p.m. “A big part of this is thanks to our local businesses sharing this information, so it is just blanketed across our community,” Rubin said. Other events this month include: -Woodland Luna Vista Rotary members and Thriving Pink volunteers will be visiting businesses in downtown Woodland and Davis to ask them to put up Thriving Pink window clings to show support for the breast cancer community. – Circle Z will donate a percentage of their flower sales throughout the month. Flowers can be purchased at Lucy’s Cafe & Farm Pantry at 16850 Yolo Ave. in Esparto. -Oct. 8: Thriving Pink will receive a financial grant from the Woodland Sunrise Rotary at the annual Salmon and Tri-tip Barbeque at the Yolo County Fairgrounds beginning at 6 p.m. -Oct. 11: Yolo County Board of Supervisors Breast Cancer Awareness Month proclamation. -Oct. 15: Thriving Pink meet and greet at Matchbook Winery, 12300 County Rd. in Zamora, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. -Oct. 15: Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at Woodland Community College, 2300 E Gibson Rd., at 10 a.m. -Oct. 18: Davis City Council Breast Cancer Awareness Month proclamation at 6:30 p.m. at the Davis city offices. -Oct. 22: Morning walk with local dignitaries at 10 a.m. in Northstar Park, located at 3434 Anderson Rd. in Davis. -Oct. 24: Zoom Workshop on integrative oncology from 7 to 8 p.m. Email Thrivingpink.org for the Zoom link. Rubin emphasized that they are always looking for more people to join their organization as they look to expand their services. “We are overwhelmingly a volunteer-run organization and people can sign up to volunteer,” Rubin highlighted. “There are a lot of different volunteer opportunities from making comfort bags to doing outreach to serving as peer mentors if people had breast cancer to helping us with translation in Spanish. We have a whole long list of ways people can volunteer.” For more information and ways to support Thriving Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, visit https://www.thrivingpink.org/ . Previous Next

< Back Survivors encourage screens for breast cancer detection Aaron Geerts, Express staff writer Oct 5, 2023 Numbers don’t lie, and they bring with them the devastating truth that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. As dire as this may seem, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and with it comes a pink storm of love, support, advocacy, education and inspiration to give those living with this deadly disease to fight. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, in 2023, an estimated 297,790 women and 2,800 men will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. On average, every two minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the US with about nine percent of all new breast cancer cases in the US diagnosed in women younger than 45 years old. Given these daunting statistics, the nonprofit Thriving Pink is helping those afflicted with breast cancer by offering a wide variety of services from financial programs and education workshops to mental/emotional support and community outings. One of the biggest lifesaving causes the organization advocates for is early screenings. “It’s incredibly important to participate in early screenings. So, mammograms are important, and people should talk to their doctor about when they should start their screenings. There’s been a drop off in mammograms since COVID, it’s very important to get that done but they don’t prevent breast cancer. But, they pick it up early and if breast cancer is caught early, it really is curable and treatable,” said Joni Rubin, a breast cancer survivor and chair on the board of directors for Thriving Pink. “I believe screening guidelines are changing nowadays, but I want to emphasize how important it is to talk to your healthcare provider. So, screenings might start at 40, but if you’re at higher risk for breast cancer, they might start you earlier.” Some of the most common risk factors for developing breast cancer that one should be aware of are age, family history/genetic mutations, reproductive history, having dense breasts, radiation exposure, hormone replacement therapy, lack of physical activity, being overweight or having obesity after menopause, drinking alcohol and smoking. Proof of early detection’s effectiveness can be found in the statistics. When caught in its earliest stages, the five-year survival rate is at 99 percent. Going hand-in-hand with advancements in early detection and treatment is the fact that women who receive regular screenings for breast cancer have a 26 percent lower breast cancer death rate than women who don’t receive screenings and there’s also been a 43 percent decline in breast cancer deaths over the past 30 years. Winter High School Spanish teacher and breast cancer survivor, Patricia Cisneros is living proof of early detection’s lifesaving effectiveness. “I was first diagnosed in 2018 with breast cancer. Normally, you get yearly mammograms and six months prior to my diagnosis there was nothing concerning at all. In that time, it went from nothing concerning to stage one. If I had waited until I was 50 for a screening which is what most women were doing, my story could have been completely different,” said Cisneros. “It’s been a roller-coaster ride where I get checked every six months. Come this January, it’s the five-year goal of every person with this type of cancer where they tend to say you’re ‘cured.’ So, at the moment I’m just in remission and that five-year mark is important.” For Cisneros, developing a dark sense of humor helped immensely to boost her morale in the fight against cancer. She also fuels her fire in the fight against cancer through – somewhat macabre – art. To learn more about how to help in the fight against breast cancer, visit Thriving Pink’s website at www.thrivingpink.org and sport the color pink all October long. Previous Next

< Back Breast Cancer Awareness 2022: Our pink team — Thriving Pink SPECIAL TO THE ENTERPRISE Oct 12, 2022 We invite you to join the Thriving Pink Team which is dedicated to helping breast cancer survivors thrive. Serving Yolo County, we provide a compassionate network of support and resources in partnership with the community. Our volunteers come from all different background — community leaders, business owners, health professionals — and those diagnosed with breast cancer. Thriving Pink is volunteer-driven and the leading nonprofit in Yolo County with this steadfast mission. Core programs include Mentoring Pink with support groups, health and wellness workshops and pink peer mentors. Granting Pink provides financial grants to help with immediate and essential needs. Partnering Pink partners with local businesses, organizations and individuals to further our mission and programs. Until there is a cure, we will continue to work together to make a difference in the lives of those that are battling this disease. “I am honored to serve as a strong advocate for this community,” said Joni Rubin, Chair of the Thriving Pink Board. “No one should go through breast cancer alone. It is so personally rewarding to serve as a Pink Peer to many, lead our outreach efforts and support our mentorship programs.” “Thriving Pink is a volunteer-driven organization,” said Leslie Hunter, Thriving Pink Executive Director. “We truly appreciate our dedicated board and committee members: Joni Rubin, Kelly Currywood, Denise Rose, Gayle Barry, Andrea Mayer, Dr. Alicia Silva, Martha Ozonoff, Katie Minke, Holly Davis Rodriguez, Rose Cholewinski, Linda Dunn, Sandy Walsh, Emma Hunter, Patti Hadrava, Lori Walters, Mara Lindsay, Emma Hunter, Sue Peri, Mary Yin Liu and many others. Several are breast cancer survivors who know first-hand how this diagnosis impacts the family and loved ones. ” A special thank you to our amazing community partners who sustain our mission and programs. Platinum Pink — Davis Firefighters Local 3494, Jim and Lucinda Childress, Harris and Mary Liu/Woodland McDonald’s and the George and Lena Valente Foundation. Hot Pink — Black Bear Diner Davis, Jeremy Brooks/Brooks Painting, JoAnn Stodden, Kathleen and Paul Hart, Michael and Mary Millie, Vandergriff Brent Family Fund, Zumbathon Team and in Memory of Adrienne Anderson. Bright Pink — Aggie Ace Hardware, Davis Ace Hardware, Guneet and Bubbly Bajwa, The Chan Family, Davis Enterprise, Kim Eichorn, Patty and Dave Krueger/Greiner Heating and Air, NorthBay Healthcare, Anthony and LaRease Profaci/Colavita, Robert Wiebe and Joni Rubin, Lori Schilling-Davis, Jim and Colleen Schneider, Sinor Mengali Group at Guild Mortgage, CC and Regina Yin/The Yin Ranch, In Memory of Cindy Ditler and In Memory of Ann Murray Paige. Many supporters give to honor friends, family members and loved ones. “I serve as a volunteer and donate to Thriving Pink because it is truly a local nonprofit organization which directly helps individuals and families impacted by this disease,” said Mara Lindsay. “I am also a breast cancer survivor/thriver, and it means so much to me to be able to help others through this difficult journey.” Board members, volunteers and supporters are also excited to share the announcement of the new Thriving Pink Office and Community Room, located on the first floor at 501 Second St. in Davis. The location features a kitchen, two interior office spaces, a spacious living room and reception area for community workshops and meetings, and a large TV for hybrid gatherings. The Pink Team is also planning to include a resource library and a therapist/counselor at the location who specializes in helping those impacted by breast cancer. “This is truly a passion project to honor the legacy of so many individuals and families who care about Thriving Pink’s mission and this wonderful community,” said Mary and Harris Liu, the new owners of the building. To join the Pink Team and support Thriving Pink’s programs and events, please visit www.thrivingpink.org or email info@thrivingpink.org . — Thriving Pink Board of Directors Previous Next

