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  • Message from the Volunteer Advisory Council
    Message from the Volunteer Advisory Council
    Running for a Cure Jann Skelton, VAC Member Many people involved with the cause of pancreatic cancer are using PanCAN’s Wage Hope My Way program to raise money and awareness for pancreatic cancer through running marathons. This offers several valuable benefits for both volunteers and PanCAN. Training for a marathon is challenging, but knowing these ... more
  • In Conversation: Lee Reitler, Mission Chair, Orange County Affiliate
    In Conversation: Lee Reitler, Mission Chair, Orange County Affiliate
    Orange County Mission Chair Lee Reitler spoke with Community Engagement Senior Specialist Paula Mukherjee about Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and fundraising strategies for PanCAN PurpleStride. This interview has been edited for clarity and length. Paula: How did you initially find PanCAN? Lee: When my first wife was diagnosed with ... more
  • In Conversation: PanCAN Volunteer Leaders
    In Conversation: PanCAN Volunteer Leaders
    Affiliate Forum resources are available on Volunteer Central . Affiliate Chairs and other volunteer leaders from PanCAN affiliates across the country, along with the Volunteer Advisory Council (VAC), gathered in Dallas in September for PanCAN in Action: National Affiliate Forum to explore community-building strategies, plan year-round ... more
  • In Conversation: Emma Huckins, Mission Chair, Pittsburgh Affiliate
    In Conversation: Emma Huckins, Mission Chair, Pittsburgh Affiliate
    Pittsburgh Mission Chair Emma Huckins spoke with Community Engagement Senior Specialist Paula Mukherjee about plans for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month this November and her favorite memories as a volunteer. This interview has been edited for clarity and length. Paula: How did you first get involved with PanCAN? Emma: I found PanCAN in the ... more
  • Message from the Volunteer Advisory Council
    Message from the Volunteer Advisory Council
    PURPOSE FUELS PASSION How do you define your purpose as a volunteer? This was a discussion question for the Volunteer Advisory Council. Based on the discussion, we agreed there is definitely a place for everyone in our volunteer community, for all roles and levels of involvement. It is important to recognize and respect what everyone can contribute in ... more

Most Recent Comments

Thanks for being there for us Kevin. Happy Holidays!
Colleen & Rob, I sure enjoyed reading about you two. How are you doing now, Rob? and is it okay if I share your inspiring treatment journey on our affiliate group page? Thank you both for all you do for PanCAN!
Elena has stepped into to this role with her whole heart and it shows. We're so proud to have her as a DFW volunteer!
Thanks for sharing! I'm a new Social Media Chair for the Kansas City Affiliate, and am trying to absorb as much info as possible.
Great advice and outlook, Frank! You're one of the best!