Tough Warrior Princesses
Empowering Women - Defying Cancer
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Warrior Baskets
When we hear of a woman who is newly diagnosed or facing a cancer recurrence, we work closely with their family or a close friend to arrange the delivery of a special Warrior Basket. These thoughtfully curated baskets are filled with essential items that offer comfort and support throughout diagnosis and treatment, along with inspirational pieces and valuable resources to guide them on their journey. Each basket is valued at over $600
Warrior Chats
Our monthly Warrior Chats is a support group for female cancer survivors. All women who have ever received a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime are welcome to attend.
Warrior Yoga
A monthly restorative yoga class for cancer survivors and their caregivers.
Where we work
Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Average number of service recipients per month
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Related Program
Warrior Baskets
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Warrior Baskets each valued at over $600 in support services, gift cards, and items for help in treatment.
Hours of support group services offered
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Holding steady
Context Notes
We host monthly Warrior Chat support groups and also monthly Warrior Yoga supportive and restorative sessions.
Number of support groups offered
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Related Program
Warrior Chats
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Holding steady
Goals & Strategy
Learn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.
Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
Our nonprofit was founded by a passionate group of cancer survivors and caregivers with the goal of assisting women navigating a new cancer diagnosis or recurrence. We are dedicated to offering love, support, and resources through our Warrior Baskets, Warrior Chats, and Warrior Yoga programs. By fostering connections within the cancer community, we aim to share valuable local resources and empower women in their cancer journey.
We are committed to maintaining an all-volunteer organization, led by our board of directors and supported by volunteers, to continue our mission of providing meaningful support to those affected by cancer.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
To achieve our mission, we employ several key strategies:
Community Engagement: We actively engage with the cancer community to understand their needs and provide relevant support through our programs and resources.
Program Development: We continuously develop and enhance our Warrior Baskets, Warrior Chats, and Warrior Yoga programs to ensure they meet the evolving needs of those facing cancer.
Partnerships: We cultivate partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and healthcare providers to expand our reach and offer comprehensive support services.
Volunteerism: We rely on the dedication and commitment of volunteers to deliver our programs effectively and efficiently, ensuring that every woman facing cancer receives the support she needs.
Awareness and Education: We raise awareness about cancer-related issues and educate the community about the resources and support available, empowering women to take control of their cancer journey.
Fundraising: We conduct fundraising activities to sustain our programs and ensure their availability to all women in need, regardless of financial status.
By implementing these strategies, we strive to fulfill our mission of providing love, support, and resources to women facing cancer, empowering them in their fight against this disease.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
To effectively carry out our strategies, we leverage several key capabilities:
Dedicated Team: Our team of cancer survivors, caregivers, and volunteers is passionate and dedicated to our mission, ensuring that we can deliver our programs with care and empathy.
Community Connections: We have strong connections within the cancer community, allowing us to understand the needs of those we serve and tailor our programs to meet those needs.
Program Development Expertise: Our team has expertise in program development, enabling us to continuously improve and expand our Warrior Baskets, Warrior Chats, and Warrior Yoga programs.
Partnership Building: We have established partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and healthcare providers, enabling us to collaborate and extend our reach to more women facing cancer.
Volunteer Network: Our network of volunteers is instrumental in delivering our programs, allowing us to provide support to a larger number of women facing cancer.
Awareness and Education Initiatives: We have developed effective awareness and education initiatives to inform the community about cancer-related issues and the support available, empowering women to seek help and support.
Fundraising Skills: Our team is skilled in fundraising, allowing us to raise the necessary funds to sustain our programs and ensure their availability to all women in need.
These capabilities enable us to effectively carry out our strategies and fulfill our mission of providing love, support, and resources to women facing cancer.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
Financials
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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Tough Warrior Princesses
Board of directorsas of 03/23/2024
Patricia Mellon
Tough Warrior Princesses
Term: 2011 - 2022
Sherri Ziomek
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Term: 2011 - 2022
Cheryl Woodsom
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Tina Journeay
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Jody Parker
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Barbara Smolinsky
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Lisa Stewart
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Sandy Schneider
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Megan Tierney
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Vicky Sherwood
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Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? No -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Not applicable -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? No -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? No
Organizational demographics
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Leadership
The organization's leader identifies as:
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Race & ethnicity
Gender identity
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Transgender Identity
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Sexual orientation
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Disability
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Equity strategies
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- We ask team members to identify racial disparities in their programs and / or portfolios.
- We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
- We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
- We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board.