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Rise Above Cancer Foundation

Supporting cancer patients, survivors & families . No one should face cancer alone
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10/14/2026

You don’t have to go through it alone 🩵

Starting October 23, our Resilience Circle will bring together youth and young adults ages 15-34 who are going through cancer treatment or life after cancer. It’s a welcoming space to meet people who understand, share as much or as little as you like, listen and take part in fun group activities.

Come as you are. There’s no pressure and no judgment. Just connection, support and community. You belong here!

📅 Every other week, starting October 23
🕐 Choose an in-person session: 1–2 p.m. or 3–4 p.m.
💻 Zoom session: 6–7 p.m.
📍 Sisters in Sync, 1030 Upper James St., Unit 305, Hamilton

To join, sign up at riseabovecancer.org under Resilience Program, email [email protected] or send us a DM

10/07/2026

🎉 It’s 30 for 30! 🎉

This October, our founder Chengetai Nyamande turned 30. As a two-time cancer survivor, she’s celebrating by giving hope to young people facing cancer.

If you’re able, please consider donating $30 or more this month to help Rise Above Cancer Foundation support youth and young adults going through cancer treatment and recovery. Every gift, in any amount, makes a difference.

Donate at riseabovecancer.org/donate (link in bio), scan the QR code, or send an e-transfer to [email protected].

Can’t donate right now? Sharing this post means the world to us too.

Thank you for celebrating with us! 🧡

03/14/2026

Last weekend was truly special for us at Rise Above Cancer Foundation.

We had the privilege of coming together with an incredible group of volunteers who showed up with open hearts and a willingness to serve. Together, we packed care packages for cancer patients and one of the most touching parts was seeing volunteers take the time to write handwritten cards filled with messages of encouragement and hope.
Each package now carries not only helpful items, but also heartfelt words from people who care.

A special thank you to Sisters in Sync for generously providing their space for us to host the packing event. Your support made this day possible.

To every volunteer who gave their time, energy, and kindness, thank you. Your compassion will bring comfort to someone who needs it. ❤️

03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today we celebrate the strength, courage, and achievements of women everywhere. May we continue to uplift one another, break barriers, and inspire the next generation of women to dream boldly and lead confidently.

03/03/2026

We’re packing care gift bags for cancer patients across local hospitals, and we would love your help.

No experience needed , just a willing heart. 🤍

📅 March 7
⏰ 12–3 PM
📍 Sisters in Sync – 1030 Upper James St, Unit 305, Hamilton

If you’re available and would like to come and help , please send us a message or comment below.

Let’s come together and remind someone fighting cancer that they are not alone.

03/03/2026

We’re proud to share that our founder , received the Emerging Young Leader Award at the 30th Reverend John C. Holland Awards

This recognition is bigger than one person, it’s a reflection of the mission behind Rise Above Cancer Foundation: ensuring no one faces cancer alone through compassionate community, emotional support and practical help.

Thank you to and everyone who continues to believe in this work.

Follow along, share this post, and connect with us if you or someone you love needs support.

02/05/2026

World Cancer Day is a reminder that cancer is not a one day fight. Every day, we stand with patients, survivors, and caregivers,through treatment, recovery, and beyond.

Together, we rise above cancer through strength, compassion, and community.🤍

Share this post to help spread cancer awareness.

10/13/2025

Every survivor’s story carries power.

If you’re a cancer survivor, we’d love for you to join our mission ,to offer peer support to patients in treatment and share your story on our upcoming Voices of Resilience podcast.

Your voice, your experience, and your strength can give someone else lose hope and make a difference.

Sign up on our website, email us, or send a DM to get started!
riseabovecancer.org |[email protected]

07/01/2025

🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day from all of us at Rise Above Cancer Foundation!
Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience and unity that make this country home.
Here’s to rising above, together. ❤️🍁

06/23/2025

Meet Chengetai Nyamande, the heart behind Rise Above Cancer Foundation.
Diagnosed with cancer twice, she turned her pain into purpose and her battle into a mission of hope. Rise Above Cancer was born so that no one else has to fight cancer alone.
Her story is a reminder that healing is possible. And together, we can rise.
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Hamilton, ON

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+13658880600

Website

https://riseabovecancer.org/

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