My name is Melisa Rogers and I am a breast cancer survivor, a warrior in pink. During my regular yearly checkup a couple of spots were discovered on my mammogram that needed to be checked out further. As we all know early detection is key. On November 5th, 2015 I received a call from my doctor letting me know that I did indeed have Stage 2 breast cancer. After getting a second opinion and many tests and procedures, my treatment began on November 25th, 2015. After undergoing 6 chemo treatments, I had a bilateral mastectomy on April 7th, 2016. On April 20th I was told that I was CANCER FREE!! I still had some treatments and surgeries to undergo, but we had done it, we killed the cancer.
I was very fortunate to have a very good insurance plan that allowed me to receive the care that I needed. I also had several mentors that were breast cancer survivors there when I needed a shoulder to cry on, gave me the encouragement to fight hard and mostly gave me hugs when needed. But the main thing that got me through this journey were my faith, my family and my friends, we all thank God for answered prayers. I try to give back when I can, by being a mentor to others and raising funds for a cure.
The reason for this letter is to ask you to donate for my Glori Days walk in Rhode Island on May 31st, June 1st & June 2nd, 2019. My goal is to raise $1,500to help those who need financial help for treatments and to find a cure. I am asking you to help me meet my financial goal. No gift is too small. Your support is needed to help find a cure for this disease that touches way too many lives. Thank you in advance for your support.
.jpg)
We walk to Celebrate, Honor, and Remember those touched by breast cancer—one step at a time, one mile at a time . We walk to provide FREE Education, Holistic Programs &Support Services to patients, survivors, their loved ones. ​Join us for an Inspirational Weekend!
| Supporters | |||
| Name | Date | Amount | Comments |
| Kevin & Susan Hendrickson | 05/01/2019 | $44.00 | Cathy Flake | 04/29/2019 | $100.00 | Judy Cherry | 04/26/2019 | $50.00 | Almost there, wish it could be more. | Sara Barth | 04/26/2019 | $25.00 | So proud! | Mary & Bill Rader | 04/25/2019 | $100.00 | Carol Massey | 04/25/2019 | $25.00 | Scott Kibler | 04/19/2019 | $10.00 | Walk on | Lora Rimmer | 04/18/2019 | $50.00 | So proud of you for continuing to bring awareness, raise money to find a cure and to help the many, many people who live with cancer every day! Have a great walk, Melisa! | Shari Strickling | 04/18/2019 | $50.00 | JeNna Lowman | 04/18/2019 | $50.00 | Anonymous Friend | 04/18/2019 | $35.00 | Kevin & Susan Hendrickson | 04/03/2019 | $44.00 | Lachel Dreyer | 03/28/2019 | $50.00 | Alicia Haupt | 03/18/2019 | $50.00 | Bunny Higgins | 03/18/2019 | $100.00 | You go girl. I am so inspired by your determination | Cathy Flake | 03/14/2019 | $100.00 | Charles Chilcote | 03/13/2019 | $100.00 | You're one step closer. Good luck Missy!!! | Bunny Higgins | 03/02/2019 | $50.00 | You go girl! | Melisa Rogers | 06/13/2018 | $30.00 | Melisa Rogers | 06/13/2018 | $500.00 |
| Total | $1,563.00 | ||