< Back Winters goes pink for breast cancer awareness Winters Express Oct 5, 2023 Organizations, officials, and residents are striving to increase awareness about resources for breast cancer awareness in the Winters community this October. Many of the endeavors are spreading the importance of early detection screenings as well as raising funds to donate to breast cancer research. Many businesses will have a breast cancer awareness window cling placed in their store windows and multiple youth sports teams will be sporting pink socks, bows, jerseys and more this month in support of breast cancer awareness. Pink Out event Winters High School seniors Hailey Landazuri Estrada and Bianca Dyer-Gonzalez are hosting the 2023 Pink Out event on Oct. 20 to bring breast cancer awareness to Winters during the Winters High School football game. The outreach campaign is part of their senior capstone project and is in collaboration with the Thriving Pink nonprofit. The event takes place during the WHS home football games scheduled for Oct. 20 at Dr. Sellers Field. The junior varsity game starts at 5:30 p.m. and the varsity team kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Stay up to date on the status of the capstone project on Instagram @whspinkout24. Joni Rubin, Thriving Pink board chair, said they are hosting events across Yolo County this month in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Yolo community can support their efforts by purchasing a Breast Cancer Warrior shirt at the Pink Out event in Winters, attending a Lavender Care class at Capay Valley Lavender, creating a seasonal flower arranging class at Esparto’s Circle Z farms, or bidding on auction items such as a Seka Hills’ Olive and Wine tasting event at the Thriving Pink office. A full list of all of the ways to participate and make a difference in the lives of the breast cancer community, view a calendar of October events online at thrivingpink.org/pinktobercalendar . Winters PD pink patches Winters Police Department has once again launched its Pink Patch program. The Irwindale Police Department started the Pink Patch Project in 2015 and Winters PD has participated in it since October 2017. Since then, the community has helped Winters PD raise $5,197 for the UC Davis Clinical Brest Cancer Program at the UCD Comprehensive Cancer Center through the Winters PD Pink Patch Program. The UCD Comprehensive Cancer Center offers imaging, prevention strategies, genetic counseling, risk assessment, and specialty physician-patient care to local women. Funds from the proceeds go directly to fund breast cancer research, treatment and education. Winters PD Pink Patches and a limited supply of T-shirts can be purchased at the Police Department, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Checks can be made payable to "Winters Police Department" with "Pink Patch Project" in the memo line. Patches are $10 and T-shirts are $20. Winters PD encourages community members who are sporting their pink patches to share their pictures on social media and tag the Winters PD social account or to email pictures to tips.winters@winterspolice.org to help spread the word. More information about the Pink Patch Project is available on the Winters PD social media accounts and online at pinkpatchproject.com . Previous Next

< Back Thriving Pink: Grants help families through difficult times SPECIAL TO THE ENTERPRISE Apr 2, 2023 Pink Team volunteers have seen firsthand and embrace the tremendous resiliency of those in our community who face a challenging and life-altering breast cancer diagnosis, many of them our friends, family members and neighbors. Many also struggle to find their footing to move forward with increasing health burdens, the inability to work, rising medical bills, and housing and food insecurity. It is also often difficult and unexpected news to hear such a diagnosis with a vast majority of these women, about 85%, are the first in their families to face such a diagnosis. Breast cancer is a prevalent disease with about 13% (1 in 8) facing this difficult journey. It is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women. Thriving Pink is dedicated to serve the breast cancer community in Yolo County to ensure no one goes through this difficult journey alone. The local organization provides a compassionate network of support through one-on-one Pink Peers, educational workshops