For Pete's Sake ? Cancer Respite Foundation

Rally your team. Make a difference. Walk for families facing cancer.? Join us for the?For Pete’s Sake Walk!?on??April 27, 2025, at?Citizens Bank Park?in?Philadelphia! Bring your employees and their families together to form a corporate walk team — it’s more than just a walk. It’s a chance to give hope, healing, and support to those who need it most. By joining us, your business will: -Empower your team to give back -Strengthen bonds outside the office -Connect with the community and make a real impact Pictured below is?Team Erie Insurance?stepping up in the dugout — will your team be next? Let’s Stride for Respite together! Who’s in??https://lnkd.in/eMFdxiNy

Team Bradford White is making waves for families facing cancer! ???? As a proud sponsor, Team Bradford White is stepping up once again for the For Pete’s Sake Walk! on April 27! Their ongoing support extends far beyond the walk — they’re also helping bring comfort and care to families through their support of FPS and the nation’s first Cancer Respite Center. Will your company join Team Bradford White? Become a sponsor, rally your team to walk, or lend a helping hand as a volunteer. Together, we can make a lasting impact for families facing cancer: https://lnkd.in/eMFdxiNy

This #StPattysDay, we’re feeling extra lucky to have this incredible community by our side! ?? For the past 25 years, you’ve lifted up For Pete’s Sake families with love, support, and generosity. Today, we raise a glass to our community of supporters- because your kindness brings hope, healing, and joy to those who need it most. Thank you for being part of the For Pete's Sake journey. Sláinte! ????

We are thrilled to announce that For Pete's Sake Cancer Respite Foundation and Kimmel Bogrette Architecture + Site have been honored as 2025 Partners in Philanthropy by the Philadelphia Business Journal! This recognition celebrates our collaborative efforts in creating the nation's first Cancer Respite Center, a haven where patients and families can find healing, connection, and renewal during their cancer journey. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Kimmel Bogrette for their unwavering support and dedication to our mission. Together, we are making a meaningful impact in the Greater Philadelphia community. Read more about this honor here:?https://bit.ly/3XwQeZM

Happy #NationalNapDay! ?? For those facing cancer, rest isn’t just a luxury; it’s a necessity. That’s why respite is designed to support the physical and mental well-being of our families, offering them the chance to recharge, reconnect, and create beautiful memories together in more ways than you can think. Sometimes, healing looks like adventure. Other times, it’s as simple as a nap with a loved one. ???? "I felt so rested and relaxed after respite. I even shared a special moment with my oldest, where she climbed into bed with me to snuggle during a mid-day nap. After an uncertain few years, it was so wonderful to watch my children be joyful, rest, and have easy fun." -Rachel, age 40, living with pancreatic cancer

This #InternationalWomensDay, we take a moment to celebrate the extraordinary women who make For Pete’s Sake Cancer Respite Foundation a place of hope, healing, and love. From the resilient patients who inspire us daily to the devoted nominators who advocate for them, from our passionate volunteers and hardworking staff to our fearless CEO, Marci Schankweiler, and empowering board chair, Meghan Patton, MS,?women are at the heart of our mission. Their strength carries families through the hardest journeys. Their compassion lifts spirits. Their dedication changes lives. Happy #IWD25!

Kicking off the For Pete’s Sake Walk! with strength, spirit, and support at Global Atlantic Financial Group! Our friends at?Global Atlantic?rallied their team to get ready to?stride for respite, bringing energy and enthusiasm to our mission. ?But they didn’t stop there—they also created encouragement bracelets and handwritten notes, heartfelt reminders of support that will be given to families on respite! Every stride we take together brings hope, healing and unforgettable moments to those facing cancer. Thank you, Global Atlantic, for leading with heart and showing what it means to stride for respite! Join Global Atlantic, other corporate teams, and the thousands of striders who will be at Citizen's Bank Park on April 27: https://lnkd.in/eMFdxiNy

NYC friends! Mingle with other FPS Supporters at our 11th Annual NYC Happy Hour at Stout NYC - Bryant Park on May 1 to celebrate the mission of FPS and our impact on families facing cancer in New York! ?? Enjoy light fare, an open bar and an inspiring mission! Register here: https://lnkd.in/efGUYJih

The Walk is around the corner, and just like the Phillies, we're ready to bring the energy! But before we take our victory lap, how about warming up with a Phillies game? We’re kicking things off with a fundraising challenge—and an exclusive Phillies ticket giveaway! ?? Prize: Two winners will each receive 4 tickets to the Phillies game on April 15. ?? How to enter: Every $25 you raise between Feb 27 – Mar 8 earns you one entry into the drawing. The more you raise, the better your chances! Donations must be made to your Classy fundraising page to qualify. Not registered yet? Join today and let’s hit a fundraising home run together! https://lnkd.in/eMFdxiNy

March is #NationalSocialWorkerMonth, and it's the perfect time to extend our gratitude to the social workers who partner with us every day to connect us with families in need of a break from cancer and are our top nominators! A special shoutout to those who serve on our Patient Family Advisory Council: Aly Rice, Luanne Chynoweth, Mary Oleksiak, Elizabeth Salgado, Novotny Teressa, and Lori Ann Haywood-McKown. Your advisory, insights and passion help guide our Program Team, ensuring we provide meaningful and impactful Respite Experiences. We are so grateful for all that you do!