March 2023 GildaGram Newsletter
Bringing Digital Oncology Resources to Underserved Communities
In Clubhouse News, Katherine Todd, Executive Director, shares an exciting new initiative at GCTC to increase access of cancer support services to underserved communities. Read Katherine’s article here to learn how we are partnering with innovative organization to ensure that no Minnesotan faces cancer alone.
Blooming in Community
In Program News, Shaunequa James, Program Director, reflects on the connectedness of our community. Through this reflection, Shaunequa offers you hope and a few of GCTC’s upcoming classes that will help you connect with your GCTC community. Read Shaunequa’s article here.
You’re Invited! Gather to Give: Breakfast Event
Our annual fundraiser event, Gather to Give, is just around the corner, and we need your help to make it a success! Located at the Minneapolis Marriott West on the morning of Thursday, April 20, at 7:45am our Gather to Give breakfast event is an opportunity for our community to come together and show their support for those facing cancer and their families. Read Brianna’s article here to learn more about this inspiring event, including how to register, our keynote speaker, special guest and the Corporate Sponsors making this event possible!
Join us online and in the clubhouse for cancer support programming! See what is coming up on the Program Calendar for April, May and June! Gilda’s Club Minnesota program calendar is released quarterly (every three months).
Did you know GCTC’s program calendar is interactive? Click on a class in calendar view to read it’s class description flyer. To go back to calendar view select “Go back to calendar view” in the top right corner of each class description flyer.
Preview and print Gilda’s Guide to Virtual Programming, a handy interactive and printable guide for signing up for GCTC’s online classes and groups, getting confirmation and reminder emails with your Zoom links, and Zoom tips and tricks. Preview and print Gilda’s Guide to Virtual Programming here.
GILDA’S SPOTLIGHT
Join Us In Thanking Louise Harris, Outgoing Board Chair
Join us in thanking Louise Harris, outgoing Board Chair, for her years of leadership, support and guidance. Read GCTC’s tribute to Louise and hear from key GCTC leaders how Louise has impacted Gilda’s Club Minnesota. Read GCTC’s tribute here.
The Value of Conversation
In Volunteer News, Renee Anderson, Administrative and Volunteer Coordinator shares how small things have a big impact and how each of us can make a difference with a conversation. Read Renee’s article here on the value of conversation.
Program Partners, Tributes and Memorials
A special thanks to all of those who donated as a tribute, to all our January, February and March program partners, and in remembrance of those members who have recently died. See our Program Partners, Tributes, and Memorials here.