led by medical professionals, resources, and support groups. “I truly appreciate the Pink Peer program and workshops because it has made such a world of difference for me. I encourage others to reach out too,” shared Siv Winberg. Thriving Pink also provides critical financial assistance to local breast cancer survivors through individual financial grants to many local women and their families who need the most help and support for essential and basic needs. “We want to make a positive impact on a local level, and we see the great need to share our resources to do this together,” shared Thriving Pink founder Mary Yin Liu. The poverty rate in Yolo County is 21.95% higher than the California average and the third highest county poverty rate in California. Jacob Hibel, the co-director for UC Davis’ Center for Poverty & Inequality Research, made a statement recently to address the poverty crisis. “Even before the Covid-19 pandemic, Yolo County families were struggling economically, with about 1 in 5 households being below the poverty threshold.” The Granting Pink Program for Thriving Pink continues to help many women and their families by filling a great need for immediate and essential needs, covering medical treatment, health insurance costs, food and groceries, rent, transportation, and quality-of-life care. Rose Cholewinski of SwimAmerica-Davis has served as the dedicated Chair of Granting Pink since its inception when Thriving Pink started in 2016, “Thank you for making this important program possible because what you do matters, and your generosity is making a difference.” Thriving Pink volunteers, including dozens of Pink Peers and board members, showed up to help present 27 newly diagnosed women in Yolo County with thoughtful gift bags filled with resource materials and individual financial grants. A local grant recipient who spoke Spanish from Woodland arrived with nearly a dozen relatives surrounding her — her parents, husband and young children. “I can’t believe so many people in the community gave so much to help us,” she said. “My doctor referred me to Thriving Pink and I thought it was too good to be true, but it’s really true. I can now pay for more medical bills and my family doesn’t have to worry so much. You are all here just to care for me and I am very moved by all this support.” “There were a lot of tears, but they were good tears — some of them mine, too,” shared Jenna Elms, a local Davis High School student. “The gifts were touching and meaningful, and I’m so glad to be here this weekend to volunteer.” Thriving Pink will celebrate and recognize all the Thriving Pink grant awardees, community partners, and supporters at the upcoming seventh annual Pink Gala. Please save the date and join us on Friday, May 5, at the picturesque Olive Grove Courtyard at the Yin Ranch Estate in Vacaville. Community Service Awardees this year include Dr. Claudia De Young of Kaiser Permanente, the George and Lena Valente Foundation, and Linda Dunn of Bloom Again. Emcees Krysten Cholewinski and Emma Hunter will join the board members to lead the very special program and thank many Pink Heroes in our community. Funds raised will directly help local breast cancer survivors to receive future financial assistance through the Granting Pink program. Please visit www.thrivingpink.org to reserve a seat or table today. Other upcoming events also include the Pink Speaker Series workshops: Monday, April 10, 7-8 p.m., with Dr. Nicole Carbo of Sutter Hospital (Screening guidelines for breast cancer detection, biopsy and the role of imaging); and Monday, April 24, 7-8 p.m., with Brenda Gustin, Ph.D., of Radiant Health Center (Metta Meditation and Practice). Each workshop includes time for Q&A and time near the end for open conversations and support among breast cancer survivors/thrivers. The next Morning Walk is also scheduled for Saturday, April 15, 10-11 a.m., at Northstar Pond in Davis (park at Tandem Properties). All Thriving Pink programs and services are provided at no cost to the community. Email info@thrivingpink.org or visit the website at www.thrivingpink.org to join an upcoming Pink Speakers Series workshop, support group, or morning walk. If you or someone you know needs support, we also encourage you to contact Thriving Pink for a Pink Peer. We truly appreciate your support and generosity which sustains Thriving Pink’s mission to provide a compassionate network of resources to help those in Yolo County impacted by breast cancer. — Submitted by Thriving Pink board members. Previous Next

