New Day Foundation For Families

Thank you for helping to assist us on this long battle. Your endless support is appreciated more than you will ever know

Thank you so much for the assistance. It helped to alleviate some of the stress I’m going through at this time.

I am sharing this review under a pseudonym to protect the identity of myself and my children from my ex-husband from which we suffered domestic violence but please know that this story is very real!

I had lobular breast cancer diagnosed over 15 years ago that was a stage 3c. It was locally metastasized but not systemically. I went through the most invasive procedures to hopefully keep cancer at bay for as long as possible, such as radiation, chemo and bilateral mastectomies with reconstruction. Well, I have had more days on this earth than I thought were even possible and now I have the same breast cancer but in the skull of my head. With that horrendous news came increased medical bills again. My MSW at Lemmen Holton said that there were many resources available to my children and I and that I should apply. I half-heartedly applied not expecting much! But then, Alyssa spoke with me on the phone and she reassured me that there was help available with your foundation! I cannot tell you what a relief that was to me and my children. Not only have you gone above and beyond what I ever thought possible but you have, as complete strangers, shown such gracious love and caring to us that words cannot express how I feel!

To receive your beautiful care package in addition to all of the financial support you have provided made me cry! Knowing that there are amazing people like you out there in this dark world bringing such light into families undergoing what we are is an inspiration to me!

New Day Foundation was a blessing to our family during a most volatile time in my husband's health journey. My husband was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia in 2022 and has undergone countless rounds of chemo, a bone marrow transplant that was non curative, a clinical trial study, and most recently another round of more aggressive chemo. This has impacted his ability to work, and after taking an extended leave from my job to be a caregiver, I eventually had to resign to tend to his medical needs and appointments. During his most recent extended stay in the hospital, the medical Social Worker recommended New Day Foundation for financial assistance. Cheryl was very compassionate and helpful to advocate for our family. We were able to get help to cover one month's mortgage payment which is our biggest expense. We are so grateful for what the foundation does to provide financial relief for families going through life's toughest battles with cancer.

New day foundation are amazing
We are family of 4 my my husband diagnosed with primary lung cancer which spread to other part of his body and stage 4 which was very stressful for each one in the family the social service angela at the hospital told us about new day foundation and they was able to help us financially thank you new day foundation and specially to Alyssa's grau ,she was so kind and amazing .We cannot thank you enough for all the support

My young adult son was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma about a year ago and had his right leg amputated below the knee about 5 months ago. We have to drive an hour and half for treatment every 3 weeks for 5 days of outpatient chemo, this has put a financial strain on me because my son was working before the diagnose. This time in my life was and is emotionally and financially challenging, I heard about New Day Foundation through my niece, I was able to get some financial support in about a week, thank you Cheryl for helping me, this gives me much relief, I'm so thankful for this organization. God bless you and this ministry.

My husband was diagnosed with Glioblastoma IV (brain cancer). We went to the emergency room for a headache, and he had emergency brain surgery the next day. Husband had to quit his job due to the treatment schedule. Our oncologist social worker Amy told us about the New Day Foundation, and we are very thankful! From the time we applied to approval was within a month's time. They helped us with the funds to financially ease the burden of daily living expenses. Jenny was our representative, and she is AWESOME!! We are forever grateful for the New Day Foundation. They get the job done!

Sincerely,
Mitchell Roland Family

“I can’t say enough wonderful things about New Day Foundation and the support they’ve provided my family during such a challenging time. Facing a cancer diagnosis comes with overwhelming emotional and financial stress, but New Day was there to lift some of that burden. They helped us navigate resources and offered assistance that truly made a difference, enabling us to focus more on health and family. Cheryl was kind, compassionate, and genuinely committed to helping us get through this journey. New Day Foundation goes above and beyond for families, and we are incredibly grateful for their support. They are a beacon of hope when you need it most! God bless! -Lea C.

Have prostate cancer stage 1 aggressive type. Doing radiation at Karmos Cancer Center in Lansing, MI.
A social worker on campus talked with me one day. Asked if I need any financial assistance. Really didn't want to ask for assistance but thought about it for three weeks. By then the side effects were making me call into work sick once a week or so.
Filled out the paper work and the social worker on sight helped type up the application. Was called that same afternoon by the New Day Foundation. Had a nice phone visit. Sent some requested expense receipts and proof of income.
By now it was a holiday weekend. I figured it would be two or more weeks to hear back. I heard back on the first business day after the holiday.
Figured if I was lucky might get a couple hundred dollars. Actually got several times that amount. The money was payed directly to the electric company, water utility and one other bill.
Me and my family really appreciate what New Day has done for us.
Thank you
Francis

I was recently diagnosed with colon cancer after my dad died from pancreatic cancer a month prior. The journey has been hard and stressful especially financially. Cheryl has helped me and my family tremendously and I’m so thankful.

I was diagnosed with uterine cancer in January of last year. The day my husband told his employer that I had cancer they let him go. We were devastated. It took him 9 months to find another job and unfortunately it's only half of what he was making. I heard about New Day foundation from the social worker at the Cancer center I go to. WHAT A BLESSING! Cheryl called me and we talked about all the hardships my family had been going through. What a amazing woman she is. I was able to open up to her about our problems like I had known her for years. Thank you Cheryl and New Day foundation for your compassion and generosity. The Clemons family is forever grateful.

I was diagnosed with stage 3 triple negative breast cancer in April of 2024. My husband and I and our two children were shocked and immediately uncertainty began to take over our lives. What treatments would I need? Would I be too sick to work? Would we be able to pay our bills? Would I survive cancer?

New Day Foundation was a light in the darkness of uncertainty, offering help with our bills and significantly reducing our financial concerns. Cheryl took the time to call me and listened to my story with such kindness and compassion that it’s obvious how much she cares. She was so helpful and patient with the application process and even helped me better understand how to navigate the mountain of medical bills from my cancer.

I can’t say enough good things about New Day Foundation. Words can’t express my gratitude for not only the financial relief they provided but also the kindness that was shown to me during this difficult time.

We are so very grateful for New Day Foundation. My brother was struggling with a serious back issue, requiring a huge surgery--- an ALIF-- and was already on reduced/no pay for this condition when they discovered incidentally that he had aggressive esophageal cancer. Having additional expenses, more time off work, the need to travel to a cancer center, not to mention the emotional toll of struggling through another more serious medical problem was enough to ruin us. The help from New Day Foundation was just what we needed when we needed it- the help with rent and gas was especially appreciated when we had two rents (one at home, one near the cancer center). We can't thank Cheryl enough for her support (she called me at 455pm on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend to clarify our application and just to talk to us). We received more support from New Day than anyone else we contacted. Plus, working with Cheryl was a breeze also. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS.

My boyfriend was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in Oct of 23, and has not been able to work since then, we have been falling behind on bills and we're worried about possibly being evicted. New Day, along with Angels of hope, have each helped ease that worry for us and given us a chance to just breathe for a moment. I can't even find the words to express how grateful I am to have the help we needed, truly a weight has been lifted from our shoulders.

I’m just very THANKFUL to New Day Foundation for the help we’ve received.
I’m 43 years old, diagnosed with kidney cancer, that unfortunately has been coming back, this has been the 4th time for me.
This time was even harder due to the treatment.
I had to have a surgery, and due to that I had to stopped working, I’m the main support for my family, we are a family of 4 with 2 daughters under age.
I was really estressed out thinking about all the bills accumulating, rent, food, etc.
But thanks to my case worker for cancer and this organization (Cheryl & Sarah) that were able to help us and put us right back on track.
I’m still in recovery, waiting to go back to work.
Again THANK YOU for the big support not just to me and my family but in general to families that has struggling with cancer.

