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Sarah Ellery Receives the Linda Rainford Award

We are thrilled to share a moment of immense pride for the entire My Hope Bag community. Our incredible Founder and CEO, Sarah Ellery, who is the heart, hands, and spirit behind everything we do, was presented with the Linda Rainford Award by the Desert Cancer Foundation of Arizona.

This meaningful award is given to individuals who go above and beyond to bring comfort, hope, and compassion to those affected by cancer. Anyone who has met Sarah knows just how deeply this describes her. Her presence radiates kindness, and her leadership is rooted in genuine care for every woman navigating a breast cancer diagnosis.

Through her vision and unwavering dedication, My Hope Bag has supported countless women across Arizona, delivering personalized bags, offering connection and comfort through home visits, and ensuring that no one walks their journey alone. Sarah’s commitment has shaped this organization into a trusted source of hope during some of life’s hardest moments.

We also want to extend a heartfelt thank-you to Lin Sue Flood, who emceed the event with grace and warmth. Her thoughtful presence made the celebration even more meaningful.

Please join us in celebrating Sarah for this incredibly well-deserved recognition. Her work continues to inspire us every day, and we are honored to walk beside her in this mission of hope and healing.

Mr. Pink at ASU

October 21, 2025 – aKDPhi Sorority at ASU held their event of the year, Mr. Pink Pageant at ASU’s Tempe Campus. MHB’s Kristin Olafs spoke to the audience about My Hope Bag and how much we appreciate aKDPhi Sorority sponsoring My Hope Bag during this month of October.

The men competing for Mr. Pink, wore bras for one of the sessions. They had a talent competition, and each shared what his superpower was.  The men were questioned on their commitment as well as various initiatives. The audience voted on who they thought fit the bill and each vote cost $1. Those funds went to breast cancer research. Kristin concluded that these are great young representatives to spread the word on breast cancer awareness.

Texas Roadhouse in Scottsdale

October 22, 2025 – Texas Roadhouse, Scottsdale, held its Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 10% Dine to Donate event, on October 22. Stacey and Jenilee, new Hope Sisters for My Hope Bag, participated in the event.  They were sharing with guests about My Hope Bag as well as some breast cancer statistics. Stacey and Jenilee can’t wait for next year when they have another opportunity to visit with the guests of Texas Roadhouse, Scottsdale.

At last count, Texas Roadhouse collected just under $2000 in donations for My Hope Bag.  Thank you, Axel Diaz, 657 Marketing Manager, for making this opportunity available for My Hope Bag.

Fireside Chat to Raise Awareness

October 23, 2025 – JPMorgan Chase hosted a Fireside Chat with their employees. My Hope Bag was invited to be on a panel with two other women: one a JPMorgan Chase employee and the other, a representative from Impact One. Sarah Ellery and Angie Jones represented My Hope Bag.  The panel was individually asked questions on how their nonprofit helps women with breast cancer while the Chase employee shared about her breast cancer journey.

This was a great way for the breast cancer community to share their knowledge with this wonderful company, about breast cancer and how our respective nonprofit serves women and men with breast cancer.  There was a time when those attending were able to ask questions. The event was shared with other employees via Zoom. Thank you to JPMorgan Chase for hosting this event and including My Hope Bag for the panel.

Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser

Texas Roadhouse is doing its part for Stompin’ Out Breast Cancer with fundraisers at two locations.

The Scottsdale location is presenting 10% Dine to Donate on October 15 & 22 from 3:00 pm to close. Present the flier (on your phone) to your server, and 10% of your meal will be donated to My Hope Bag.

Texas Roadhouse in Gilbert will be accepting donations throughout October. Please inform your server how much you would like to donate to receive a gift from them. It’s a definite win-win for both great restaurants.

Thank you, Texas Roadhouse.

Scottsdale Flyer

Scottsdale Texas Roadhouse fundraiser flyer

Gilbert Flyer

Gilbert Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser Flyer

Bingo for Boobies is Back!

Mark your calendars and grab your daubers because Bingo for Boobies is back and better than ever! Join us on Friday, September 12th for a night full of fun, friends, and fundraising in support of My Hope Bag.

Whether you’re a seasoned bingo pro or just in it for the laughs, here’s what you can expect at this unforgettable event:

A Night of Purpose and Play

At its heart, Bingo for Boobies is about community and compassion. Every dollar raised helps us deliver personalized My Hope Bags, provide wellness education, and offer real, human connection to those facing a breast cancer diagnosis. By showing up, you’re doing more than playing games—you’re changing lives.

