AUGUST NEWSLETTER Check out what we've been up to this month |
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It's been an exciting month for The Boon Project. Read about how we've helped young adult survivors #fightandtakeflight this summer, and about some of our upcoming plans for fall and beyond! |
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Courage Club Corner Our Courage Club met in July at a Happy Hour and again in August for a free surf lesson courtesy of Kyle at Carolina Salt Surf Lessons. It was a great morning of meeting new friends, overcoming challenges, and stepping out of comfort zones. You know, just another day for these cancer fighting rockstars! |
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Reflections on the Importance of Courage Club Brenda Bianchi, a member of our board, attended a Courage Club event in July. I asked her to share her thoughts and reflections after the event. For those who haven't had the pleasure of seeing this great mission in action, please read on to see a glimpse of the good work that happens at these monthly gatherings. In July, I joined Katherine at Ms. Roses for the Courage Club happy hour. It was such a nice event gathering together to talk with everyone. New Courage Club members attended for and the bonding began among the group. I was so overwhelmed with how wonderful this experience was, being able to witness the Courage Club's purpose in action. I did not have much to offer to the conversations since I'm not "in the club," but enjoyed watching the group talk, laugh, share stories about their diagnosis. Seeing how the three complete strangers behaved like forever friends was so inspiring. It was obvious to me that a cancer diagnosis is something that bonds people immediately. During this time, I did not see fear, sadness, or heartache that I thought one with a cancer diagnosis would carry with them. Instead I saw comfort, strength, understanding, relief, and even joy. I was so honored to become a part of the Boon Project team from the very beginning, but this moment brought my passion to a whole new level. I look forward to more exciting events that this amazing non-profit has in store! |
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Back to School BBQ We teamed up with The Lonon Foundation and hosted a back to school BBQ in Mt. Pleasant last weekend. The Lonon Foundation exists to support families, specifically minor children, of those facing a cancer diagnosis. We enjoyed meeting new friends at this event and helping the children of some pretty amazing cancer warriors have a carefree afteroon. If you, or someone you know, is facing a cancer diagnosis while also raising their family, please visit thelononfoundation.org |
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September Courage Club Young Adults fighting and surving cancer are invited to join us at Break Out Charleston for a FREE breakout experience in their Bank Heist Room. RSVP is required. Please email Katherine@boonproject.org. First come first serve. We will meet at 6:45pm on Thursday, September 21 at Break Out Charleston in West Ashley. |
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October Courage Club Join us for a breakfast sail aboard Sail Folly with Captain Johnny. The boat leaves at 9AM on October 14. Fighters and survivors will enjoy eachother's company as they take a private sail through the waters of Folly. Space is limited and RSVP is mandatory. Please email Katherine@boonproject.org to reserve your spot. If you plans change, please notify us ASAP so your space may be offered to another. This event is courtesy of Sail Folly, with breakfast onboard provided by The Boon Project. We appreciate Captain Johnny's support of The Boon Project and encourage you all to support his wonderful business in turn. |
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Schedule A Cup of Courage Event Cups of Courage are included in our Boon Bags, as well as shared with patients of all ages currently undergoing cancer treatments. If you'd like to schedule a group event to decorate Cups of Courage to be distributed by The Boon Project, please contact our Courage Cup Coordinater (and young adult cancer survivor) Jennifer at CharlestonJenn@gmail.com. You can learn more below. | | |
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Courage Stories We've started a new series on our website called "Courage Stories." Young Adults face unique challenges in their cancer fight. The Boon Project exists to help address those challenges so that the young adults will be more empowered and able to focus on their healing. In this, we strive to highlight certain aspects of the young adult cancer fight as viewed through the stories of some of the members of our "Courage Club." Please visit the link below on our website to view the series. New videos are published monthly. | | |
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Look for us... Follypalooza- October 21 LLS Light the Night- October 26 |
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SAVE THE DATE April 12, 2018 (Thursday) The Boon Project will host our first gala and silent auction. The event will be held at The Country Club of Charleston. More information will be shared in the coming months, including how to purchase tickets to the event. Please save the date! We'd love to see you there! We are currently seeking sponsors for this event. If you are associated with a business or organization who would like to help make this night happen, please contact us at Katherine@boonproject.org, or you may reach out to any of our board members. |
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Amazon Smile You can support The Boon Project eachtime you shop on Amazon. Just "start with a smile" and be sure The Boon Project is selected as your charity of choice. You can follow the link below to select us and help us earn a portion of the money you spend at Amazon. | | |
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