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Shop at J.McLaughlin - Galleria

November 9

3:00pm-6:00pm

Project Pink - Fashion Show

November 11

Charlie's on Prior will be hosting their Project Pink Fashion Show, Local Boutique Shopping, Raffle, Games, Drinks and More all benefiting Hope Chest.

SOLD OUT!

Delta Phi Omega Breast Cancer Benefit

November 12

11:00am-2:00pm

Please join Delta Phi on the Gustavus Campus for their Annual Breast Cancer Benefit. The benefit consists of brunch, a silent auction, and a panel discussion.

Purchase $15 tickets via Venmo @Jessica-Ruud-9 or email Jessica Rudd at Jnruud@Gustavus.edu

Give to the Max

November 16

Join Hope Chest, GiveMN, and thousands of Minnesota nonprofits and schools as we raise millions of dollars together for the organizations which make our communities stronger.

Shop for Hope at Amore & Fede

November 17

5:00pm-8:00pm

Crew Carwash

November 17-19

Check out the newest Crew Carwash location in Wayzata, November 17-19th! Get yourself a FREE Ultimate when you stop in and donate to Hope Chest for Breast Cancer at Crew Carwash. A portion of proceeds will benefit Hope Chest.

GLOW Holiday Festival

November 16 - December 31

5:00pm-8:00pm

Visit glowholiday.com to purchase your tickets. Use the access code "GLOWGIVES" to receive 20% off your ticket price and benefit Hope Chest!

Cancer Patients Are More Vulnerable to Homelessness.

Below is a chronological timeline of events that can turn cancer into homelessness:

• A person is diagnosed with cancer takes time off from work to undergo treatment, ranging from a lumpectomy or mastectomy to radiation and/or chemotherapy.
• They run out of sick time and/or vacation time and have to take unpaid time off. This is when bills begin to lapse.
• After a prolonged absence at work, they find themselves unemployed.
• Approximately 20%-30% of patients struggling with breast cancer lose their jobs. Meanwhile, bills are already overdue.
• Overdue bills lead to foreclosures and evictions and must endure the horrors of cancer and homelessness simultaneously.

One of the ways Hope Chest supports cancer patients is by paying for their mortgage and rent to alleviate the financial burden of a breast cancer diagnosis, so patients can focus on their medical treatment.

Meet Laura, Director of Development and Partnerships for Breast Cancer Foundation

Laura has an extensive background in marketing, event management, securing sponsorships, staff development, retail, and building positive business partnerships. She has worked as VP of Marketing for 15 years, overseeing the marketing and branding for Kids Quest/Cyber Quest and two chambers of commerce. She managed and directed a $6.2 million budget orchestrating events, programs, and concerts for two Grand Casino properties in Minnesota. She was a men’s outerwear buyer for Wilson’s Leather with 525 stores, traveling nationwide to the stores and national shows. One of her favorite things to do in business is to connect with others, and to be a connector for others.



Laura lives with her daughter in Minnetonka. Outside of working, she enjoys traveling, golfing, hanging out with friends, being outdoors, boating, attending Minnesota attractions and events, watching sports, and reading a good book.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Thank you to our community partners and everyone who came out to support Hope Chest during Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

Minnoco, Inver Grove Ford, Spavia, Back Channel Brewing Co., Michelle (Scentsy Consultant), Shoulak Breastfest, J.McLaughlin - Wayzata, The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Northern Taphouse - Plymouth & Lakeville, Beaver Island Brewing Co., Bill's Gun Shop & Range, The Hotspot, Eagles, Excelsior American Legion, Beckman Coulter, Participating Pink Patch Project Departments, Bingo for Boobies, and Dell.