A Legacy of Hope: CanCare turns 35

CanCare is turns 35 this year — and we’re celebrating with a very special episode of Hope In The Face of Cancer! Join host Darcie Wells, CanCare CEO, as we honor three and a half decades of delivering oneon-one emotional support to those impacted by cancer.
In this anniversary episode, you’ll hear moving reflections from longtime volunteers, heart-opening stories from the CanCare community, and a look back at the moments that shaped our mission. You’ll also hear about CanCare in the early years when Ann sparked this mission that has mpacted over 1 Million lives. Plus, Darcie shares a first look at our brand new book — Hope in the Face of Cancer — a powerful collection of real stories from survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals that reflect the heart of all we do.
This episode is more than a celebration — it’s a tribute to every life touched by hope and a glimpse into what’s ahead for the next 35 years.
Mentioned Resources:
CanCare- www.cancare.org
Love the podcast? You’ll be moved by the book. The Hope in the Face of Cancer book shares inspiring, real stories from survivors, caregivers, and healthcare heroes. Raw, uplifting, and full of heart—for anyone seeking hope and connection. Get your copy: cancare.org/hopebook.
About Our Host:
Darcie Champagne Wells is the President and CEO of CanCare, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to providing support to the cancer community by pairing cancer patients with survivors. Since joining in November 2020 as the third President & CEO, Darcie has driven significant growth, increasing one-to-one support matches by 45% and healthcare referrals by 66%. In 2022, she initiated the Impact Acceleration Initiative to further expand support for cancer patients and caregivers. Her leadership has earned her recognition as a “Most Admired CEO” and “Woman Who Means Business” by the Houston Business Journal, and national “Fundraiser of the Year” by RAISE. Darcie holds a BS in Business Administration from Louisiana State University and an MBA from the University of Houston.
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