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Browse Thriving Pink's PINKtober events supporting Yolo County breast cancer thrivers! New activities added daily. Find your perfect way to make a difference. 2025 PINKtober Events Browse all our PINKtober events supporting Yolo County breast cancer thrivers! Ready to get involved? Learn all about PINKtober and discover how you can host a fundraiser, donate, or support breast cancer thrivers in many other ways. Find your perfect way to make a difference. Having trouble viewing the PINKtober List of Events below? Download PDF View Online New activities added daily, so check back frequently. Events marked with an asterisk * require advance registration.

< Back Cholewinski is the 2024 Davis Citizen of the Year Rebecca Wasik Dec 28, 2024 Rose Cholewinski is known for her involvement in an array of organizations and projects in the Davis community. Her hard work and dedication is why she has been named the 2024 Davis Citizen of the Year. The Citizen of the Year Award is an annual award given to a Davis resident that has exemplified outstanding service to the community over time. “I have been around Davis for a bit, since 1978, and have been fortunate to know many of the tireless volunteers that make Davis the community it is,” said Cholewinski’s nominator Chuck Cunningham. “Rose is definitely one of those special individuals that is deserving of Citizen of the Year.” You may recognize Cholewinski from a number of different community organizations - the most likely being Swim America Swim School, which she owns. Cholewinski has over 25 years of teaching and coaching experience and founded the AquaStarz synchronized swimming team. The Davis AquaStarz were established in 1999. The AquaStarz Founder’s Award is given each year through donations to an individual who has demonstrated hard work and determination through commitment, fun, teamwork and a positive, upbeat attitude. Recently, Cholewinski and her Swim America staff provided a free, eight-week course of swim lessons for young children in the Knight’s Landing community as a way to help the kids learn life saving skills. In 2022, the United States Swim School Association honored Cholewinski for her work in the local community and nationally with the United States Swim School Association Humanitarian Award. According to the organization’s website, “This award is given periodically and seeks to recognize members of the U.S. Swim School Association who have provided outstanding service to others, demonstrating empathy, selflessness and commitment. The Humanitarian Award seeks to encourage good works among the members of the U.S. Swim School Association, particularly good works that impact children, learning to swim, safety, community and families.” Thriving Pink Cholewinski makes an impact out of the water too. She is a founding board member of local nonprofit Thriving Pink and has served as the Granting Pink Chair since 2017. According to Thriving Pink Executive Director Leslie Hunter, Cholewinski’s leadership has allowed the organization to partner with local businesses and her efforts to raise funds to support newly diagnosed patients have been invaluable. At the eighth annual Pink Gala, Cholewinski was honored with the 2024 Community Service Award for her work. Under her coordination, over $300,000 in individual financial grants have been awarded over the past eight years to support breast cancer patients. “Rose's compassion drives her to be successful as a nonprofit volunteer, always showing up with positivity to lead others,” remarked Hunter. Citizens Who Care/YoloCares As a Citizens Who Care board member, Cholewinski helped oversee its 2018 merger with YoloCares, a local nonprofit hospice organization. Cholewinski continues to be a board member with YoloCares, advocating for respite care for family caregivers. “Rose is a valuable member of our Board of Directors, offering strategic planning insights and remaining an advocate for the caregiver support component of YoloCares,” said YoloCares CEO Craig Dresang. Sunrise Rotary/Natalie’s Corner For many years, Cholewinski has been an active member of the Davis Sunrise Rotary, serving as president in 2018 and 2019. In 2023 and 2024, she organized a “Touch a Truck” event for kids and their families, benefitting the Officer Natalie Corona Memorial (Natalie’s Corner) and Make it Happen Yolo, which provides underserved