What a blessing! New Day Foundation helped me and my family tremendously. I can't express my gratitude enough for this foundation. From the first contact I made over the phone with Cheryl I felt comforted and that someone had actually heard my concerns and genuinely cared. Thanks so much for all your help!

I cant thank you enough! New day has relieved a financial burden for our family. We received the devastating news of my cancer diagnosis in April. New Day contacted me and made the process so easy and almost too good to be true. They helped us tremendously and I am forever grateful for their support and generosity. Thank you ❤️ Robyn Gates

I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for the generous support the New Day Foundation has provided during our family’s challenging journey. Your financial assistance has made a tremendous impact during this difficult time.

Knowing that the New Day Foundation is thinking about us and extending such warmth and concern makes a tremendous difference. Your thoughtfulness and kindness have not only helped us manage medical expenses, but have reminded us that we are not alone in this fight against childhood cancer.

Please accept our heartfelt thanks for everything that you do, not just our family, but for all those impacted by cancer.

-The Smith Family, Upper Michigan

I can't say enough about these wonderfully people, I am a level 3B cancer patient going threw the chemo nightmare. We lived off of our savings for 6 months. Pushing bill dates around and getting on payment plans as best as we could, unfortunately it all caught up to us at once. I reached out to my hospital, an they sent me to the amazing people at New Day. They were super fast with the help, even beat the gas company's shut off schedule. Also the Electric company, and a few other of the wolves that show up at the door. My current life is dark as it is, without all the added stress of bills an regular life issues. These people helped to show me that the light in the dark tunnel isn't always an oncoming train. I can't thank them enough.

A single father of three diagnosed with cancer, New Day Foundation stepped in and worked with my case worker at the cancer center. Their generosity, coupled with a caring demeanor, gave me the second wind I needed to get back on my feet and provide for myself and my family during the months I was unable to work. A true blessing, I will forever be thankful to New Day.

I am beyond grateful for the help New Day provided. Last summer I was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer and it hasn’t been easy. Starting with surgery, now doing chemo, and later radiation it’s feels like an endless journey especially for a single parent. They helped with bills and groceries at a time where I was on a reduced income. They also provided a list of resources to other organizations that provide various types of support to people facing cancer. Thank you New Day.

My social worker urged me to go through New Day Foundation as they were a great resource -- and boy were they EVER! Cheryl is SO sweet and extremely easy to talk to. My daughter was diagnosed with b-cell ALL on October 18th. She was hospitalized for 18 days. During that time frame, my oldest son and I were diagnosed with hand, foot and mouth disease and weren't able to see her. We got in touch with Cheryl in December when I JUST found out that my mortgage was going up $210 a month. THANK GOD for their help in December!!!! All of our bills seemed to go up in December. My daughter also had a 3 day admission right before Christmas. I was beyond stressed. New Day Foundation seriously saved us the month of December and I am forever grateful for that!

My name is Ricketa Glover My 16 year old son was diagnosed with a tumor cancer 2 years ago. It’s been extremely hard on him and our family emotionally and mentally and physically also financially. Thanking god for the help from new day foundation we’re able to keep our home and have reliable transportation. We are truly grateful and blessed to have new day foundation help our family and other families in our time of need.

They are AMAZING! Cheryl has been so good to us. She helped me pay 2 months of my car note and they also sent us a nice care package. I appreciate New Day Foundation very much for how urgently they move when it comes to their families. My 6 yr old son Bryson suffers from a rare brain tumor. He had brain surgery in March and has been on Oral Chemotherapy since April. It has been a very difficult time with the constant up and downs from the side effects of the chemo and all of the procedures and appointments. Thank you very much New Day Foundation for all that you do! You are a Blessing to many families.

Our family is beyond grateful for all of the support that this foundation has provided to our family during a very difficult season. Last year I was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. As a single mother, the worries start to set in and the "uncertainty" of it all starts to weigh us down. However, because of the contributions made by this wonderful organization and all of the people that keep it going, our financial worries have been met with an abundance of grace through NEW DAY FOUNDATION. There are not enough words to express our gratitude for your mission and support!

I am so grateful for New Day Foundation. They came through at crunch time for my family, when I really was struggling financially and emotionally. Dealing with a disease already in its self has made my life very challenging. New Day has lifted my belief and spirit that there are people out here in the world that are really selfless and caring. For the help that they have provided to me and my family I will forever be grateful and thankful. Thank you New Day Foundation. The whole team!!!

Wonderful foundation that has helped m and many others in a time of need. Very thankful for New Day Foundation for Families support and services.

I am currently going through treatment for colo-rectal cancer and cannot say enough about the help my family has received through the New Day Foundation. Cheryl contacted us and was very compassionate and understanding. Being a large family, the burden of paying for costly treatment is always hovering over your head, especially when you are not in the best financial situation to begin with. The foundation helped to ease the burden, in turn, helping me to focus on my health and end goal of recovery. My family is very grateful for the help that we have received. It truly has made a difference.

Dear New Day Foundation,

My family cannot begin to express the gratitude that we feel for your help. No one has ever done anything like this for us before. The assistance you have provided us has given us some tremendous weight and worry off our shoulders. We are normally the ones who help others, which was why I was a little quiet when I took the call because I really didn’t know how to react to such generosity and kindness.
Any form of cancer is devastating for the patient as well as the family, and your help has brightened our days. I do believe we were in shock the entire day Friday. “Wow, my gosh, wow and more wow”. I had happy tears Friday!
The New Day Foundation helped us at our darkest times. Thank you, New Day Foundation, for everything you have done for our family.

Thank you!
Demitrus, Victoria & India Anderson

I was just diagnosed with stage 4 small cell carcinoma after delivering my first baby in December. I’m fighting so many battles as a first time mommy and with medical bills and undergoing chemo. New Day really took some stress off of our plates and helped us so much during this difficult time. We love our prayer blanket and gifts for baby Grayson. We thank you all so much for your help.

My son is in for Lukemia and will be there for a few months. I'm having a hard time as hospital, Helen Devos is almost 3 hr away. With gas prices and inflation they helped me get approved for a 1000 dollar gas card and 500 credit towards my power bill. They have helped me out when I had nowhere to go. Thanks New Day for all your help.

This foundation helped us get back on our feet. Everyone was very helpful and understanding of our situation. They didn't just help financially, but pointed us in the right direction for therepy.

My husband was recently diagnosed with multiple myeloma. He is the primary provider for our family. I am disabled myself. We are facing eviction and we have gotten behind on our utilities and other bills. Things just seemed to be falling apart slowly. My husband goes to therapy 2-3 times a week and I just want him to be comfortable considering the treatment completely drains him. I reached out to many organizations and was introduced to New Day Foundation and Angels of hope. They have been such a blessing and very supportive to my family during this difficult time. I can’t stress how much they have helped us through this situation so far. I know that we have a long road ahead of us but with beautiful people and organizations like New Day Foundation and Angels of hope , it gives us hope and helps to relieve some of the stress knowing that someone has our best interests at heart.

