Here are some facts about breast cancer in our country. We know that breast cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death among women in the U.S. 

• 1 out of every 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime 
• The good news? While the numbers of breast cancer cases continue to rise, especially in young women, treatment has improved.
• There is now a nearly 100% survival rate for early-stage cancer 

What might be different or unusual is how this particular organization raises funds to support those dealing with breast cancer treatment. They are a nonprofit organization called  Go Jen Go. Based in Charlotte, they provide critical support to families in the area who face the financial burden of a breast cancer diagnosis. Their assistance program, for example, covers household expenses like housing, utilities, and transportation, and even groceries. 

Another fact – dozens of nonprofit organizations raise hundreds of thousands of dollars to assist those who are battling breast cancer. However, one organization in the Queen City uniquely raises funds by wearing formerly worn wedding gowns. They are the Charlotte-based nonprofit Go Jen Go Foundation. Established in 2009, the Foundation has raked in over 2 million dollars to assist breast cancer patients and their families with everything from housing, transportation, to groceries. 

Guests

Susan Evren – Executive Director, Go Jen Go Foundation 

Shawna Dye Culik  – COO at Dye Culik, business law firm & + Event Chair for My Breast Friend’s Wedding 

Sandy Ann Cannupp – Mom to Lily, Wife, Breast Cancer Thriver, Go Jen Go Grantee