transition age youth (generally between ages 18 and 24) in Yolo County who are transitioning into independent living situations with furniture, household goods and resources to furnish their first home. Alongside the City of Davis, the Davis Joint Unified School District and the National Touch a Truck Organization, Cholewinski worked with public agencies, contractors, farmers and more to assemble a wide variety of trucks, tractors, backhoes, garbage trucks and more for kids to climb, blow horns and have fun exploring. Through sponsorships and gate receipts, in conjunction with the Davis Sunrise Rotary, $70,000 was donated to Natalie’s Corner and $15,000 to Make it Happen. “Rose embraced Touch A Truck with enthusiasm, involving many members of our club,” stated 2023-2024 Davis Sunrise Rotary President Brodie Hamilton. “We were pleased to be able to contribute in a meaningful way to two very worthy local causes.” Chamber of Commerce In addition to her many other endeavors, Cholewinski has also served on the Davis Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, including a time as president in 2016. "I am deeply honored and humbled to be selected as the Citizen of the Year," Cholewinski told The Enterprise. "I have loved this community since I moved here in 1987 and my plan is to keep serving in a variety of ways while always giving my attention to water safety as my number one focus. This community has always been a source of inspiration, challenge, energy, success, warmth and kindness. I am grateful for the opportunity to give back to our community in meaningful ways. Thank you to everyone, all those who have been part of the SwimAmerica team, past and present, and to all the committees and Boards of Directors with whom I have served. It’s been a meaningful journey and I’m not finished…yet." Previous Next

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< Back Two Yolo County organizations awarded grants totaling $94,000 from Dignity Health ROBYN DOBSON Jan 14, 2024 Dignity Health recently announced the distribution of $1,060,274 to 15 community-based organizations in Sacramento and Yolo Counties to improve the health and well-being of vulnerable and underserved populations. Every three years, Dignity Health and health system partners conduct a Community Health Needs Assessment in each county to determine the most pressing health priorities. The 2022 community assessment indicated that having access to mental and behavioral health and substance-use services are key priorities, as well as having access to basic needs such as housing, jobs and food, according to a press release from Dignity Health. “A core element of our mission is giving back and we take pride in sustaining our support for organizations that go the extra mile to address the diverse needs of our community,” said Dignity Health Community Health and Outreach Manager, Phoua Moua. “These collaborations empower us to take on the intricate health and human challenges faced by our community.” Two Yolo County community partnership projects were selected, totaling $94,000 in community grants. The first selected program was Thriving Pink ProspeROSA: A Collaborative Breast Cancer Outreach, Education and Program Model. Thriving Pink was awarded $64,000. Thriving Pink is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support and serve those in Yolo County impacted by breast cancer by providing a network of support and resources. ProspeROSA addresses the need for breast cancer education, screening and support among Latinas in the county by deploying Tu Historia Cuenta, an evidence based promotores education program that connects those at high risk to screening. The program also offers support, education, navigation and resources for breast cancer patients and survivors. ProspeROSA connects the Latino and Spanish-speaking community with information to resources including important genetic testing, free mammograms and breast cancer support. Thriving Pink Board Chair Joni Rubin said they were excited to get the grant award, emphasizing how important outreach and education are for everyone, especially those in the Latino community. Approximately one in 10 Latina women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. According to Rubin, those in the Latino community are also four times less likely to get genetic testing. Rubin also mentioned how grateful they were for their partners, as it