At 36 years old my cancer diagnosis became stage 4 metastatic melanoma with Mets in my lungs and brain and soon after my ovary which was removed. I applied to the new day foundation but decided against it as I was able to return to work. Fast forward to the new year, Jan 5th I had brain surgery to remove a tumor that caused me to lose mobility on my left side. Thankfully mobility returned, but cue radiation treatment. Among the usual symptoms I can possibly lose mobility again. I have been out of work, not knowing if or when I can return. My partner is working but with 4 sons, after the holidays, and all 4 kids having birthdays in the first few months of the new year we are struggling. Cheryl is an amazing person. She helped get us a grant for bills and food!! (I live with 5 males, they can eat!) This foundation took so much stress off of my shoulders before I start radiation, I can't even express my gratitude! Thank you Cheryl and New Day Foundation from the bottom of my heart! I can fight a little harder knowing my kids are taken care of ❤

I was diagnosed with Her2 Breast Cancer May 2022. Scared to say the least, not knowing the outcome or how we would make ends meet as I am a stay at home mom of our 2 kids and my husband is the only source of income coming in. We was doing some research on places we could possibly apply to get a little help when we came across New Day Foundation. All I can sat is Wow! What an awesome foundation, their help took a tremendous amount of burden off of our shoulders during this difficult time. And Cheryl, what great person such an angel, she was such a help and made the whole process easy. Thank you New Day Foundation for all you do. True Angels!

I was diagnosed with kidney, then lung cancer and as soon as you hear that, two things come to your mind right away, family and how expensive the treatment will be. After reviewing the treatment plan, I talked to the social worker and we were informed about New Day FF so we decided to submit the application expecting to get a little bump with the financial situation. They responded real quick, actually quicker than I expected and they were super nice and attentive. We were so glad they called me back with a grant approval, any help you get in this situation is a lot. Thank you, we just hope to get back on track quick to give a little back so they can help more families :)

Following our seventeen year old son's diagnosis with lymphoma, our social worker suggested that we apply for a grant from the New Day Foundation. The foundation generously made two large payments for us; which took away some of the financial burden and allowed us to focus on our son and family. They were so very kind, not only considering our financial need, but also considering our emotional and spiritual needs as well.

I am so grateful for this foundation. Our family found ourselves in financial trouble due to my husbands brain tumor returning and we were blessed to be put in touch with them. They provided counseling for our children as well which is invaluable. They helped us financially, mentally and spiritually. We will certainly return to donate once we are back on our feet. God Bless!

When my wife was diagnosed with breast cancer, a friend reached out to us and mentioned that we should put an application in for assistance through New Day. At first, we were hesitant and didn't think we would qualify due to income, etc. but thanks to a world-class case worker, Cheryl, we were encouraged to proceed. We are SO grateful that we did!! Not only did they walk alongside of us on this journey we never expected, but they blessed us financially in ways we couldn't have known or expected prior to coming to New Day! This organization is a gift from God and we are forever grateful for the love and support!!

I have worked with co-founder Gina Kell-Spehn as well as Jenny Moeller, the Emotional Support Program Manager at New Day Foundation for Families non-profit. It has been my pleasure to work with these individuals. Not only are they passionate about the Foundation's purpose to help those financially and emotionally impacted by cancer, but they live their values in the management of their programs, and I know first hand, that they live their values in how they interact with families. Let's face it, when you're in the trenches, sometimes life and "the work" distracts your focus, and you're not always at your best. Not the case when I work with Gina and Jenny. They are top notch! They put families, and the volunteers that help suppor the cause, first ... above all. Thanks you New Day for the privilege to work along side of you all!!

Wonderful organization. I love helping families as a grocery shopping volunteer. It’s a simple thing that helps so much!

Amazing organization! A real benefit to families facing a cancer diagnosis in the state of Michigan.

Gratitude is too small a word to describe the input I've gotten from New Day recipients. It's the little things that matter to them as they're emersed in combating their health matters. A conversation, a small flower in a vase, simply caring.....all are so appreciated. Some are confused as to the nature of New Day and how it works. Others seem almost embarrassed. In either instance, reassurance is welcomed by them. Most gratifying.

never in a million years thought I would be writing a story about my personal journey with breast cancer.
On a cold winter day in January 2022, I had a doctor’s appointment with my internal medicine physician for my annual physical.  During this appointment, my physician suggested that I schedule a mammogram. I immediately scheduled the mammogram which led me to see an oncologist who requested a 3-D mammogram of my breasts.  The outcome of the 3-D mammogram resulted in the physician scheduling a biopsy.  As you can probably imagine, I was on pins and needles.  The outcome of the biopsy was I had Stage-2 Breast Cancer.
At first, I was in shock. You may ask why was I shocked?  And even a better question “how could this happen to me?”  Just the word “CANCER” gave me a very scary feeling all over. I have witness family and friends go through cancer, but never did I think I would have this experience. I never felt any lumps on my breasts, so it was hard for me to believe and accept this.  I couldn’t think of how I was going to tell my children that I had cancer. I am a single parent. I am all they have so this was really hard for me.
As I sat and thought about how I was going to break the news to my family depression took over.  I knew I had to find a way to be strong for the sake of my children.  I mustered up the strength to have this very hard discussion with them.  For me, having breast cancer was a reality that I did not fully accept.  I found myself keeping busy so that I would not have to face the reality of this terrible disease.  
I met with my cancer team to set up the plan of care.  I was dreading having chemotherapy run through my body.  This experience is something that I would not want for my worst enemy.  After the second round of chemotherapy, all my hair fell out. I remember being in the bathroom brushing my hair and it was just falling out all other the room.  My 18-year-old son walked in the bathroom and saw my hair all over the floor and sink.  I looked in his eyes and saw that the reality of me having breast cancer finally hit him hard. I was so sick.  It’s hard to articulate the horrible feeling I was having physically, mentally, and emotionally.  I stayed in my room because I didn’t want to be around no one. I remember crying most days and nights.  Despite all the emotions I pushed myself to keep moving.  
Prior to being diagnosed with breast cancer, as a healthcare professional I was working 40 plus hours on a weekly basis to support my family.  Undergoing chemotherapy prevented me from continuing with these hours because I was extremely tired and could not keep up this work schedule.  Additionally, I was too scared to do any inpatients shifts at the hospital because I did not want to jeopardize my health for patients, we were treating for COVID.  This decision impacted my finances.  I was behind in my bills and had major challenges with supporting my family as a single parent.  To make things worse, I was working in a hostile work environment which added a great deal of stress. I was facing eviction from my home.  It appeared that any and everything that you could imagine was going wrong.  But family and friends would say “Charita you can’t stress over this.”  I know everyone meant well, but with everything that I was facing how could I not stress.    
I recall the day before my last chemotherapy treatment, I sat at the end of my bed and prayed to God because I started having these crazy thoughts of ending my life. But then I had to think about my babies and how selfish that would be of me. So, when I went to the doctor, I told him “I can’t do this chemotherapy anymore.”  I decided on a different option for dealing with my breast cancer.  I decided that the best option for me was to have a double mastectomy.
In conclusion, this has been the worst 7-months of my life.  I’m fortunate and blessed that I had a lot of support from my family and cancer support team.  Without their support my journey with breast cancer would have been totally different.  This journey has allowed me time to do a lot of thinking about me and life in general.  I have learned so much about my family and friends which has been a real eye opener. I prayed and prayed and prayed and I know that my heavenly father is working for me and watching over me. My journey isn’t completely over yet but it’s a lot better from where I started. I want to give a special shout out the the New Day Foundation thank you for all you have done you were truly a blessing to me thank you so much.

