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Kick off to Mother's Day at Spavia Day Spa

April 7, 2024

4:00pm-7:00pm

Spavia Minnetonka

Visit Spavia for a women's health day with mini chair massages, skincare and make-up consultations, door prizes, special offers, and a chance to win a Mom's Weekend Wellness Package!

10% of all gift card sales will be donated between April 7-May 12, 2024.

Runway for Hope

April 20, 2024

10:30am-1:00pm

The Westin Edina Galleria

Join us for a showstopping day of fashion with a curated Galleria fashion show featuring today’s trends. While models walk the runway, enjoy sparkling wine and signature cocktails with a light brunch and enter to win great raffle items as we raise funds to support MN breast cancer patients. After the program, shop and dine at the Galleria!

Charlie's on Prior Round-Up Program

Ongoing

Visit Charlie's on Prior and round-up to the nearest dollar when you enjoy your next meal to benefit Hope Chest!

In-Honor Of

Thank you to those who have donated to Hope Chest in honor of:

Melinda Hoffman Beaudry

Elizabeth "Betty" Letendre

Renee Drag

Grants

Thank you to Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association who recently selected us as grant recipient.

Eating well can support your overall health, mood and body before, during and after cancer treatment

When facing cancer, it's vital to prioritize your body's care, ensuring it receives the necessary fuel for healing and recovery through proper nutrition. The Hope Chest for Breast Cancer Foundation understands the importance of nutrition as it relates to cancer. That's why one of the ways Hope Chest supports active patients is through providing gift cards to local grocery stores to ensure they have the funds they need to put healthy food on the table for themselves and their families. In honor of National Nutrition Month, we have included one of the recipes from The National Breast Cancer Foundation's (NBCF) Healthy Recipes for Cancer Patients eBook below.

Annie Cavalier, MS, RDN, LD explains, "This is the perfect recipe for when you are wanting something a little bit sweet but still nutritious. One of the reasons I love this recipe is that it is very soft, which makes it easier to eat when you have mouth sores (a common side effect from chemo). You can also add a little bit of protein powder to the batter to bump up the protein content. Toppings such as nut butters are also great options for boosting the protein and calories . Remember, when you have cancer, your calorie and protein needs are elevated."

Ingredients:

• 1 banana
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup oats
• ¼ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract
• Butter
• Topping ideas: fruit, maple syrup, peanut butter

Directions:

1. Place the banana, eggs, oats, cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Melt butter in a pan until the pan is evenly coated.
3. Pour the batter onto the pan (using 2 Tbsp to ¼ cup batter per pancake depending on what size you want them) and cook on low heat for 30-60 seconds.
4. Use a spatula to push up on the sides, and if it does not feel like it is sticking to the pan, flip it over and repeat on the other side.
5. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.

About The National Breast Cancer Foundation

NBCF’s mission is to help women now by providing help and inspiring hope to those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education, and support services.

Shannon McDonough, Board Secretary

Shannon is a Shareholder and Head of Law Firm’s Employment and Litigation Groups at Fafinski Mark & Johnson, PA.



“I first became involved with Hope Chest as pro bono employment counsel in 2014. I was motivated to continue my involvement as my Mom is a breast cancer survivor. I was a first-hand witness to the incredible challenges cancer patients and their families face throughout the entire journey. Hope Chest is there to help by alleviating financial strains and providing basic but important daily needs. I am incredibly proud to be a part of the Board to further this mission.”

If you are interested in joining our Board please reach out to Executive Director, Maureen Scallen Failor for more information.

If you're interested in joining our event planning committee email Kira Johnson.