Author: Kennedy Tessier
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More than a basket:
Small communities like Weyburn and Estevan play a crucial role in caring for one another. We are committed to building networks of kindness and support for those in need.
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More than a basket:
As we look ahead to 2027, our commitment to enhancing patient comfort and caregiver support remains unwavering. By actively engaging with hospital teams and prioritizing practical needs, we aim to streamline our initiatives and maximize the impact of our donations.
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More than a basket; Why Community Partnerships Matter
The foundation grows through relationships, not just deliveries. Hospital teams help us understand where comfort bags may be useful and how to arrange a respectful handoff. Businesses and community groups help us gather resources. Volunteers help turn boxes of supplies into carefully packed gifts. Each partner brings something different. One may have practical knowledge, another…
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More Than a Basket: Bringing Comfort Through Cancer
Cancer changes so much. It changes routines, plans, priorities, and sometimes the way an entire family moves through everyday life. There are appointments, treatments, long drives, waiting rooms, difficult conversations, and so many unknowns. And in the middle of all of that, sometimes the smallest comforts can mean the most. That is why the Glen…
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More than a basket:
Starting the Glen Adnam Cancer Comfort Basket Foundation was an ambitious goal, and with the incredible support of Surge Energy, we’ve exceeded expectations by providing 157 comfort bags for St. Joseph’s Hospital in Estevan. This journey, inspired by my dad’s legacy, has brought us to this moment of gratitude and hope.
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More than a basket: The businesses helping us grow
Thank you to every business that has supported the Glen Adnam Cancer Comfort Basket Foundation. Your contributions, whether in funds, supplies, services, or by spreading the word, have made a significant difference in keeping our mission moving forward.
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More than a basket: A Father’s Legacy of Love
The name on our foundation means everything to our family. Glen was more than a name on a banner or a story in an introduction. He was my dad. When I talk about why this foundation exists, I am talking about love, loss and the wish to make a difficult experience a little gentler for…
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The Meaning Behind Every Donation
A donation is never just a number on a spreadsheet. For our foundation, every gift represents someone choosing to make room for another person’s comfort. It might cover part of a blanket order, help us purchase practical supplies, or give us the confidence to plan another round of bags. We take that responsibility seriously. We…
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Thank You to Steel Reef — $2,500 Donation
Thank You, Steel Reef Thanks to Steel Reef’s generous donation of $2,500, your support will go directly toward helping us create comfort baskets for individuals and families affected by cancer throughout Saskatchewan. Every dollar brings us closer to reaching more people with a little extra comfort, encouragement, and care during an incredibly difficult time. We…
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More Than a Basket: The Story Behind Our Foundation
Some stories begin with a big idea. Ours began with a person we loved. The Glen Adnam Cancer Comfort Basket Foundation was created in memory of my dad, Glen. Losing someone to cancer changes the way you see the world. It makes you notice the small comforts, the people who show up, and the moments…