The New Day Foundation for Families is such an amazing organization. Anyone who is fighting cancer knows the financial hardships that go along with a cancer diagnosis. The New Day Foundation has not only helped us with grocery support and financial support to keep our bills paid, they have also given us help finding therapist for myself and my family. They recommended a summer camp for my son that is for children impacted by a family member who is fighting cancer. There staff is excellent and understanding and they are truly happy to help everyone who is fighting this battle.

I love and believe in this nonprofit so much...I joined them! Before becoming an Advisory Board member years ago, I saw first-hand how committed and compassionate Gina and Michael were about helping young families affected by the toxicity of cancer. As a neighbor, I witnessed their own heartbreaking cancer stories and their journey to heal through helping others. Their commitment to cancer families is as real and endless as Gina's energy! That says a lot! She will not rest if she knows New Day can help! When they asked me to join the Advisory Board, I didn't hesitate. I believe in their mission, their integrity and their amazing team!

New day has helped my family more then I can even write in this review. After being diagnosed at the age of 31 with stage 4 colon cancer I was struggling to work go through treatment and make memories with my at the time 3 year old son. He is now 6 and after losing my job new day has taken so much stress off my shoulders to be able to enjoy and make memories with my son. I cannot thank them enough for everything they have done.

Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021 during the height of the pandemic with limited access to medical care was truly scary. I was blessed with an excellent Oncology specialist group that took me from chemo to surgery to radiation and now maintenance chemotherapy. Needless to say my diagnosis put a financial string on my household with Social Security as our basic means of income. Our savings were exhausted due to medical expenses and medication. I was referred to this wonderful organization by my Oncology Social work. The care act of volunteers who would shop for groceries and deliver them to my home helped to elevate the need to choose between paying for food or my mediation. Thank you for all of your love and concern it will never be forgotten.

New Day Foundation was such a blessing to me. My nurse navagator approached them and my application was made. Within a few days I received a coupon for WalMart. It was such a relief to receive this for food and essentials. A month ago we had another hit with my husband being diagnosed with Lymphoma. Stage 4. Cancer has hit our family extremely hard and I am just so glad I had a place to turn to. My own county doesn't help cancer patients like this. Thank you again and God Bless you all.

I truly enjoy my time volunteering with New Day Foundation. Cancer impacts so many families and I am thankful for the opportunity to support families in our community as they battle this terrible disease. I grocery shop for families so they can stay safe as the pandemic continues to impact our daily lives. Every family I’ve met has been kind, open, and very appreciative of the support. I’m very happy I took the step to volunteer with New Day Foundation!

I have been volunteering with the New Day Foundation for Families for over a year and have seen the impact their work has on the families they serve. Their work relieves financial stress and keeps families safe in these times of COVID by keeping them from needing to spend time grocery shopping.

This organization operates from the heart by helping cancer patients and their families in so many ways. Whether it is financial support, grocery shopping, mental health assistance or simply a support group, New Day is a lifesaver to so many.

Outstanding character and integrity.
Truly passionate people helping and loving others. Faith, hope and love at its finest

They do great things for those in need due to circumstances related to cancer. It is invaluable. I am proud to help grocery shop and deliver. Recipients are so grateful!!!

I have had the pleasure of volunteering for this nonprofit. During Covid pandemic I have delivered groceries for cancer patients. The recipients of this agency have expressed deep gratitude for the assistance this organization has provided during their difficult cancer journey. As a volunteer, this organization is run efficiently and is definitely filling a tremendous need for cancer patients.

New Day foundation completely blew us out of the water with their generosity and compassion for our family. Jenny sincerely felt like someone I have known forever when I talked to her on the phone the very first time. Knowing that the counselors have experience in their own families with cancer helps you connect on a totally different level than someone that has never experienced cancer. We are forever grateful for the assistance they have provided emotionally and financially. I told everybody I knew through cancer about this foundation! I pray that others pursue The New Foundation ASAP Thank you again For enriching our lives during a very difficult time.

There is no greater sense of purpose than helping those in need. In my experience, I have volunteered my time for quite a number of years helping the team at New Day Foundation For Families. New Day assists families in active cancer treatment struggling with the financial and emotional devastations a cancer diagnosis can bring. One role I have absolutely loved since Covid ravaged our nation is to do grocery shopping for families in the program to help keep them safe from exposure in the grocery stores. New Day is top notch in my book and I am grateful to be part of such an amazing organization.

After being diagnosed with stage 4 NSCLC I continued treatment and just lived my life as is with my wife and mentally handicapped daughter. All was good until our older daughter with her five kids need a home and mine was it.
We pinched every penny all the while continuing treatments and keeping care of our granddaughters while my daughter and wife worked until we could finally afford a down payment and a home. We got it, but in the process we also depleted our resources to a week to week situation with not much room to move.
I had heard of New Day Foundation before my daughter and granddaughters needed a home and always figured others were in more need than I was when it comes to things such as a foundation. But, after depleting what we had and playing the hope we get an extra check this month mentality game I decided to break down and apply for a little assistance to help me breathe a little.
Wow, Miss Cheryl Warsler was THE best and most understanding advocate we could have spoken to. She explained the New Day Foundation‘s mission and how they worked. I had to admit I had interest a plenty after our conversation ended. She put hope in me that I actually could catch up and breathe again for the long term, I just needed a boost, which New Day Foundation definitely provided.
Shortly after our phone call Miss Cheryl had accomplished everything she said she thought she could to give us that boost. In her approximate words as I remember, dealing with the cancer, treatments and all that comes with it the last thing people need is the added stress of a utility being behind, or possibly in a shutoff situation. That’s an approximate quote mind you, but I’m pretty accurate. Anyway, New Day Foundation and Miss Cheryl Warsler help my family and I more than I ever thought possible.
She helped with everything from help for a utility bill that allows me to take a break and put that money up for later bill use. We also received a box that definitely helps every single person in the house in some way and there are nine of us total, including two dogs that they didn’t even forget about. The list goes on and I’m sure every case is different, but if anyone would like assistance, or the chance at getting assistance. New Day Foundation and Miss Cheryl can and will take care of you and your family also.
Please don’t be too proud, don’t think badly about doing this application. This can truly change a person’s situation for a period of time.
I hadn’t even mentioned the extra gift cards from Meijer that bought Christmas for all five granddaughters and put some food in the house for those same girls. They are truly amazing and you do not have to be desolate to receive some sort of help to make life a bit more tolerable. Please apply, I can’t make you, but I tried to persuade you.
Wonderful people doing a wonderful thing for people that took a hit. Talk to them and relieve yourself, breathe and relax. Peace and leave a note about you please.

New Day Foundation Help me and my family during this Time of need new day foundation help me so much when my own Family turned they back on me and my Kids during this time I don’t know what I would’ve done without them New DAY I THANK YOU FROM YHE BOTTOM OF MY HEART Battling stage 3 triple negative breast cancer Wasn’t no cake walk but I did it while pregnant with this beautiful baby in the picture she went through chemotherapy and Everything with me plus I had 3 Other kids at home I ain’t give up because of god and NEW DAY FOUNDATION

GREAT mission, GREAT team! the CLOZTALK team is honored to call this org a partner & promote its good work!

CLOZTALK team
>> Jonny Imerman, co-founder

When our daughter was diagnosed with cancer, our lives were turned upsidedown. Over the first few months, I had several friends reach out to ask, "Have you heard of New Day Foundation?", which I had not. Since so many people were urging me to contact them, I gave them a call and was so glad that I did. Right away, New Day assured me that they would be with our family every step of the way. We had so much fear, uncertainty, and anxiety at that time. New Day's experience in helping families going through cancer allowed them to counsel and advise us, and offer support that at the time, we didn't even know was available to us.

