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Renewal Retreat The special annual retreat weekend is a respite from the stresses of daily life in a supportive environment. Sessions and activities, led by a professional facilitator, are interactive, inspiring, and reflective. Attendees often develop close bonds of friendship with each other. This retreat is made possible by our generous community sponsors. Who attends the Retreat? The Retreat is designed for anyone who resides in Yolo County, has been treated for breast cancer, and is at least 12 months post diagnosis. Attendees must be able to physically participate and care for themselves. Space is limited. Where is the Retreat held? The Retreat is held at a comfortable, local, private location, with open space for engaging group activities and meaningful reflection. What is the Retreat schedule? Daily schedules may include yoga, a creative workshop, structured time for self-reflection and goal setting, scenic walks, healthy meals and quality time to make new connections. Dress is casual and comfortable – you can wear loose fitting clothing including yoga pants, tennis or walking shoes. How do I apply? Email info@thrivingpink.org for more information. Investing in the health and well-being of our community benefits us all. We could not accomplish our goal to support local breast cancer survivors (thrivers) without the support, involvement, and dedication of our volunteers and community partners.

< 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

< 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 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

Zumbathon 2025! Please join us for a hybrid in-person/online Zumbathon fundraiser! WHO? Your favorite Zumba instructors: Barbara, Holly, Gaby, Kristina, Alfredo and Angelo will be there! WHEN & WHERE? FRIDAY, OCT. 24th, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Get Fit Davis Sport, 1809 Picasso Ave, Davis (In-Person or Zoom Option - link provided in October ) Additional parking is available in the lot between Pole Line Rd and Renoir Ave. WHY? DANCE FOR A CAUSE! To make a positive difference and help those struggling with the difficult journey of a breas t cancer diagnosis. Donations are tax-deductible, and all proceeds go to Thriving Pink’s core programs, including financial grants, educational workshops, and support groups. (Tax ID #81-2972130). HOW TO REGISTER AND DONATE? Whether donating online or by check, please let us know if you will be attending the Zumbathon in person, on Zoom, or not attending. For donations over $45, include t-shirt size in the comments if you would like a Thriving Pink shirt. This year, we will have t-shirts and a limited number of tank tops. For tank tops, please indicate you are requesting a tank top instead of a t-shirt and they will be allotted on a first come first serve basis. Please note: XS, M t-shirts are sold out. XS, S, M, L and XL tank tops are sold out. Register and Donate Online HERE ($25 donation required for registration, $45+ for shirt and registration/donation) Registration and Donations via Checks should be made payable to Thriving Pink - PO Box 72314, Davis, CA 95617. ($25 donation required for registration, $45+ for s hirt and registr ation/donation) WHAT ELSE CAN I DO TO HELP? SHARING IS CARING — Please share this event widely with family and friends. YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Consider asking others to sponsor you for this event by making a direct donation in your name. Help us break last year’s record by raising over $6,200 this year! Email info@thrivingpink.org with any questions. Thank you very much for your friendship and support. We look forward to dancing with you soon! Much ZUMBA LOVE! Why Zumbathon? Presented By Our Lovely Instructors!

Host a Fundraiser With Us! Thriving Pink is incredibly grateful to the many businesses and individuals who plan and execute fundraising events that enable us to achieve our mission and serve the breast cancer community. If you are interested in learning more about how you or your organization can host a fundraising event, review our Fundraising Toolkit and then submit the Third-Party Fundraising Agreement. Fundraising Toolkit The Fundraising Toolkit was designed to provide tips and ideas as you begin to develop a plan to promote participation and fundraising of your event. Fundraising Agreement If you would like to host an event to raise funds for Thriving Pink, please complete a Fundraising Agreement. You may submit the completed agreement by email to info@thrivingpink.org or by mail to: Thriving Pink PO Box 72314 Davis, CA 95617 All documents and text on this page have been modified, with permission, from Pink Lemonade's Community Fundraiser Page.

