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Mission Moment | Vinita

"It was like a huge hug. It was a like a relief. I found family, care, compassion and concern every time I went to The Pink House. Those doors were open, and people were there to help me."

April's Mission Moment was written by Alicia Roberts, CBF Volunteer When she first heard about The Pink House, Vinita Simmons' initial reaction was, "Nope, I'm not going there." That was before she earned her counseling ... [..] Read more

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Volunteer Spotlight | Ginger

"The work [Carolina Breast Friends] does is truly inspiring... Our community is so fortunate to have such an amazing organization. I feel honored to be a part of it."

Ginger Seabrook is a volunteer that's helping us with... well... volunteers. Earlier this year Ginger raised her hand as someone who could help coordinate and track sign-up opportunities for volunteers. Since then, she has been making sure we have enough volunteers to help with ... [..] Read more

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Mission Moment | Stephanie & Louise

"I never had anyone that I really could connect with. ... it was so comforting to talk to someone who was familiar with what you're experiencing."

April's Mission Moment was written by Alicia Roberts, CBF VolunteerFor many breast cancer survivors who participate in the Mentoring Program at The Pink House, finding that person who understands what you're thinking and feeling is what it's all about.That's why Louise McArthur feels so ... [..] Read more

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Donor Spotlight | Mood House

"CBF is one of those pillar organizations in the community. When we honed in to focus on breast cancer as a cause important to us as an organization, working with CBF was a no-brainer."

Cristina Wilson--founder of Mood House, a "home for stress-melting massage" in Dilworth--understands the importance of recharging your mind and body within a setting that fosters community and a sense of home. Considering the setting at The Pink ... [..] Read more

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Volunteer Spotlight | Darylene

"Navigating stage IV cancer is daunting, so anything that can reduce that stress is an amazing thing to be part of."

Carolina Breast friends (CBF) is proud to offer a mentoring program, where someone experiencing breast cancer is matched with someone that has a similar diagnosis but who is further down the road in navigating the journey. We're also proud to have devoted mentors like Darylene Finkelstein who share their time and personal insight. ... [..] Read more

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Our Historic Milestone & the History-Making Woman Who Started it All

March is Women's History Month, yet the entire year of 2023 is a historic milestone for Carolina Breast Friends! We are celebrating our 20^th year serving our mission! And it all started with a history-making woman whose dream began everything we have become: our founder Kristy Adams-Ebel. Kristy was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 32. She quickly recognized that part of her ability to cope with the struggle depended ... [..] Read more

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Donor Spotlight | Rich and Bennett

"My late business partner, Jeff Bennett, discovered CBF when a close family member had been diagnosed with breast cancer, and it became clear that CBF should be a charity partner of ours."

For the past several years... and according to Rich Saner, for the foreseeable future... CBF is the charity partner for the Rich and Bennett Halloween Pub Crawl. The October timing of Breast Cancer Awareness month and the very popular Charlotte pub crawl make ... [..] Read more

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Now Hiring | Director, Programs & Volunteers

It is with a mixture of sadness and excitement that we announce Carrie Williams, Director of Programs & Volunteers, has resigned from her position at Carolina Breast Friends.

It is an understatement to say that Carrie has been a tremendous asset to our organization over the past year. She has introduced several new and innovative programs for our Survivors & Thrivers and established a robust group of volunteers and volunteer opportunities. We will miss Carrie's ... [..] Read more

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Mission Moment | Erin

"It makes you feel good to have others around you who are going through the same thing and understand."

March's Mission Moment was written by Alicia Roberts, CBF VolunteerTechnically, Erin Lind met Ann Nelson well before she ever stepped foot in The Pink House.In the aftermath of her first breast cancer diagnosis in July 2014 ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) in her right breast, which was treated with a lumpectomy and radiation Erin ... [..] Read more

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Volunteer Spotlight | Sherry

"It means so much to me to donate my time for the benefit of other people that are so brave--whether they are fighting the fight, surviving, and/or thriving."

Sherry has lived in Charlotte for over ten years and often drove by The Pink House. It always piqued her curiosity as she has lost loved ones to breast cancer."I looked up Carolina Breast Friends and loved what I read about it," says Sherry. ... [..] Read more

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Donor Spotlight | High Tide Hospitality

"We have loved learning about the many services offered by CBF and seeing how our dollars make a difference."

In the fall of 2022, High Tide Hospitality, who owns and operates Sea Level, Ace No. 3 and The Waterman, were interested in supporting a local breast cancer non-profit. They heard about CBF through word of mouth and reached out with some ideas about how to support the mission for Breast Cancer Awareness month."Nearly ... [..] Read more

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Volunteer Spotlight | Myers Park High School Think Pink Club

"For us, volunteering for CBF is utterly inspiring. Serving the breast cancer community is always fulfilling, yet having the opportunity to build friendships with the Survivors, Thrivers, and amazing CBF staff is something we know we will cherish forever. This community is supportive, strong, and truly incredible."

Myers Park High School's Think Pink Club was created just before 2020 with the goal of supporting Carolina Breast Friends through volunteer opportunities and drives to collect ... [..] Read more

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Donor Spotlight | Darlene

"Giving back to CBF means that their loving work can continue to help women just like me."

The greatest testament to our mission is when Survivors & Thrivers return their thanks by giving back. This is exactly the case for Darlene, who was diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in-situ in December of 2021 and underwent a bi-lateral mastectomy. Her surgeon's nurse suggested she call The Pink House. "What I needed most was just ... [..] Read more

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Mission Moment | Colette

"A common theme is that we lose our friends when we get diagnosed with cancer and go through it. I lost two really good friends. ... [so] I am so glad I found this place. At The Pink House, nobody judges."

January's Mission Moment was written by Alicia Roberts, CBF VolunteerWhen asked to choose a theme song for her breast cancer journey, Colette Wagoner didn't hesitate to name "You've Got Another Thing Comin'" ... [..] Read more

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Volunteer Spotlight | Ana Lucía

"My heart is full every time I get a chance to serve this community. I am always in awe of the stories, the courage and the determination of the women I meet during my visits...I receive as much, or more, than what I give."

Ana Lucía Divins is a Certified Music Practitioner (CMP) and a Reiki Practitioner. As a CMP, Ana Lucía provides therapeutic music by the bedside of patients with various conditions at ... [..] Read more

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