New Day is truly awesome, I was introduced to them from my social worker when I was diagnosed with cancer for the 2nd time in 3 yrs at 47 years old. Thanks to their generosity I have been able to reach 100 lbs for the first time in 3 years. They made it possible for my child to have a birthday and Christmas! We were truly blessed by them, glad I’ve found a New cancer center that cares, never heard of this foundation the first time I was diagnosed. They are a god sent!

We are simply overwhelmed with amazement and joy. Working with Mrs. Wrastly brought contentment to the process. It was as if she was doing whatever she could to ensure that our family would be assisted in some regard. No promises, just assurance. On behalf of our family, THANK YOU for easing what could have been a burden. Your graciousness, thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. New Day is a God Sent!! No one wants to be in a position of dealing with the horrific diagnosis of cancer, and the reality that the second source of income has been altered significantly. Many questions inculcated on my mind but to our surprise, New Day showed up and blessed our family. We are still praising God for their generosity. We look forward to being able to help families in the future through our donations to NEW DAY.

New Day Fountains has really help me alot I'm a Breast Cancer Patient and with Covid in the World today it is hard ������������ So they have help me get groceries paid my bills I Thank God Everyday For Their Services ������������

New Day Foundation did exactly what is name is. It gave me a new outlook that I wouldn't have had without their support! They relieved burdens that could have effected my life, but the chance didn't happen. I thank you New Day for your spot in this time of my life

I am excited to share the love and kindness I and my family have received through New Day Foundation.
I was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer is August 2014, but through my faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, I had a strong resolve to beat this cancer. In summer of 2019, my health declined that I was no longer able to work. And to make matters worse, the COVID-19 pandemic lead to my husband loosing his job. We were in a real financial crisis when a social worker at the Henry Ford Hospital introduced us to New Day Foundation.
New Day Foundation supported us financially by paying months of house rent and also several weeks of grocery supplies.
Chrissie Jostock from New Day Foundation has been working with us and she is so wonderful. We appreciate New Day Foundation and everyone that contributes to keep this great organization going, you have far exceeded our expectation. May God bless you all!

New Day Foundation has been a God send to me during my battle with Cancer. They helped me with my monthly bills that I was behind on. Also, they helped me with the cost of fixing my car.

However, I believe the best part of New Day Foundation is my Financial Navigator named Cheryl Warstler. She is a delight to work with and has a deep passion for her job!! Thank you for every thing!!

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE everything about this organization!! I personally cannot imagine volunteering my time anywhere else!

My experience with New Day foundation has been very positive. I have been blessed to be able to serve others in need of help in such difficult times. New day foundation makes the process easy and they are very prompt at responding and getting information to you as needed. They are a wonderful service to our community.

Amazing organization serving families in concrete, direct ways with immediate, impactful benefits during the time they are least able to care for themselves.

I volunteer for New Day by grocery shopping and making food deliveries for individuals/families battling cancer. Especially during the pandemic, it’s a service that’s vitally important, and I’m honored to be able to help. New Day makes it easy to select assignments, and payment/reimbursement is prompt and simple. All the necessary info is provided to be able to make arrangements with the clients to meet their needs while integrating with my schedule. Most importantly, the clients are so very grateful. I highly recommend New Day!!

New Day Foundation for Families is the support that is given to families and individuals beyond health care. They give support and ease worry so that these people can concentrate on their utmost priority--getting back to healthy lives. I applaud their mission and am thankful for the thoughtful time, energy and money they contribute to this worthy cause.

This foundation is focused on families that have been touched by cancer. As an oncology social worker in Grand Rapids, Michigan, I have turned to New Day Foundation for Families time and again when I am working with a family with children under 18. I primarily work with adult parents who are unable to work at the level they once did due to cancer and are struggling to make their rent/house payment as well as utilities and even to get their kids new shoes as they grow. Cheryl Warstler is the person I work closely with and she provides both a compassionate review of the materials sent in by the patient as well as a skilled financial navigator who offers to assist the patients with adjusting, financially, to the new normal that cancer ushers in. She has spoken directly to some of the patients who needed some extra direction and has trained me in how to best portray my patients' situations. This nonprofit is making a huge difference in the lives of oncology patients in West Michigan.

I am a single mom with 2 kids. My now 7 yr old son was diagnosed with Stage IV Neuroblastoma. We have daily struggles and adding on the medial aspect of this battle was even more stressful. Thanks to New Day and the amazing support we have been able to keep our heads above water. I have created beautiful and selfless new friends. I cant wait to be able to give back and help New Day help a new family. Thank you Gina and New Day for being there for Stephen and us.

Towards the end of 2019, our family of three was hit with the diagnosis of cancer for my husband, and father of our almost-two-year-old. After a surgery and several months of chemotherapy, we were lucky enough to receive the good news of clear scans. We wouldn't have made it through those hard months without the help that New Day offered us. With my husband unable to working during treatment, we lost his income and on top of facing the stresses of his condition, we were burdened with financial stress. New Day lifted that weight off of our shoulders, allowing us to focus on staying positive and on getting through the harsh treatment. We are so thankful for the help we received, and are glad to know there are people out there doing good for families who must face this most difficult of challenges. Our prayers and hearts are with everyone who have gone through this, and are still going through it.
- The Horta Family

New Day was there for my family while I was fighting breast cancer. I asked for the most basic of help but New Day stepped up and gave us so much more. Without their help I do not know how I would have come out from under the mountain of bills I was unable to pay while I could not work. They even made me the cutest throw blanket that I will always cherish.

I’m Kristina Dalton-Easter, wife, mother of three and grandmother of one. I was diagnosed with stage 0 breast cancer in 2013. After treatment, I had been cancer free for six years. Unfortunately, in June of this year, I was again diagnosed with breast cancer. Devastated would be an understatement. Both my parents succumbed to cancer. So a second diagnosis was not something I was prepared to hear. I was very concerned for my 13 year old daughter. She needs her mom and I so want to be there for all her milestones.
The social worker at Beaumont assisted with my application and I was contacted by Cheryl. She had a beautiful spirit. Not only did I receive financial assistance, Cheryl arranged for a plumber to handle two issues we were having. We would not have been able to make it through these last few months without the New Day Foundation for Families.
After one of my treatments, I was having a very hard time due to the side effects. I thought about how I wished I had my security blanket I had as a little girl. My blanket always made me feel better. A few days later, I received something that truly means more than I could ever explain. A box arrived containing a book for my daughter and me. The box also contained a purple (my favorite color) prayer shawl. It was “handmade with love” and I feel the love. There was also a small lavender piece with a note indicating I could carry the smaller piece with me when unable to carry the shawl. I had cut a piece of my blanket to carry with me. I do keep it with me daily for comfort.
Words cannot express my appreciation for the comfort and support I have received from the New Day Foundation. I still have a long way to go; however, I am counting on my faith to get me through this journey.
Thank you so much.

I don't remember exactly when I learned about New Day but I do remember the day that God guided me to meet Gina and see how I could be a part of New Day. I have had family members touched by cancer and saw first-hand how devastating a cancer diagnosis can be emotionally and financially. I felt drawn to be a part of the solution to the financial crisis many feel during cancer treatment.

For the last three years I have seen first-hand the amazing work New Day can do. To see the smiles and deep gratitude from a single mom with months to live give her daughter an amazing Christmas, to smile through tears, and to know that you are the hands and feet of Jesus on earth is such a good feeling.

