In this conversation, Abbey Graves shares her journey as a participant in 'Dancing with Our Stars' for the Women's Fund of Central Minnesota, highlighting her fundraising efforts for the INDY Foundation. She discusses her dance practice, the importance of community support, and her personal connection to the foundation, which has been a source of hope during her family's cancer journey. The conversation also touches on the emotional impact of podcasting and the stories shared through the INDY Foundation's platform. This conversation delves into the pressing issue of cancer diagnosis rates in Minnesota, the goals of the Indy Foundation in supporting cancer patients, and the challenges faced by nonprofits in providing aid. They also discuss the emotional aspects of their work, the joy of celebrating life, and the global reach of their podcast, which aims to connect and support cancer warriors everywhere.

Takeaways

• Abbey is participating in 'Dancing with Our Stars' for charity.
• The event focuses more on fundraising than dancing.
• She has a personal connection to the INDY Foundation.
• The INDY Foundation provided hope during her family's cancer journey.
• Podcasting has shifted Abbey's perspective on life.
• Editing the INDY podcast brings Abbey joy.
• Community support is crucial for fundraising efforts.
• The top prize for the dance event is significant.
• Minnesota has the highest diagnosis rates for lymphoma and leukemia in the US.
• The INDY Foundation aims to help everyone diagnosed with cancer.
• Connecting with patients can be as simple as sending a card or a backpack.
• Nonprofits face challenges in managing funds and meeting patient needs.
• Community support is crucial for fundraising and sustaining operations.
• Celebrating life is an important aspect of their mission.
• Sharing information about the foundation is a free way to help.

Donate to INDY for Dancing with Our Stars: https://www.communitygiving.org/make-a-donation/?gfid=264

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

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