The We Cancerve Movement, Inc.
Bringing swift solutions to children in sad situations because happiness shouldn't have to wait!

What's happy'ning now
2025 Upcoming Events
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Jan. 17 All-Youth Board of Advisors Meeting ​​
6 p.m., Zoom. We Cancerve team members only led by Zachary Gwiazda, board chair.
​Jan. 25 MLK Day of Service Project
11 a.m., Edgewood (undisclosed location). Harford County area members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. will co-host We Cancerve's Snack Attack, led by We Cancerve's Nael Shakur, to benefit area youth. By Invitation Only.
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Jan. 25 La Magnifique Boutique Inventory Day
​12:30 p.m., Bel Air. We Cancerve team members only led by We Cancerve's Sydney Thompson.
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Feb. 7 All-Youth Board of Advisors Meeting ​​
6 p.m., Zoom. We Cancerve team members only led by We Cancerve's Zachary Gwiazda, board chair.
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Feb. 7 The PenPal Project: Kenya
We Cancerve members are kicking off their newest initiative, a PenPal project led by Grace Callwood, founder, for children from Kenya, East Africa. ​​
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March 1 Do Good Drop-In for National Cereal Day Kid-Friendly
​10:30 a.m., Abingdon Public Library. Join us in collecting cereal and stuffing 200+ Breakfast Bags for area youth experiencing food insecurity led by Zachary Gwiazda, board chair. Donate here.
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Mar. 6 National Dress Day Project Kickoff Kid-Friendly
We Cancerve is collecting new and gently-used winter, spring and summer dresses for teen girls in foster care. A project led by We Cancerve's Gloria Park. Contact us for details.
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​​Mar. 8 Do Good Drop In/Snack Attack Kid-Friendly
10 a.m., Abingdon Public Library. Join Nael Shakur, project lead, and the We Cancerve team as we collect individual servings of chips, pretzels, fruit cups, raisins, waters, granola bars and muffins to ensure area youth enjoy an after-school snack before dinner., which sometimes isn't enough food to satisfy their hungry tummies! Donate here.
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​​Mar. 28 Wreaths of Warmth: A Craft Project Celebrating Month of the Military Child
2:30 p.m., Abingdon. In preparation for Month of the Military Child, We Cancerve's Gloria Park will lead an intergenerational project to encourage hospitalized children of military parents with cards and craft kits. By invitation only.
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Mar. 29 La Magnifique Boutique Remodel Day (Team Only)
12:30 p.m., Arrow Crossroads.
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Apr. 5 Do Good Drop In/Eggstra Special Easter Bagsits Kid-Friendly
10 a.m., Edgewood Public Library. Join project leader Nael Shakur and the entire team as we stuff 500+ "Bagkits" with special treats for area vulnerable children. Now accepting individually-wrapped candy or small novelties for our bags. Email Project Lead Nael Shakur today to donate. Also, shop our list here
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Apr. 5 La Magnifique Boutique Remodel Day (Team Only)
12:30 p.m., Arrow Crossroads.
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Apr. 26 National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Anne Arundel County Chapter, Awards & Recognition Breakfast Kid-Friendly
9 a.m, Doubletree by Hilton in Annapolis. We Cancerve Founder Grace Callwood will be honored with a SHEROES award during the ceremony
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​​​​May 3 Do Good Drop In for Scentsational Toiletries Kits Kid-Friendly
12 a.m., Edgewood Public Library. Join We Cancerve's Natalie Deitz, project lead, and the We Cancerve team as we collect brand-new travel-size toiletries for area school students whose families need a little help with meeting their children's personal hygiene care. Shop our list here. Got questions? Email wecancervemovement@gmail.com today.
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May 17 Crafts for a Cause Project Stuffing Event
3 p.m., Jerusalem Mill. We Cancerve's Gianna Sabatini will lead a project with Girl Scout Troop 4202 from Homestead Wakefield Elementary School to create craft kits for hospitalized children. She will be joined by fellow board member Gloria Park.
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May 19 Comfort Care Kits for Children with Cancer in Ethiopia​
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. We Cancerve is donating TransFUNers kits, first-aid kits and new infant and toddler pajamas thanks to donor Macy's to the Tikur Anbessa Specialised Hospital's pediatric oncology unit in Ethiopia. Led by Founder Grace Callwood, our initiative supports the Aslan Project.
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May 31 We Cancerve's Pajamas Parade in Brooklyn Park, Md. ​
10:30 a.m., We Cancerve teams with the North Arundel County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. to donate brand-new infant and toddler pajamas to the Brooklyn Park Community Baby Shower
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​July 12 Do Good Drop In/Snack Attack Kid-Friendly
10 a.m., Abingdon Public Library. Join Nael Shakur, project lead, and the We Cancerve team in collecting individual servings of chips, pretzels, fruit cups, raisins, waters, granola bars and muffins to ensure area youth enjoy an after-school snack before dinner., which sometimes isn't enough food to satisfy their hungry tummies! Donate here.
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Nov 1 Do Good Drop In/Snack Attack Kid-Friendly
10 a.m., Edgewood Public Library. Join Nael Shakur, project lead, and the We Cancerve team in collecting individual servings of chips, pretzels, fruit cups, raisins, waters, granola bars and muffins to ensure area youth enjoy an after-school snack before dinner., which sometimes isn't enough food to satisfy their hungry tummies! Donate here.
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Dec 6 Susqu
11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
THRIVE 2025 Upcoming Events
Upcoming events promoting childhood cancer awareness and fundraising for the We Cancerve Pediatric Patient Assistance Fund
Jun 1 Comfort Care Kits to Children with Cancer in Ethiopia
Children in Addis Ababa receiving cancer treatment receive We Cancerve kits filled with TransFUNers, new pajamas courtesy of Macy's and first-aid kits. ​
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Jun 14 "Under the Sea" Camp Happy Experience
3:30 p.m., Baltimore. Ronald McDonald House. Teen leaders Zack Gwiazda, Natalie Deitz and Violet Leishman lead a dinner and craft event for 80 critically-ill children and their families.
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June 18 Restaurant Fundraiser: Margherita's Pizza
4 p.m., Bel Air. Join We Cancerve for delicious pizza. Must bring flyer or mention We Cancerve. Until 9 p.m.
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July 14 Restaurant Fundraiser: Vagabond Sandwich Co.
10 a.m., Bel Air. Join We Cancerve for artisan sandwiches and more. Must bring flyer or mention We Cancerve. Until 9 p.m.
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Aug 4 Bingo Night
6 9.m., Bel Air. Join us at Broom's Bloom for a night of bingo! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Until 9 p.m.
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Aug 16 Restaurant Fundraiser: Chipotle
4 p.m., Bel Air. Join We Cancerve for this great fundraiser. Must bring flyer or mention We Cancerve. Until 9 p.m.
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Aug 1-31 Restaurant Fundraiser: Broom's Bloom Dairy
All day, Bel Air. Back again by popular demand, you're not going to want to miss this bestselling flavor. Monthlong special event.
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Sep 4 Restaurant Fundraiser: Flavor Cupcakery
All day, Bel Air. Join We Cancerve for delicious cupcakes and other goodies! Must bring flyer or mention We Cancerve.
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Sep 20 STRIKE: A Kick & Punch Jujutsu Event
10 a.m., Abingdon. Join this family-friendly event for an amazing time raising funds for kids with cancer. Registration required.
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