allows them to reach more parts of the community and further their goals for the program. “I think this will advance our goals for ProspeROSA tremendously,” Rubin said. “This also really allows us to further enhance the connections with our partners. This will be really transformative.” Collaborators include the UC Davis Office of Community Outreach and Engagement Comprehensive Cancer Center and Winters Healthcare. To learn more about Thriving Pink and ProspeROSA, visit https://www.thrivingpink.org/prosperosa or email prosperosa@thrivingpink.org . Yolo County Public Defender CARES was awarded $30,000 for their Resilient Futures Fund. This project targets incarceration and poor health function as a causal loop for many indigent individuals who are accused of crimes and struggle with social determinants of health. Resilient Futures Fund helps to remove financial barriers to success by partnering with agencies who represent and/or provide services to justice impacted clients. Collaborators include the Yolo County Conflict Panel and Yolo County District Attorney’s Office – Restorative Justice Partnership. “I find ongoing inspiration in the inventive and unique solutions crafted by our community partners to address the expanding needs of our community,” said Michael Korpiel, Greater Sacramento Market president of Dignity Health. “Through our investments in these organizations, we aim to cultivate a sense of belonging and comprehensiveness. Our objective is to provide the community with the necessary resources and support essential for leading healthy, prosperous lives while also minimizing the likelihood of significant future health interventions.” Previous Next

< Back Thriving Pink to host Spanish workshop on hereditary breast cancer Daily Democrat Jun 19, 2024 Thriving Pink’s ProspeROSA – a program that provides resources for Spanish-speaking breast cancer survivors – will host an educational Spanish workshop aimed at teaching participants about hereditary breast cancer 6 p.m. Thursday, June 27 via Zoom. The workshop, in partnership with UC Davis and Visión y Compromiso – will focus on the importance of knowing people’s family history of cancer. Please complete the form before the workshop. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE1oqnc2kC_-6MpOcLuqpJ-x5HwPQHZnGmpRY3ksOUMCUorg/viewform . If you have a question or require help registering, please call or text (530) 205-3004 or email prosperosa@thrivingpink.org . . . UC Davis junto con las agencias aliadas Visión y Compromiso y ProspeROSA de Thriving Pink le ofrecen una plática educativa donde aprenderá acerca del cáncer de mama hereditario y la importancia de conocer su historial familiar de cáncer a las 6 p.m. Jueves, Junio 27 vía zoom. Por favor de completar la forma antes de la plática. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE1oqnc2kC_-6MpOcLuqpJ-x5HwPQHZnGmpRY3ksOUMCUorg/viewform . Si tiene una pregunta o requiere ayuda para su registro hable o mande un texto al (530) 205-3004 o puede mandar un correo electrónico prosperosa@thrivingpink.org Previous Next

Email info@thrivingpink.org. Visit us at our office and community room at 501 2nd Street, Davis, CA 95616. Send us mail at PO Box 72314, Davis, CA 95617 Contact Us THRIVING PINK Office & Community Room: 501 2nd Street Davis, CA 95616 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 72314 Davis, CA 95617 info@thrivingpink.org First Name Last Name Email Message Thanks for reaching out! Send

Información y apoyo en español para personas afectadas por el cáncer de mama en Yolo County. Acceda a programas, recursos y servicios de ProspeROSA de Thriving Pink. Apoyo genuino. Comunidad auténtica. Esperanza constante. Estamos siempre a su lado. Llámanos o texto: 530-205-3004 | Correo: prosperosa@thrivingpink.org Facebook: Prosperosa by Thriving Pink ¿Qué es ProspeROSA? ProspeROSA, una programa de Thriving Pink, es gratuito diseñado para acompañar a personas Latinas afectadas por el cáncer de mama. Nos enfocamos especialmente en mujeres, cuidadoras y familias, honrando y respetando las normas culturales de nuestra comunidad. Estamos contigo desde el diagnóstico caminando a su lado en cada paso del camino. Nuestros programas ofrecen apoyo con amor, dignidad, respeto y esperanza. Creemos en la poder de decir #NoTeDejes y la fuerza que nace cuando nos unimos como comunidad. ¿Qué ofrecemos? Becas de Apoyo Rosa Cada año damos becas a personas con