< Back Thriving Pink holds gala in honor of Yolo County grant recipients ROBYN DOBSON Apr 29, 2022 Thriving Pink, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping those in Yolo County impacted by breast cancer, held a gala last weekend in honor of their grant recipients and to thank their community of supporters. About 230 guests attended the event that was held at the Yin Ranch in Vacaville as the 35 grant recipients were honored. Grants are distributed through the organization’s Granting Pink program which provides individual financial grants to help those diagnosed with breast cancer in Yolo County with immediate and direct needs. The amount awarded is based on need, with the maximum grant being $2, 000.In attendance included various Woodland business leaders, Woodland Mayor Mayra Vega, Davis vice mayor and Board of Supervisors candidate Lucas Frerichs, chief election official Jesse Salinas, Davis school board president Tom Adams and health care providers and representatives from Sutter Health, Kaiser, Dignity Health, Northbay Health and CommuniCare. Previous Next

< Back Thriving Pink creates comfort bags for breast cancer patients ROBYN DOBSON Sep 22, 2022 Thriving Pink, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping those in Yolo County impacted by breast cancer, recently held their annual volunteer day to create comfort bags for patients. Founded in 2016, Thriving Pink is a volunteer driven organization that focuses on supporting patients and survivors by providing a network of support and resources. The organization hosts a mentorship program, workshops and renewals retreats and also awards financial grants to support those going through treatment. Last week, over 100 volunteers gathered in Davis to put together comfort bags to distribute to newly diagnosed patients and local hospitals. Comfort bags included useful items as one begins their breast cancer treatment such as handmade cards, special notes and heart pillows to help after breast surgery. According to Joni Rubin, board chair, the organization is always open to more volunteers as they look to further expand their reach. “Our goal is to reach all of Yolo County,” Rubin said. “Our services are open to everyone in the county.” For more information about Thriving Pink and how to get involved, visit https://www.thrivingpink.org/ . Previous Next

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< Back Thriving Pink: Upcoming Pink Speaker series SPECIAL TO THE ENTERPRISE Jul 1, 2022 Thriving Pink appreciates all the medical providers and professional facilitators for their monthly “Pink Speaker Series” workshops. These workshops are informative, open to the general public, and provide a much needed network of support and resources for those in Yolo County diagnosed with breast cancer. An open Q & A session is available at the end of each workshop as well. Our upcoming workshops include a Thriving Pink Spanish speaking Breast Cancer — Know Your Options Workshop from 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday, July 11. The workshop will be presented in Spanish and led by Thriving Pink board member Dr. Alivia Silva, a surgeon at Sutter Hospital. The presentation will cover detection and treatment options. Thriving Pink Monthly Morning Walk from 9-10 a.m. on Saturday, July 19, at North Star Pond in Davis (Parking at Tandem Properties, 3500 Anderson Road, Davis). This is a scenic, short loop, at your own pace (about 1.5 miles or more). Thriving Pink Peers will be helping to lead the walk for the group. Thriving Pink Health & Wellness Workshop from 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday, July 25, led by Dr. Karen Mo, a family physician with UC Davis Health System. This workshop is for breast cancer survivors and anyone interested in achieving their optimal health through self-care modalities, including sleep, pain management, supplements and nutrition. RSVP to info@thrivingpink.org to attend, and receive the Zoom link for the virtual monthly workshops. We are looking forward to opening a new Pink Place (Office & Community Room) soon in Davis downtown by early October this year at 501 2 nd Street! We will be hosting and leading support groups, educational workshops, our financial assistance grant program, and one-on-one pink peer mentoring support for newly diagnosed women in-person (with virtual options). The good work of Thriving Pink is made possible by our wonderful and caring community of volunteers. This summer, as we prepare for October, a time which focuses on breast cancer awareness month activities, we are seeking additional volunteers to help us with our core programs, from outreach at various community events to distributing comfort bags at local hospitals and healthcare systems, coordinating our financial grant assistance program, and helping with office work and data entry. Our Thriving Pink team is dedicated to making a positive difference for those impacted by breast cancer. For more information about volunteering for Thriving Pink, please email info@thrivingpink.org . Previous Next