2023 Annual impact report
We are a survivor-led nonprofit* that is changing the landscape of cancer support around the globe.
*AFC is a project of Social & Environmental Entrepreneurs (SEE), a California-based 501(c)3 organization.
Our mission is to help people make sense of the complex emotions of cancer and give them the tools, support, and community to move forward with resilience and purpose.
Our impact
Steve Kimani (2023 Africa Elevate Fellow from Kenya) sheds light on the challenging reality of cancer stigma in Kenya, as well as the transformative power of belonging and finding a true home in A Fresh Chapter.
“So much of battling cancer must by necessity be faced alone. That’s why
A Fresh Chapter is so very valuable. Being a part of a community of wonderful people who truly ‘get it’ lifts so much of the psychic burden, providing opportunities for personal growth and rejuvenation. And a blessed reminder that while we still must traverse the journey ourselves, we are in fact not alone while doing so.”
— Howard Estes
“I first encountered A Fresh Chapter in 2019, and the organization has since provided me with invaluable tools. The AFC Leaders Program offered a fantastic opportunity to meet people from
different parts of the world and learn about their experiences and cultural views on cancer. This not only broadened my understanding but also helped me connect with others passionate about making a difference in the field of cancer advocacy.”
— Carmen Monge
Marlene Nortje (2023 Africa Elevate Fellow from South Africa) reflects on her experience participating in one of our grassroots Mizizi workshops and her hopes to see these workshops unfold in her community.
Our year in numbers
1,572 PEOPLE
impacted by cancer served directly
3 PROJECTS
launched to expand our impact in Africa
17 COLLABORATIONS
with other organizations in the cancer community
2 NEW PROGRAMS
launched globally
Our supporters
Words cannot possibly describe how grateful we are to everyone that has helped empower people impacted by cancer across the globe to redefine and rebuild their lives in the aftermath of cancer. Your support and generosity make this work possible.
Today, we’d like to spotlight just a few of our donors who made generous gifts in support of fresh chapters for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers in 2023.
And, we extend immense gratitude to Arin Assero and Steve Bessen for their unwavering dedication and partnership throughout the years.
Anonymous Fund of MCF
Lichter-Marck Fund of the Liberty Hill Foundation
Arin Assero & Steve Bessen
Kevin D. Stein, PhD FAPOS
Lisbeth (Ellie) Britt
Lori Feller
Natalia & Peter Safran
Carol Moore
Greg & Melissa Wingham
Mindy Buchanan
A message from our CEO
Reflecting on a decade of A Fresh Chapter fills me with both awe and gratitude. From the audacious dream in New Delhi to serving thousands annually across the globe, our story has already exceeded my wildest imaginings.
The pages of our 2023 chapter are filled with significant milestones — the global launch of our new AFC Leaders and Amplify programs, our return to onsite cross-cultural programming after four years, and a direct impact in the lives of over 1,500 cancer survivors, patients, caregivers, and advocates around the world.
I’m incredibly grateful to our donors, partners, alumni, staff, and volunteers who make this work possible and am excited about what we can build together in the next ten years.
Terri Wingham
CEO & Founder
A Fresh Chapter
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