New Day is special; their work is special and so are the people-not just the team that runs New Day but our supporters, volunteers and those we serve. Everyone has a story to tell. So great to have a place to do it! The stories on this page have been uplifting to me on a dreary day.

I first heard about New Day Foundation for Families through a friend. I quickly became a donor, then a volunteer, and now I've been blessed to become part of the New Day team. This nonprofit is amazing, always putting families struck by cancer as their number one priority. Financial assistance, emotional support, financial guidance, any or all of these programs are available to Michigan families who have been handed a cancer diagnosis. New Day serves with care and concern during the most difficult time a family could face.

With my husband being an employee for 6 months due to pancreatic cancer we found New Day Foundation. And while there are many other great charities New Day really came in and saved us. I'm astounded with the amount of help that they were able to provide our family to help with some relief and comfort during this time. It's tiring enough to think about a loved one with cancer but to have to think about how bills are going to get paid is difficult. The entire process was easy and efficient and we always felt cared for.

When I was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer at age 32, New Day foundation made it possible for my family of 5 to stay in our home and on our own feet. Cheryl was my guardian angel. I cannot say thank you enough!

We worked with Cheryl from newday. She’s was amazing. Talked to her for about 45 min over the phone and sent in various bills for new day to look at. We were awarded gift cards and having our mortgage paid for in full for 2 months. Cheryl made the process very easy and my family cannot thank her and new day enough.

When I was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in May of this year, I was overwhelmed. My wife had lost her job recently and I had been a stay at home dad that took care of our kids. Money was running out and we weren't sure how we would pay our bills. My wife had a stressful time looking for a new job, while trying to visit me in the hospital as much as she could and keep track of all of my medications. New Day helped pay several of our bills, which took a load of stress off of the family, and let us spend more time together without being under constant financial worry. It is nice to know that there is such a great organization such as New Day that came to the rescue exactly when we needed it and so quickly too. My story has not finished. It has just began. There are more chemo treatments to go through yet, but knowing that there are agencies out there willing to help is a great relief to our minds.

Thank you New Day Foundation!

Charles

New Day Foundation has given me and my family a huge boost, both emotionally and financially, during a very difficult chapter in our lives. I was diagnosed in the spring with breast cancer. I'm 34 years old, and my husband and I have two boys. We are fortunate to have great insurance, but I have had to stop working while receiving treatment. Even with paid sick leave through one of my roles, our income has decreased significantly while our bills have continued to come in. New Day stepped in and provided us with generous financial support to ease the burden. We are so thankful for New Day and the wonderful people who work there and support this important nonprofit!

Where do I even begin how could I even explain how much this non profit means to me I guess I’ll start off by saying my name is Andrew McNett I was born Jan 5th 1990 at the age of 26 I was told I had stage 4 colon rectal cancer I was told they would do what they could but it was very bad very big and very scary to a young man my age as I’m sure you could imagine I had just had my first child my fiancé and me were talking about our wedding and our first home then I got the horrible news that changed my life forever my health team at henry ford medical immediately started their plan for me I was quickly put into chemo and radiation heavily impacting my body making it impossible to work and the doctors said I couldn’t be in my profession anymore because it could affect my already low immune system I was scared not for the cancer but for my baby girl whom had just entered this world I wanted nothing but to be a good dad and to live to see her grow up none of which would have been possible with out the new day foundation they helped keep my family in our home and made sure the only worries I had to face was raising my baby girl I truthfully believe had it not been for this foundation and the amazing things they did for me and my family not only helping with bills but emotional support I would be dead I’m happy to say now after many surgerys I’m a health happy man with a loving family and beautiful daughter I kicked cancers ass and I owe it to new day I love each and everyone of you who work there I mean that from the bottom of my heart I wish I could do more then just write this stupid review

With love , The McNett’s

Thank you New Day for Families and their donors for the incredible help since my diagnosis. You have been there for us more than we could have imagined when few other foundations wouldn't even accept our applications. My husband and I are both urban public school teachers and were financially disqualified for most cancer assistance. While we made a "middle- class" living prior to diagnosis, that changed with me on disability. Because of my rare Synovial Sarcoma diagnosis, we also didn't qualify for the many assistance programs geared toward more common cancer types.

Also, because of the rarity of my cancer, we have to travel to MD Anderson in Houston every 2-3 months for treatment with a specialist- which has been an incredible financial burden. With your bill assistance program and referral to a refinancing company, we have been able to keep up on this travel. The picture here is from last week. This is our second daughter graduating from high school a week after we were in Houston for my lung ablation surgery. We are all doing well and looking forward to a relaxing summer.
So appreciative, Amy Topp

As a single mother and sole provider of my two teens, getting a cancer diagnosis was devastating on several levels. While the diagnosis itself is the biggest concern, financial stress is a pretty close second. My whole life seemed to fall apart the year I went through treatment—literally, almost every major appliance and my car all either needed major repair or replacement (and then my basement flooded. Dry basement since 1947!). So not only was my income reduced, but my expenses were suddenly shooting through the roof. I was putting everything on my credit card and fretting about how on earth I’d be able to ever pay it off. What New Day did for me really did help me heal—this cannot be overstated. The burden they took from me gave me room to breathe and focus more on myself. I will never be able to thank them enough or say their name without tears in my eyes. Thank you and God bless you, New Day founders.

New Day Foundation for Families is the type of organization that makes it easy to say "yes" - whether it be the giving of time, talent or money. New Day's programs are creative and full of life; its mission is clear and hyper-focused; its ties to the community are evident in everything it does. New Day is a nonprofit to watch and learn from.

New Day is nothing but real. Real people identifying real need and selflessly helping!
I encourage any family facing a cancer diagnosis to contact them and anyone looking to help this community, to get involved supporting this organization.

New Day Foundation is amazing and such a valuable resource for families impacted by cancer. As an oncology social worker, I refer patients from our clinic that are experiencing significant financial distress from the cost of treatment. I recently worked with a young woman with several small children newly diagnosed with breast cancer. Her husband's small business had not done well the previous year, and he had recently started an additional job to attempt to catch up on bills and make ends meet. When my patient was diagnosed with cancer and facing thousands of dollars in bills for her chemotherapy, she came to me in tears wondering how her family would survive this. It is such a relief to be able to refer to New Day to help families like this. They were able to provide assistance with housing and food costs to allow this family to catch up and see much brighter days ahead! New Day goes above and beyond for the families and community they serve!

Attended an amazing fundraiser for this organization. Very heartfelt, professionally done and what a great cause all created by a loving, over the top courageous family!

I met Gina approximately five years ago. She met me at Panera Bread to just talk. She is a friend of my niece and had never met me before. I was dealing with the death of my husband from a form of cancer called Leiomyosarcoma, turns out it was the same cancer her husband passed from. She took time out from her crazy schedule to support me. And I will continue to support her and New Day Foundation. I will never forget her act of kindness that day...

