December News from CanCare
Dear CanCare Family,
As the holiday season draws near, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible impact you have made this year. Your generosity, resilience, and compassion have brought hope and healing to so many individuals and families facing the challenges of cancer.
To our donors, your contributions fuel the mission of CanCare, allowing us to provide vital support to those who need it most. To our clients, your courage inspires us daily. And to our volunteers, your selfless dedication truly embodies the spirit of the season.
We wish you and your loved ones a season filled with joy, peace, and togetherness. Thank you for being part of our CanCare family—we look forward to continuing this meaningful journey with you in the year ahead.
Warm holiday wishes,
Darcie Champagne Wells
President and CEO, CanCare Caregiver Volunteer
Volunteer Spotlight: Sharon Kimble-Kramchack
This giving season, we’re shining a light on an extraordinary volunteer with a heart for caregiving: Sharon Kimble-Kramchack. Sharon’s journey is one of resilience and compassion. As a caregiver for her husband during his battle with stage 4 lymphoma, Sharon’s experience shaped her dedication to helping others. Today, she serves as a CanCare volunteer, offering hope and support to those navigating cancer.
Sharon was born and raised in San Antonio, TX, and moved to Houston to complete her degree before becoming an accountant and tax analyst. Outside of supporting CanCare clients, she enjoys cycling and sewing and is currently working on repairing her mother's handmade blankets.
Sharon first learned about CanCare after her husband’s cancer diagnosis, and their journey transformed how they view life, she shared that, “Cancer taught us what really matters in life. It pushes you to prioritize and focus on what’s truly important.”
Sharon wants others to know that CanCare supports not only patients but also survivors and caregivers. Stating that, “So often, people don’t know how to reach out or how to be a caregiver for a loved one with cancer. At CanCare, we have firsthand experience. Whether you’re a patient or a caregiver, we have Certified Survivors and Caregivers who truly understand what you’re going through and are here to help.”
Sharon, your fierce dedication to CanCare’s mission inspires us all. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of so many.
Join Our Year-End Campaign: Hope for the Holidays
This holiday season, your gift can go twice as far! Thanks to a generous $10,000 matching gift, every dollar you donate will be doubled—bringing even more hope to those facing cancer.
Your support will ensure no one has to face cancer alone this holiday season while preparing us to serve more clients and train more volunteers than ever before in the new year. Together, we can expand our reach and make a lasting impact.
Join us in giving hope today—because no one should face cancer alone.
Thank you for being part of this life-changing mission.
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HOPE in the Face of Cancer
We’re honored to share an incredible episode featuring Leonard, a 32–year survivor and longtime CanCare volunteer who has dedicated himself to providing unwavering support to those facing cancer.
In this conversation, Leonard opens up about his journey with CanCare, the power of connection, and the profound impact that simply being there for someone can have.
For Leonard, helping others through their cancer journey is more than a commitment—it’s a calling.
Tune in to hear his story of compassion, resilience, and the strength he’s witnessed in those he supports. Listen via: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere you get your podcasts!
HOPE in the Face of Cancer
“Faith over fear.”
Val's journey as a five-time cancer survivor is nothing short of remarkable. On this week’s episode of Hope in the Face of Cancer, Val shares how her faith, determination, and the support of her community helped her overcome the toughest challenges.
“Cancer has taught me not to wait to live. Today is what we have, and it’s a gift.”
Join us for an inspiring conversation about hope, resilience, and the power of never giving up.
