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Maggie’s Story

By Katy Hylton | July 1, 2020

Legacy Model and Donor

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Jocelyn’s Story

By Katy Hylton | July 1, 2020

Completed Treatment Model

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MaryLou & Jill’s Story

By Katy Hylton | July 1, 2020

R4R Care Team Social Workers

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6 ways to be a good friend to someone with breast cancer at any stage

By Olivia Achtmeyer Boger | June 11, 2020

While many people going through a major life challenge like a breast cancer diagnosis turn toward friends and family for support, being a good friend to someone going through treatment can be a challenging role to navigate. There are also those who will receive a terminal diagnosis, and their experience along with that of their friends can be quite difficult to navigate. We turned to one of Runway’s trusted social workers, Karen, to get her thoughts on how to anticipate some of the challenges and identify the most helpful ways to “show up” for someone that you love.

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Meet the Alumni Models: Jocelyn Lee

By Caroline O'Donnell | June 10, 2020

As a Zumba instructor, Jocelyn Godwin is well adjusted to performing in front of people. Nevertheless, she was terrified to strut down the runway at the Runway Show 2019: “I was scared sh**less” she laughingly exclaims. Today she is so grateful she worked up the courage, calling the event humbling, purposeful and up-lifting. In the end, she felt immeasurable honor to be apart of something so special and to inspire others to give to this cause.

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