Empowering Our Community: A Year of Growth and Support | |
Dear Friends,
As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible milestones and moments that have shaped Tough Warrior Princesses. Thanks to your unwavering support, 2023 has been a year of growth, impact, and heartfelt connections. Here's a look at some of the highlights:
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Warrior Baskets, Chats, and Yoga
Our Warrior Basket Program, our largest initiative, has seen remarkable growth this year. We're thrilled to report that we distributed a total of 283 baskets, each valued at $600 or more, to individuals facing cancer diagnoses or recurrence. These baskets offer valuable comfort and support, providing practical items and resources to aid them in their journey. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Amesbury Industrial Supply for their generous space donation, which has been instrumental in allowing us to create these incredible baskets. We also appreciate the support of Eighteen Friend Street in Amesbury and NewFed Insurance in Danvers for serving as basket pick-up locations.
In addition to our Basket Program, our monthly Warrior Chats, sponsored by Linden Financial and with special thanks to Ovedia Artisan Chocolates, continue to provide a safe and supportive space for our community to connect and share. These gatherings have played a key role in fostering camaraderie, understanding, and friendships among our community members.
Furthermore, our monthly Warrior Yoga sessions, made possible in part by Ride the Wave Yoga studio, have offered moments of peace and rejuvenation. These sessions have provided a nurturing environment for our members to find solace and strength.
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Community Support and Fundraisers |
 |  | We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support we've received from our community members who have hosted fundraisers and events this year to benefit Tough Warrior Princesses. A special thank you goes out to Drive Custom Fit Driven Pink Event, CNA Stores, Phat Cats, Salon Pure, JSJ Aesthetics, the Living Proof Fundraiser, Winners Circle Running Club April Fools 4-Miler race, Munters, EDM Construction, UMass Communities Against Cancer, the new Bra-zaar event hosted by Cynthia Keefe, Shear Fabulous Salon, St. James Church, The Green Cocoon, Peabody High School Volleyball Team, Institution for Savings, and It Takes a Village Friend Group for organizing such touching, creative, and inspiring fundraisers in support of our cause. We also thank those who donated, hosted Facebook or JustGiving Fundraisers, volunteered, shared our posts, and attended our events. Your generosity and dedication are what enable us to continue our vital work. Thank you for being an integral part of our community.
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New Partnerships and Collaborations
In 2023, we forged a new partnership with Farm & Sea in Amesbury, who not only provides us with beautiful basket products, (candles and lotions) but also generously donates to our cause. Farm & Sea's mission is to provide simple, beautifully-scented products that enhance our everyday life. Their brand uses the power of scent to evoke memories, create moods, and uplift and relax.
We also benefited from initiatives like the Amesbury Stop & Shop Shopping Bag Program and the Salem NH Police Pink Patch Program.
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Mo's Merry Christmas wrapped up an amazing year
As the year came to a close, Mo's Merry Christmas was a heartwarming testament to the spirit of giving. We were overwhelmed by the generosity of those who donated items and funds, making this event a beautiful success for two extremely deserving families.
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Board Member and Personal Milestones | |
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In 2023, Tough Warrior Princesses welcomed a new board member, Vicky Sherwood, LICSW, RYT-200, who brings valuable expertise and passion to our cause. Vicky has an extensive background in business as well as in social work. She currently owns a practice in Amesbury. Vicky facilitates our Warrior Yoga classes.
We also celebrated the miraculous journey of board member, Megan Tierney, a cancer survivor, who just welcomed twins against all odds after her battle with cancer.
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Remembering Brenda Haskell and those we lost | |
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We mourned the loss of our beloved board member, Brenda Haskell, whose dedication and spirit continue to inspire us every day. Brenda's beautiful Quilt of Hope continues to travel to public locations for viewing and adding names of cancer survivors, thrivers, and those we have lost.
We are honored to recognize and celebrate the cherished memories of loved ones whose legacies live on through the generous donations made in their names. Your contributions in memory of these remarkable individuals and the personal notes you shared help us honor their memories in such a meaningful way - Brenda Haskell, Geoff Cyr, Patty York, Kathy Elliman, Lucille Comeau, Amy Merluzzi, Sherry Duchesneau, Andrea Morneau, Frances Dodier, Daniel Carta, Linda Ainsworth, Jayne Licktieg-Ringuette, Donna Scott, Leota Johnson, Karen Campbell, Jeanette Cattan, Christine Gallery, Anna Bradley, Judy Landry.
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In the coming year, we are excited to build on our successes and expand our impact. We continue to remain an all-volunteer organization. We are committed to enhancing our presence and messaging to ensure that our mission resonates clearly with our community. We are currently working on a new tagline. Your feedback will be invaluable as we embark on this journey. | |
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Finally, we want to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who has supported us throughout the year. Your contributions, whether big or small, have made a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by cancer. We are honored to have such a supportive community by our side. We are wishing you all peace, love, and healing in 2024.
Best,
The Tough Warrior Princesses
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