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Babes, Wine & Galentine’s Through a Volunteer’s Eyes
Takeaways
- Galentine’s is designed to celebrate cancer warriors with confidence, community, and intentional support.
- Volunteers make the mission possible—from the smallest details to the biggest moments on stage.
- The INDY Impact is rooted in connection: reminding families facing cancer that they are not alone.
Courtney Studenski, Executive Director of the INDY Foundation, sits down with her cousin Alyssa for a Galentine’s recap from a volunteer’s perspective. They share what goes into planning and executing INDY’s signature girls’ night celebrating women battling cancer—plus the behind-the-scenes work that creates unforgettable moments for warriors and their families. The conversation highlights the power of community, the emotion of honoring a warrior who passed away, and the fun fundraising tradition of the Men of INDY. Alyssa also shares why she volunteers and encourages anyone considering it to jump in—there’s a place for every schedule and skill set.
Key Topics Covered:
- Galentine’s event mission: celebrating women (young and adult) battling cancer
- A volunteer’s “why” and how giving back can also refill your own cup
- Behind-the-scenes planning: detail, teamwork, and volunteer coordination
- Warrior experience: confidence, family moments, and meaningful connection
- Tribute to Nikki Langer and the power of community through grief
- Men of INDY and the event’s fundraising impact for Minnesota cancer warriors
- How to get involved as an INDY volunteer (weekly, committee, or day-of)
INDY is short for "I'm Not Done Yet," a phrase often said by the late Kyle Strand during his courageous battle with colon cancer. Kyle's four-year journey was both extremely challenging and profoundly beautiful. Though he lost his battle in July 2017, his legacy lives on through his two dying wishes: to establish the INDY Foundation and to inspire others to live every day to its fullest. In August 2017, the INDY Foundation was born, continuing Kyle's mission to support and uplift cancer warriors everywhere. Find more information here: www.indy-foundation.org
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ImNotDoneYetMN
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/indyfoundation/
Join our INDY Tribe - Inner Circle FB Group. A group for those affected by cancer.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/202854020588761
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By INDY FoundationTakeaways
- Galentine’s is designed to celebrate cancer warriors with confidence, community, and intentional support.
- Volunteers make the mission possible—from the smallest details to the biggest moments on stage.
- The INDY Impact is rooted in connection: reminding families facing cancer that they are not alone.
Courtney Studenski, Executive Director of the INDY Foundation, sits down with her cousin Alyssa for a Galentine’s recap from a volunteer’s perspective. They share what goes into planning and executing INDY’s signature girls’ night celebrating women battling cancer—plus the behind-the-scenes work that creates unforgettable moments for warriors and their families. The conversation highlights the power of community, the emotion of honoring a warrior who passed away, and the fun fundraising tradition of the Men of INDY. Alyssa also shares why she volunteers and encourages anyone considering it to jump in—there’s a place for every schedule and skill set.
Key Topics Covered:
- Galentine’s event mission: celebrating women (young and adult) battling cancer
- A volunteer’s “why” and how giving back can also refill your own cup
- Behind-the-scenes planning: detail, teamwork, and volunteer coordination
- Warrior experience: confidence, family moments, and meaningful connection
- Tribute to Nikki Langer and the power of community through grief
- Men of INDY and the event’s fundraising impact for Minnesota cancer warriors
- How to get involved as an INDY volunteer (weekly, committee, or day-of)
INDY is short for "I'm Not Done Yet," a phrase often said by the late Kyle Strand during his courageous battle with colon cancer. Kyle's four-year journey was both extremely challenging and profoundly beautiful. Though he lost his battle in July 2017, his legacy lives on through his two dying wishes: to establish the INDY Foundation and to inspire others to live every day to its fullest. In August 2017, the INDY Foundation was born, continuing Kyle's mission to support and uplift cancer warriors everywhere. Find more information here: www.indy-foundation.org
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ImNotDoneYetMN
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/indyfoundation/
Join our INDY Tribe - Inner Circle FB Group. A group for those affected by cancer.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/202854020588761