Hi, I'm Margo and I'm very excited to tell everyone how blessed I am to have been put in touch with New Day. The kindness and help they gave us sincerely changed my life and let me explain why. In 2010, I was stopped at a stop sign and severely rear-ended, he hit me so hard, he bounced off and hit me again. This resulted in a broken neck, torn rotator cuff, and deranged knee. The spinal fusion, in 2- 2011 fused 3-7, with cadaver bones, bone matrix putty, 2 plates and 6 screws. I was required to be off work for 5 months and to wait a full year before the shoulder surgery, 4-2012 which resulted in another 8 weeks off work. Then came the knee replacement surgery 2013 and another 12 weeks off work. I own a salon & spa and was required to use savings to keep it going. During the knee recovery, my white blood cell count elevated drastically, after many tests it was determined I had agammaglobulinemia, CLL/SLL stage 4. My ENT removed 7 tumors from my neck. My oncologist immediately started chemo and IVIG infusions. Between my 3rd & 4th chemo treatment, in 2015 they discovered I had claudication in my legs, 90% blockage in my left and 95% in the right. The next week I had an abdominal aortic bypass, put in a coma for 4 days for healing and pain and intensive care for a week, another 5 months off work and a significant loss of clientele. We didn't know we could get help and during one of my IVIG infusions the social worker came to talk and I really broke down because by this time our credit cards were at their max. I knew we would lose everything very soon and we are raising our grandson who would be devasted having to move as we were the only stability in his life. I was ready to stop all treatment because I couldn't live with the burden that my illness was causing my family. New Day acted upon my application so fast and more important, with so much kindness and understanding, that I was truly overwhelmed. I cried so hard during our phone call she had a hard time understanding me, I had to put my husband on the phone. New Day truly saved my life, along with my wonderful doctors and God Himself leading the way. New Day will always have my undying gratitude, respect, love, and support. Thanks, with all my heart, to all the wonderful donors, volunteers and New Day Foundation For Families. I hope you know how special you all are! With Love and Gratitude, Margo Kramar

New Day is incredibly focused on relieving the financial toxicity of cancer for its' families. Gina and her Team work with a passion and dedication that is not only admirable but also effective in allowing families to focus on getting healthy with less financial pressures. Which has been proven to lead to better outcomes for the patient.

On Sunday, January 7, 2018, Dirk Hollebeek was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia with the FLT3 mutation--when all the weeks of Christmas break, he thought he was fighting a nasty case of the flu. What followed for Dirk, his wife Stacey and their three children, has been a path into induction chemotherapy, remission, consolidated chemotherapy, conditioning chemotherapy and an allogeneic bone marrow transplant on April 11, 2018. Dirk is currently at home actively participating in his recovery and he and the family are reclaiming their life together.

What New Day has meant for the Hollebeeks has been financial support, on the one hand, in that the organization took away a great deal of worry over paying our mortgage for a few months--not only the monetary amount, but the actual remembering to pay the bill on time! But New Day also gave them a sense of togetherness. In the early days of the diagnosis and learning the details of acute leukemia, FLT3, prognosis, treatments, etc., the details become overwhelming very quickly. The Hollebeeks had never experienced anything like it, and knew few personally who had. Learning of and about New Day, that it was formed by families for families to provide hope, did just that for us. Our experience, while unique to us, was not isolated nor did it need to be isolating. That knowledge shown a light forward at a time of darkness, and for which, we are grateful.

Dirk and Stacey Hollebeek

January 2018
Dear Sponsors of New Day for Families,
I am writing this letter to express my gratitude for this wonderful organization. I am a social worker in a radiation center, and I work daily with families who are facing cancer. Unfortunately, many of my conversations with patients are not focused on their cancer; instead, we discuss how they are going to make it financially. Fighting cancer is exhausting physically and emotionally for these patients and their families—dealing with a loss of income and enormous medical bills is incredibly stressful. I have even seen families choose to forego treatment, due to being unable to pay for the treatment. This is where New Day for Families has been able to make a difference! Several of my patients have been helped with their mortgage payments, vehicle insurance and with groceries and household necessities, as a result of receiving help from New Day. Receiving financial help has allowed these patients and their families to focus on fighting the cancer, instead of worrying about their bills. Thank you for supporting this organization. In supporting New Day, you are helping families in Michigan focus on what is more important than finances—physical health and quality time together.
With Gratitude,

Kristie Dilaura, LMSW
Social worker in Holland, MI

My name is Mercedes Kruizenga and I want to share some of my story to the New Day Foundation. I have stage 4 breast cancer which has metastasized to my liver and lungs. It has been a long journey, and I keep praying to God for faith in my physical and emotional healing.

I have had a lot of help from my family and friends. I have also had help from New Day Foundation. I thank God for the help you have given me. I couldn't be more grateful. For three months they helped pay for my groceries. They also helped me with my house payment for three months as well.

I had to quit my job since my cancer has gotten worse. I am very weak and I don't do much. Just try to get by day to day. My husband works a lot to keep up with the bills. So, what New Day Foundation did means so much to me.

I can't express my gratitude enough. Thank you and God Bless you all.

My husband and I were only married for thirteen months when he was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of prostate cancer, already considered a Stage 4 due to metastases. With treatment, he quickly developed severe side effects that made him unable to continue working. New Day Foundation has been a life saver helping our family with some living expenses and also with expenses for some of our children's extracurricular activities, which was above and beyond as it has help us to maintain a more normal life for our kids. We hope to someday be able to give back to New Day so that other families like ours can be helped also.

Well I really don't even know where to begin I got diagnosed with cancer just after Christmas in 2016. And as of today my cancer is in remission. And just last month Gina from New Day Foundation for families with cancer got a hold of me and asked me if there was anything that their Foundation could do to help like pay rent or any of that and I told them that I really could use a car for me and my family to help get back and forth to doctors appointments for me and work for my wife and kid and at this point I feel like I've been blessed by God having them in my life because they purchased us a newer car and have taken care of the little problems that the car had to make it right for us. I really wish I could do something to help them and I know that as soon as I'm able to get back to work and I get a good check coming in that I'm going to make a donation to their Foundation myself. All I can say is is if you're reading this that these people truly have touched my life and help me and my family out significantly and right now we would be in a world of hurt without the help they've given us.

I am so grateful for what the New Foundation has done for me! The help I received was beyond anything I could have ever imagined. This has been one of the hardest points in my life, and the New Day Foundation, came in with such ease and promptness to assist.

From the time I heard the words, "You have breast cancer" it has been a complete life altering experience. At each turn, there seemed to be more and more challenges I had to face. The help that was provided to me was so huge, so life changing, and finally in a positive way! My mind is still a bit mushy from chemotherapy and my brother and his girlfriend just moved out of the home without notice. Bills have been confusing as I try and figure out what is what. It has been extremely stressful.

Thank you so much, I have so much gratitude I don't even know how to express it properly! But, I am trying! The New Day Foundation is the most incredible organization. The help I got was far, far above anything I ever imagined, and there was no stress involved.

Sincerely,
Pamela H.

Although not a direct recipient of the New Day Foundation For Families Charity, I can attest to the value & incredible impact that this foundation has on the people it serves. The love & support that is offered to families battling the disease of cancer as well as the ramifications that manifest as a result, is beyond reproach. The insight & sensitivity with regard to the needs of these families is based on the empathic connection to their feelings & struggles which was the impetus of this remarkable charity taking root. The New Day Foundation For Families goes beyond the immediate medical care of the cancer patient & focuses more on the everyday needs & emotional support of the patient & family. By providing assistance in paying bills, providing transportation when needed & offering relief from the stress & anxiety of mounting debt due to job loss, etc., the patient & their loved ones are better able to focus on treatment, recovery & maintaining, as close as possible, a normal lifestyle. I have personally witnessed the incredible difference that his type of support has made on these families & the impact that it has on overall recovery for the patient & family. I have listened to many family recipients who reflect on the meaningfulness of this foundation's involvement. Their words & feelings express all that The New Day Foundation For Families represents & strives for. There is no better testament to value & significance than that.