cáncer de mama que viven en el Condado de Yolo y que están recibiendo o recibieron recientemente tratamiento. Nuestras voluntarias pueden ayudarle con la solicitud. Mentoras Rosa (Mentoría entre Pares) La conectamos con alguien con un diagnóstico parecido. La escuchan y apoyan. Calendario de Eventos Vea nuestro calendario de eventos para saber de talleres, reuniones, y otras formas de participar. Talleres educativos Ofrecemos pláticas en persona o por Zoom. Hablamos sobre el cáncer de mama, el cuidado personal, la salud, la genética y más. Reuniones mensuales: Caminata y Cafecitos Una vez al mes, nos reunimos guerreras, amigas y familiares para caminar, platicar, compartir y apoyarnos. (Abril - Septiembre) Biblioteca en español Tenemos libros sobre el cáncer de mama, cómo hablar con los hijos, y cómo cuidarte durante y después del tratamiento. La Biblioteca está en Nuestra oficina: 501 2nd Street, Davis, CA. Comunidad También tenemos clases como origami, serigrafía, y lotería con familia donde compartimos un tiempo divertido y comunidad. ¡Tenemos otros nuevos eventos planeados para compartir con ustedes ! Siempre estamos buscando nuevas oportunidades para compartir. Es un espacio seguro, con respeto y mucho cariño. ¿Quiere unirse? Mándanos un mensaje al 530-205-3004 y le enviaremos la información. Apoyo al Alcance de Tu Mano. No Estás Solo. Nuestra guía de Recursos sobre el Cáncer de Mama de Thriving Pink está aquí para acompañarle. Sabemos que el cáncer de mama puede ser difícil, pero no está sola. Hemos reunido recursos útiles sobre tratamiento, bienestar, apoyo emocional, ¡y mucho más! Este guías le pueden ayudar si está buscando: Apoyo durante su camino Ideas para cuidarte mejor Información sobre su diagnóstico, así como información para jóvenes, hombres y otras personas en alto riesgo. Haz clic aquí para ver: Ver guía completa ¿Conoce algún recurso que podamos agregar? Escríbenos a prosperosa@thrivingpink.org . ¡Gracias por compartir! Importante: Le recomendamos revisar el contenido detenidamente, investigar por su cuenta si es necesario y consultar con profesionales de confianza al tomar decisiones sobre su atención médica. Si encuentra información desactualizada o incorrecta, contáctenos en prosperosa@thrivingpink.com . Voces Con Corazon Guillermina Perez Mi Camino “En Thriving Pink encontré una hermandad llena de apoyo y compasión que me inspiró a mantenerme positiva, seguir motivada y ayudar a otras personas.” La Historia de Guillermina Chris Pineda Desde el Corazón “Nunca pensé que sería una persona beneficiada por los recursos de Thriving Pink.” Esta organización sin fines de lucro me ha permitido conocer a muchas guerreras y personas sobrevivientes. La Historia de Chris

Let's Paint Yolo County Pink! Join Thriving Pink this October to kick-off PINKtober 2025 to support breast cancer thrivers through donations, events, and community action. PINKtober: Let's Paint Yolo County Pink! Join Thriving Pink this October in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month as we honor our community's thrivers and build compassionate support right here in Yolo County. Browse PINKtober Events Zumbathon Info Go Pink! Give Local! What is PINKtober? PINKtober is Thriving Pink’s annual campaign in October, coinciding with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness, building community, and creating tangible local impact for breast cancer thrivers in Yolo County. When we come together as individuals, families, businesses, and community partners, we empower those impacted by breast cancer to truly thrive. Why Your Participation Matters The Reality: 1 in 8 women and 1 in 726 men will face breast cancer in their lifetime, including family, friends, neighbors, employees, business owners, and customers in our community. Our Proven Impact: Over 9 years, we've awarded over $350,000 in grants and hosted 250+ support programs, all at no cost to participants. Your Role: Together, we ensure no one faces this journey alone by creating direct local impact through financial grants, treatment support, community connections and a wide variety of programs. PINK BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS → Let's create meaningful impact together. ( View our recognition levels ) Donate Now Learn More Your Impact In Action Every dollar makes an immediate difference in the lives of breast cancer thrivers in Yolo County $25 provides comfort items during