The Details

Pro tip: Tables go fast—grab a group and reserve yours early!

What’s Included:

Why We Do It

At My Hope Bag, we believe that no one should face breast cancer alone. Events like Bingo for Boobies help us deliver love in action, whether it’s through a comforting visit, wellness resources, or a simple hug. When you show up, you’re saying, “You’re not alone.”

Bring Your Squad

The more the merrier! Invite your girlfriends, coworkers, neighbors or anyone who loves a good time for a great cause. Bingo is just better when shared.

How to Get Tickets

Tickets go fast, and space is limited! Get Your Tickets Here!

Let’s come together for an evening filled with fun, inspiration, and the power of community. Your presence means more than you know because every boobie deserves hope.

See you at Bingo!

Bingo for Boobies fun

October Was Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Thank you to everyone who participated in making October 2024, breast cancer awareness month, a very memorable month of getting together with other survivors, attending events to honor them, and increasing donations to keep My Hope Bag serving those with breast cancer. The wonderful people who set up fundraisers for My Hope Bag are listed below.

Please enjoy reading about these selfless organizations.

Texas Roadhouse – Owner James Bleil and Local Store Marketer Cassie Hamilton welcomed My Hope Bag with open arms.  They decorated a tree with pink ornaments and informed their guests how they could contribute to My Hope Bag’s service to breast cancer patients with their donations. They raised $3195 for My Hope Bag and presented it as $50 gift cards for My Hope Bag to present to women going through their breast cancer journey.

Texas Roadhouse MHB Christmas Tree Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser

Mesa Police Department—During the month of October, the Mesa Police Department sold various commemorative items for their Pink Patch Project, and the profits from those items were donated to My Hope Bag. Various pink police items also contributed to profits. Assistant Chief Ed Wessing, Mesa Police Department, presented My Hope Bag with a check for $4630.87 so My Hope Bag can continue to fill tote bags with items each new warrior will need during their breast cancer journey.

Mesa Police Department Team Mesa PD Presentation

Mesa PD Fundraiser

Nuvei Scottsdale – Lori Barbarotto and employees of Nuvei Scottsdale held a bake sale and raised $787 to donate to My Hope Bag. It looks like they had fun selling all those yummy desserts. I told them if they do a bake sale again, we would love to come and help them sell. Who can resist women in pink??

Nuvei Scottsdale Team Nuvei Scottsdale Breast Cancer Awareness

Nuvei Scottsdale Remembers

Phillips Law Group—Thank you, Phillips Law Group, for donating $2375 from their “On Wednesdays, We Wear Pink” campaign throughout the year. We enjoy seeing the employees donning pink on Wednesdays and knowing that for each one who does, Phillips donates to My Hope Bag. It’s really a fun campaign.

Bikers for Boobies – To this wonderful organization, we thank you for your donation of $3000. We were honored to receive this donation from your October 2023 Motorcycle Run.

Thank you all for your support and for supporting breast cancer awareness!!

Daimler Truck North America Supports My Hope Bag

September 24, 2023

Daimler Truck NA holds a charity event/dinner as part of their Annual Parts Conference. This year, Daimler Truck chose to support My Hope Bag as the honored charity. Daimler’s Sandra Todd told My Hope Bag, “I selected your charity because I love that you put together a Hope Bag for those who are going through breast cancer.  I think it’s amazing that the people who deliver the bags are also breast cancer survivors or caregivers who understand what the person is going through. I love everything about what you are doing to help those through an extremely tough time in their life.”

Sandra continued, “As we are ending the month of September and going into the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness month in October, I thought what better way to end the month than to share your organization with our event to help kick off the next month!  My company would like to make a $10,000 donation for My Hope Bag.” Other donations during the evening totaled $ 1,300. Thank you, Daimler, for your generosity.

My Hope Bag shared a little about how it helps men and women with breast cancer.  Having a predominantly male audience allowed us to encourage men to have an annual breast cancer checkup, as well as women. It was great to share that information with over 400 people at the event.  If you want more information about men’s breast cancer, please contact info@myhopebag.org.  Thank you, Daimler Truck NA!

Lizzy and Sarah Daimler Event

Daimler Truck NA Supports My Hope Bag

Daimler Truck North America

 

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