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< Back Programa Granting Pink brinda asistencia financiera a sobrevivientes de cáncer de mama GERARDO ZAVALA Dec 30, 2023 Thriving Pink alentó a locales sobrevivientes del cáncer de mama a solicitar el Programa Granting Pink de la organización que brinda asistencia financiera a personas que reciben tratamiento por cáncer de mama en el condado de Yolo. El programa brinda apoyo directo para necesidades inmediatas y esenciales, incluida atención médica, renta, alimentos, tratamiento y prescripciónes. “Estoy muy orgullosa de nuestra comunidad del condado de Yolo que garantiza que Thriving Pink pueda continuar haciendo este buen trabajo,”Rose Cholewinski, propietaria de SwimAmerica-Davis, dijo. “Hemos distribuido un total de más de $260,000 para ayudar a muchas personas en el condado de Yolo que están luchando contra esta enfermedad que se ha llevado a demasiados seres queridos.” Las solicitudes de subvenciones individuales ahora están disponibles en el sitio web thrivingpink.org en inglés y español, y pueden enviarse antes del 31 de Enero de 2024. Las personas también pueden nominar a un amigo, vecino o familiar y completar la sencilla solicitud en su nombre. “La generosidad y el apoyo personal brindado a aquellos de nosotros que recibimos estos generosos obsequios hacen que Thriving Pink sea único en esta comunidad,” dijo Martha Ozonoff, una ex beneficiaria de una subvención que ofrece su tiempo como voluntaria como miembro de la junta directiva de Thriving Pink para ayudar a la comunidad. Tatum Clinton-Selin dijo que ni siquiera tenía edad suficiente para una mamografía cuando le diagnosticaron cáncer de mama invasivo en Marzo de 2021. “Me mudé aquí desde la costa este, lejos de mi familia, y encontré un bulto durante un autoexamen,” ella relató. “En los últimos dieciocho meses, pasé por cirugía, quimioterapia y radiación. Estoy agradecido por Thriving Pink y el gran apoyo de esta comunidad solidaria.” Thriving Pink también ofrece “Pink Peers” para mujeres recién diagnosticadas y talleres abiertos facilitados y dirigidos por proveedores médicos y otros profesionales. Visite el calendario del sitio web en thrivingpink.org para conocer algunos de los próximos eventos y confirme su asistencia a info@thrivingpink.org . Los talleres virtuales de Pink Speaker Series se llevarán a cabo de 7 p.m. a 8:30 p.m. el segundo y cuarto lunes de cada mes con temas que incluyen bienestar, opciones de tratamiento y entornos de grupos de apoyo. Además, se llevará a cabo un grupo de apoyo para el cáncer de mama metastásico de 5:30 p.m. A las 7 p.m. los martes 16, 23, 30 de Enero y 6 de Febrero. El grupo será facilitado en persona por la terapeuta matrimonial y familiar Pam Cordano con sesiones grupales en la oficina y sala comunitaria Thriving Pink ubicada en 501 Second St. en Davis. “Hasta que haya una cura, Thriving Pink está comprometida con su visión de que nadie pasará sola por el cáncer de mama,” afirmó un comunicado de prensa de la junta directiva de Thriving Pink. “Se pueden hacer donaciones en honor o memoria de un ser querido en thrivingpink.org , o se puede enviar un cheque por correo a Thriving Pink, P.O. Box 72314, Davis, CA 95617.” Si usted o alguien que conoce desea ser voluntario o necesita apoyo para un diagnóstico de cáncer de mama, comuníquese con Thriving Pink en info@thrivingpink.org . “Juntos, estamos construyendo una comunidad más fuerte,” el comunicado dijo. “Les deseo a usted y a los suyos unas maravillosas fiestas y un año nuevo brillante y saludable.” Previous Next

Baking for Beginners Price $200 Duration 3 Weeks Enroll < Back About the Course This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content. Want to view and manage all your collections? Click on the Content Manager button in the Add panel on the left. Here, you can make changes to your content, add new fields, create dynamic pages and more. Your collection is already set up for you with fields and content. Add your own content or import it from a CSV file. Add fields for any type of content you want to display, such as rich text, images, and videos. Be sure to click Sync after making changes in a collection, so visitors can see your newest content on your live site. Your Instructor Marcus Harris This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content. To manage all your collections, click on the Content Manager button in the Add panel on the left. Previous Next

< Back Thriving Pink's ProspeRosa hosts origami event Express Staff Feb 5, 2024 Thriving Pink's ProspeRosa program is inviting breast cancer warriors to attend an origami workshop led by Sylvina Frausto on Saturday, Feb. 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. at 501 2nd St. in Davis. Alicia Silva, the Thriving Pink Spanish Outreach Chair, ProspeROSA Chair and Board Member, said the event is aimed at uplifting guerreras (breast cancer warriors) through their breast cancer journey through creative art expression. "We will be making origami hearts to symbolize self-love and provide an uplifting, creative mode of expression," Silva said. Those who plan to attend are asked to RSVP to 530-205-3004 to help event organizers account for food and beverages. Thriving Pink's ProspeRosa program works to provide education, support and outreach to the Latino and Spanish-speaking community affected by breast cancer in Yolo County. They provide Spanish language educational workshops relating to breast cancer and provide breast cancer books in Spanish at the office library. The program also provides support by connecting guerreras with Spanish-speaking mentors and community resources and holding events like their “Cafecitos” where guerreras can gather and share while having a cup of coffee. For more information about the ProspeRosa program, visit www.thrivingpink.org/prosperosa . Previous Next

Arts & Crafts Price $350 Duration 12 Weeks Enroll < Back About the Course This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content. Want to view and manage all your collections? Click on the Content Manager button in the Add panel on the left. Here, you can make changes to your content, add new fields, create dynamic pages and more. Your collection is already set up for you with fields and content. Add your own content or import it from a CSV file. Add fields for any type of content you want to display, such as rich text, images, and videos. Be sure to click Sync after making changes in a collection, so visitors can see your newest content on your live site. Your Instructor Kelly Parker This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content. To manage all your collections, click on the Content Manager button in the Add panel on the left. Previous Next