treatment for a newly-diagnosed patient. $50 funds our Pink Peer mentor program to support newly diagnosed. $75 funds participation in a Thrivers' Circle of Support group session. $100 supports multiple programs serving the breast cancer community. $2000 funds one Granting Pink recipient to help with their essential needs. Donate Now Thriving Pink Programs Supporting our community through every stage of the journey. Granting Pink Awards financial assistance grants for treatment-related costs. Mentoring Pink Complimentary support groups for those in active treatment, with metastatic cancer, or post-treatment. Pink Peer Mentors Mentorship and community programming for thrivers and their families. ProspeROSA Program Spanish outreach program dedicated to helping this community find resources from diagnosis to survivorship. How You Can Get Involved There are many ways to take part. Everyone can do something. Every bit helps. For Individuals For Businesses Attend Events: During the month of October, our PINKtober calendar of events is filled with activities like our Walk & Thrive , Huei’s Garden Tour , 2nd Friday ArtAbout , Zumbathon , plus many more. Donate : Even $15 makes a real difference for a local thriver. Fundraise: Host your own event (in-person or virtual) or a Facebook fundraiser . Share Your Story: Raise awareness by sharing your thriver journey or supporting others. Shop for a Cause: Support local businesses offering "round up" donations at the register. Volunteer : We are growing and are always in need of volunteers. We provide marketing support, materials, and promotional assistance for all business partners. Round Up Campaigns: Choose a day, week or the whole month to encourage customers to round up their purchases in support breast cancer thrivers. Fundraise: Host a Facebook fundraiser or organize your own event. Thriving Pink Day: Host and dedicate the day's proceeds or percentage of sales to our cause. Display QR Code : Direct customers to easy giving options. Matching Funds: Match donations raised by your employees. Corporate Partnerships: $1,500+ donations receive year-long website recognition. ( View our recognition levels ) We provide marketing support, materials, and promotional assistance for all business partners. Questions? Ready to Make This PINKtober Count? Donate Now Host a Fundraiser Partner With Us

Helping Survivors Thrive. What's raised here stays here. Until there is a cure, we will work together to make a positive difference in the lives of those battling this disease. The generosity of our community sustains our core programs. Donate Helping Survivors Thrive WHAT’S RAISED HERE, STAYS HERE Until there is a cure, we will work together to make a positive difference in the lives of those battling this disease. The generosity of our community sustains our core programs: MENTORING PINK Support groups, health & wellness workshops, Pink Peer mentors. GRANTING PINK Financial grants to help with immediate and essential needs. PARTNERING PINK Local businesses, organizations, and individuals can give by making a direct donation or through an event fundraiser. We appreciate your heartfelt and meaningful support! Thank you to our generous donors and community partners. We recognize their generosity in a special listing here. To view our Pink Partnership levels, click here . JOIN US DURING PINKTOBER In the month of October, Thriving Pink raises funds and awareness in conjunction with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We invite businesses and individuals to help us spread the word about our presence in the community and to support our local efforts. It is estimated that 1/8 women in the US will develop breast cancer in her lifetime, and 1% of all breast cancer diagnoses will be men. Your donation helps us with our mission. Fill out the form to support our efforts today. OR a donation check payable to Thriving Pink may also be mailed to PO Box 72314, Davis, CA 95617 GO PINK! GIVE LOCAL! Brooks Painting Get your Thriving Pink window cling – Email us! 1/3

Thank You For Your Generous Donation To Thriving Pink! We thank all of our amazing community partners, including local businesses, organizations, & individuals who give their time, resources, and heart to our thriving community. Many individuals donate to honor friends and loved ones. Thank you for embracing our cause and mission, and most of all, our Thriving Pink Community!

