July 2025

LINK TO HOPE NEWSLETTER

A message from the Executive Director - Melissa Karrer

Hi Friends,

We're still seeking sponsors (and players) for our 11th annual Links to Hope golf scramble this year on September 15th at Champions golf course again.

This is a great way to get involved and support our mission and to be a link to hope for so many Kentuckians who need our help. Reach out to Melanie, if you're interested in these opportunities, or if you have questions. Save the date and we hope to see you there!

We never take for granted the opportunity to serve our Kentucky communities and can only continue to do so through crucial funding of our mission. So far, this year, we've provided nearly 2,500 services to over 1,600 Kentuckians in 109 of the 120 counties in the Commonwealth!

Thank you for staying connected! Let's continue to work together to be a link to hope for our fellow Kentuckians!

Cheers,

Melissa

Please consider supporting our mission financially in 2025 so that we can continue mailing fuel cards to cancer patients with transportation barriers and providing free wigs and post mastectomy garments to women in need and to make the greatest impact in our communities throughout the Commonwealth. All of our donations stay local to help Kentuckians in need.

Your involvement can make a significant difference!

Every donation counts...

Click here to donate today

When you purchase gift cards for any occasion, through the link below, a portion of the proceeds benefit KY CancerLink.

Click here to shop over 200 different gift card options available

through RaiseRight.

Save the Date!

WKYT - Link to Hope

Each month on WKYT, a Link to Hope story is featured with Amber Philpott.

In this month's segment, learn how one KY program has been helping underserved women get screened for breast cancer for 10 years!

Click here to view segments!

THANK YOU to WKYT for your partnership!

Grateful Patient

Virtual Tour!

Click here for a virtual tour of our KCL office!

Out and About

Melissa attended UK Markey Cancer Center's Expressions of Courage event for cancer survivors on June 6th at Kroger Field in Lexington. Being a breast cancer survivor herself, of nearly 13 years, this event is very meaningful. KCL is honored to attend this event each year.

Melanie attended the Med Center Health Health & Wellness Expo on June 7th at the Slone Convention Center in Bowling Green. Melanie was there to offer education on KCL resources & support available to those affected by cancer or in need of screenings. She was additionally able to offer take-home FITS for eligible individuals.

Melanie was in Cynthiana on June 12th at 3M for their employee health fair. We love opportunities to educate the community and share resources with Kentuckians.

Melanie attended Gilda's Club Kentuckiana's Community is Stronger than Cancer Day on June 28th in Louisville. This event celebrates the strength of community for those impacted by cancer and fosters connections with other cancer related resources and support.

Ways to GIVE BACK!

Did you know we have an Amazon wish list?

One of our greatest needs is $25 Visa gift cards we use to send to cancer patients to help them travel to and from treatment appointments.

Amazon gift cards, in any amount, help us purchase nutritional supplements, durable medical equipment, and other items to help patients who are experiencing a cancer diagnosis.

Click here to shop our Amazon wish list

Click here to register your Kroger rewards card!

Delicious Ideas

Watermelon Mint Refresher

This seasonal refresher is easy to make and

appropriate for all ages.

Watermelon is a great source of antioxidants and nutrients like vitamins A & C, plus it helps you stay hydrated and is low in calories too.

Click here for recipe!

Summer Orzo Salad

This recipe is a great side dish to pair with any meal, and it makes a great option to bring to a barbecue too!

Load it up with your favorite seasonal fresh veggies and herbs for a real treat.

Click here for recipe!

Smores Cookie Bars

Nothing says Summer quite like smores over a campfire but if you want a version without the campfire, this recipe won't disappoint.

The combination of a warm chocolate chip cookie and ooey, gooey marshmallows with melted chocolate is a special treat.

Click here for recipe!

Link to Hope Podcast

Kentuckians need hope today. Link 2 Hope is a monthly podcast featuring community partners discussing ways to remove barriers for Kentuckians in need of screening, diagnosis and treatment for cancer.

New episodes available! Click HERE.

Is there a topic that you would like to hear about? Contact Melanie Hunter at melanieh@kycancerlink.org to share your ideas!

Thank you to our partner, RunSwitch PR!

Available on whichever platform you listen to your podcasts. Subscribe to be informed when new episodes are added!

Share your ideas and resources! Do you know of something that might be useful to the cancer community? Let us know, and we may share it in future publications.

Email Melanie Hunter at melanieh@kycancerlink.org

KENTUCKY CANCERLINK

2425 Regency Road, Suite B

Lexington, KY 40503

Phone: 859-309-1700

Toll-Free: 877-597-4655

Fax: 859-368-8418