Great Foundation, wonderful directors and staff. They make it easy to volunteer

I've been fortunate to be a part of several events sponsored by The New Day Foundation For Families, and am always amazed by the foundations commitment to helping others. Cancer can rob you of hope and strain you mentally and financially. This nonprofit has the expertise to help you make good decisions and can help alleviate the burdens that come with cancer. One of Gina, and the foundations, greatest strengths is providing hope, through assistance and faith.

I have known Gina for 10 years. She and her Team at New Day are 100% dedicated to helping those in need effected by the toxicity of cancer. The Team at New Day goes to incredible lengths to relieve not only the suffering of the cancer patient but the entire family. Gina is an angel here on earth.

Great foundation. My father was diagnosed with cancer when I was 7 years old. I was the oldest of 3 siblings, with my younger brother being only 2 at the time. (Many years ago..) This foundation would have been a great resource at that time. They do wonderful work. I am so glad they exist! SPREAD THE GOOD WORD!

In May of 2016 I was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer. My treatments were 2 lumpectomys and radiation.

Our blue cross deductible is crazy high. 6000.00 and then we pay a percent up until we hit 10,000.

For several months I was so tired and in the healing process I had to limit my work as a manicurist.

Between Angels of Hope and New Day Foundation... we have been able to pay our medical bills.

I will never be able to express our love and gratitude for the help we have received. With out it I don't know how we ever would have been able to make ends meet.

At such a difficult time ( and I am tearing up as I write this)... it was amazing to have complete strangers reach out to help my family. It gave me the option to take a breath and concentrate on healing.

I am so thankful to say... my treatment was amazing and I am now cancer free.

From the bottom of my heart please know what your help has ment to my family.

love

Wendy Campbell

I have personally witnessed on several occassions the impact that New Day Foundation makes to families. Their Christmas program is absolutely amazing! They truly care about the families they are helping and it shows with all the events that they do. I am proud to help out when I am able to.

I have had the honor to volunteer for the New Day Foundation, and I cannot express the joy it brings to me and my family to be able to help those whose lives have been impacted by cancer. I know that working with New Day, we are totally focused on helping others. Gina is an amazing inspiration to everyone she works with, and it is so rewarding to be able to contribute my time, money, and other resources to this outstanding organization. Martha

The inspiration and dedication of this incredible nonprofit makes me proud to know and understand the heroic nature of their care and compassion.

New Day helped a family I know. They made such a difference with their care aND support. I can honestly say that they were life savers.

This foundation is led by professional, dedicated, friendly, enthusiastic and caring people who hear and see people's stories and truly help. I was welcomed with open arms when I asked to volunteer in their 5K run and fundraising auction/dinner downtown Detroit. It was a very fun experience. People were upbeat and worked together.

My mom died of islet cell cancer when I was a senior in high school. I wish an organization like this existed for our family then. I love the mission of New Day and love seeing them meet needs of the entire family affected by cancer in all areas of life.

The new day foundation had a huge effect on me and my family. When I had to be off medical leave due to breast cancer with no pay. They stepped in and helped. The stress of the bills was off my shoulders and I could focus on me and getting through treatments. They were truly a blessing and a huge comfort in such a hard time in my life. Gods Blessings to this organization. I will never forget the great help you gave me and my family!

Many Thanks!

Jenifer Briggs

New Day Foundation has assisted many families faced with Cancer. They have provided emotional and financial support for the families as they face their new journey. This is a compassionate foundation who knows first hand what it is like to work through all of the financial and emotional trauma associated with Cancer.

Because of the New Day Foundation I was able to concentrate on getting well instead of worrying about my bills I really appreciate the 1 on 1 Conferences the Christmas donations and the personal service of the new day foundation keep up the good work

Saving people and families one at a time. That is the strength of this organization.
Started and run by someone who has lived through it their help is a game changer.
Well done, really.

New day is an amazing foundation that helped myself and my daughter greatly during my battle with lymphoma. I was overwhelmed and a mother of a one year old wondering how I would make it through. New day was not only there with financial support but amazing people to listen, which is hard to find when you are going through such a difficult battle

Amazing charity... really helped our family when my husband was diagnosed with cancer last year.

While so many worthwhile cancer support organizations exist, few have the face-to-face presence of New Day. Meeting with the patient and their families, providing support, counseling and short term financial assistance is truly meeting hurting families "where they're at."

I am so proud to be affiliated with this organization and the good work it does.

This wonderful organization is helping the Regan family as Kathy, the mom of five school age children, struggles with double rare appendix cancer. The dad lost his job mid year 2015. Without New Day's help, it's likely that all seven of them would be homeless. Mom faces another major surgery later this year due to her cancer's recurrence. I am so grateful there are groups like this one to help families focus on the war against cancer and not worry about a roof over their heads and empty stomachs. God bless New Day and its donors for shouldering some of the burdens. Hope is such a powerful force at times like this.

Words cannot express the joy and love felt on Christmas Day, the New Day Foundation brought into our home. The New Day is the perfect name for this organization because that’s exactly what it felt like, a brand new day we have never seen before. The Montgomery family is so ever grateful and humbled by this experience. We thank our sponsors and the foundation a thousand times over. Please inform me how I am able to help, volunteer, give or support the New Day Foundation.
Thank you, thank you, The Montgomery’s.

I would like to thank you for all that you have done for my family. I tell everyone about your organization and that if they want to donate to an organization that you know where your money goes, this is the one.
I am currently undergoing radiation and hopefully my journey will be complete. I plan to donate to your organization as soon as I can so you can continue to help others.
With greatest gratitude, Lisa M.

You really helped out my family and we want to sincerely thank you for your extremely generous gift! We can’t thank you enough! Having two mortgage payments and groceries taken care of for a couple months is just incredible! The generosity, support and love shown to us since I found out I have cancer has been amazing, overwhelming, and truly inspirational! We look forward to when we can “pay it forward!”
- The Skira family

I found out I was diagnosed with my 3rd but of breast cancer on September 4,2015. I am also a victim of Dr. Fata and was mistreated by him for 5 years. When I was diagnosed for the 3rd time with an agressive form of breast cancer called Triple Negative I was in shock and scared. Cancer not only affects your health,it affects your finaces. When I was diagnosed the first 2 times me and my husband didn't have help with our bills because we couldn't find help and he had to work 2 and 3 jobs to take care of me and our 4 kids. I am a state licensed daycare owner and I had to close my doors so I could begin treatment. My cancer support group leader referred me to The New Day Foundation and my life changed. Instead of being terrified of not being able to pay our bills I could concentrate on getting better. Gina the founder came out to my house personally, talked with me and was so kind and understanding. It was like talking to a friend. She offered to pay our house payments for 3 months and gave us 3 months of grocery gift cards. The foundation also included us in their Christmas Giving Program and our 2 younger kids got wonderful gifts from their sponsors. Me and my family have been through such a horrible ordeal these past 8 years with my 3 diagnosis of breast cancer and also being a victim of Dr
.Fata who went to prison for harming his patients. New Day Foundation made our life easier and made me have peace of mind that my kids wouldn't go without and we wouldn't lose our home. I recommend them to all my Pink Breast Cancer Sisters and I am thankful every day that they helped us.

I have been in treatment for a rare form of cancer for the last year and a half. When I was first diagnosed, New Day helped our family. My husband and I have five children, all at home and in school. Last spring, I needed to resign from my position due to my treatments. In June, my husband lost his job. He is back in school, and though we have been ok, we really needed help to get us through the next couple of months until he gets a position. New Day came through for us again, going above and beyond to make sure that not only our physical needs were met, but our emotional needs as well. I cannot speak highly enough of this organization.