Email info@thrivingpink.org. Visit us at our office and community room at 501 2nd Street, Davis, CA 95616. Send us mail at PO Box 72314, Davis, CA 95617 ¡Comuníquese con nosotros! Por favor llene la forma con sus preguntas o comentarios y le responderemos lo mas pronto posible. THRIVING PINK Oficina: 501 2nd Street Davis, CA 95616 Dirección de envio: P.O. Box 72314 Davis, CA 95617 ProspeROSA@thrivingpink.org

Partnering Pink—A special thank you to our amazing community partners, including local businesses, organizations & individuals who give their time, resources and heart to our community. To become a pink partner, you can donate online. Partnering Pink A SPECIAL THANK YOU to our amazing community partners, including local businesses, organizations, and individuals who give their time, resources, and heart to our community. To become a pink partner, you can donate online . To view our partnership levels, click here . PLATINUM PINK Harris & Mary Liu, Woodland Mcdonald's Davis Firefighters Local 3494 CC & Regina Yin, Yin McDonald’s & The Yin Ranch John & Eunice Davidson Fund The George and Lena Valente Foundation Dignity Health Community Health Improvement Grant Dignity Health Woodland Carole Pirruccello JoAnn Stodden HOT PINK Black Bear Diner Davis Joni Rubin & Robert Wiebe, MD Kaiser Permanente Katherine Muir Sutter Health Sophia Chiang Zumbathon Team BRIGHT PINK David Gillette, Rainbow Sales Inc. Jim Anderson Lucinda & James Childress, DDS Nichols Consulting Engineers Nugget Markets Rose Cholewinski, Swim America Sandip Jariwala, Relief From Cancer USA Soroptimist International of Davis Teresa Fong UC Davis Medical Center Vandergriff Brent Family Fund SHINING PINK Alicia Silva, MD • Claudia & Olin Woods • Congregation Bet Haverim/Bieberstein Social Action Fund • Daniel & Kelly Currywood, Circle Z Farms • Davis Ace Hardware • Davis Food Co-op • Diane Scanlon • Jan & Tom Uriu-Adams • Jeanie Hartranft • John Youmans • Jordan Fontaine • Katie & Dave Minke • Kim Eichorn, Lyon Real Estate • Natasha & Harry DeCourcy • Tracy Skinner • Virginia Joyce, MD MAGENTA PINK Aimee Sisson • Albert Chow • Andrea Mayer • Andrew & Lisa Salvas • Better Human Pilates • Blanche McNaughton, FIT House • Bob & Diane Biggs • Charlene Shon • Cherie Stagg • Chris & Ariel Pineda • Christine & Jeffrey Katzenmeyer • Cindy & Craig Gnos • Courtney Daniels • Christy Zamora, Creme de la Creme • Danielle Crane, Sassafras Beauty • Davis Dermatology • Davis Odd Fellows Lodge • Dawn Casteel & Michael Hughes • Denise & John Rose • Dixon High School Water Polo • Doug Smith • Emily Galindo • Eva Hess • Heather Caswell, The Wardrobe • Huyen Friedlander • Jazzercise Davis • Jeff Metheny • Jennifer Curtis • Joan Byard • Joy & Robert Penner • Judy & David Reuben • Julie Dechant • Karla Meier • Katherine Kishaba • Kitchen428 Restaurant & Mojo’s Lounge • Liz Applegate • Luna Vista Rotary of Woodland • Mara & Dennis Lindsay • Mary Kobane • Mary Stark • Melissa Williams, MD • Michael & Mary Miille • Nancy Anderson • Nancy Lazarus, MD & David Siegel, MD • Patty Estopinal • Rosemarie Leonardi, Haven a Boutique • Sevgi Leno, Balance Point Pilates • Stacy Dwelley, Political Solutions, LLC • Stan & Gayle Barry • Valerie Park • Woodland Police Officers Association • Yolo Federal Credit Union Many individuals donate every year to honor friends and loved ones. Thank you for embracing our cause and mission, and most of all – our Thriving Pink Community!