Endorsements

Name (Chronological Order)

Comments

Abby Westerman Co-Founder and CEO of b-present Foundation Caregiver of a Cancer Patient and Health Advocate	Yes, I support! Trust is essential in any meaningful relationship, but it doesn’t develop overnight; it’s earned and demonstrated over time. In today’s world, where friendships can form not just locally but also online globally, establishing trust is crucial yet challenging. This challenge becomes even more significant when seeking connections after a life-changing event, such as a cancer diagnosis. How do we connect with others and build meaningful relationships during vulnerable times? What qualities should we look for in others, and how can we verify that online representations are genuine? After a cancer diagnosis, it’s important to find a support system that not only understands the transformative experience but is also trustworthy and aligned with our interests, values, and passions. This is especially difficult for teens and young adults who might be away at school or starting a new phase of life in an unfamiliar place. A cancer diagnosis can amplify feelings of social isolation for everyone involved—patients, caregivers, families, and friends. I’m excited to see how CanSER can help build communities that foster trust and lifelong connections, ultimately improving the quality of life for everyone.
Brei Haywood Chair of the Cancer Family Advisory Board at Seattle Children’s Hospital Healthcare Professional	Yes, I support! I am inspired by the mission of CanSER, which is to provide emotional support and connections for cancer patients to meet cancer patients wherever they may be at in their cancer journey. CanSER’s founder, Annika Vuppala, has experienced first-hand the impact of a cancer diagnosis to a family and decided to take what she learned from her experience and build community for people when they need it most.
Eve Kopp Sr. Director, Corporate Giving at Seattle Children’s Hospital Health Advocate	Yes, I support! Annika has beautiful, ambitious goals in creating a resource hub for people impacted by cancer. Her persistence and heart are an inspiration to us and her community!
Sridevi Vuppala (Full Disclosure: my Mom!) Cancer Survivor	Yes, I support! I’m incredibly proud to support the mission of can-ser.org. The value of having trustworthy 1 to 1 emotional support during the cancer journey cannot be overstated. It’s a need that sadly isn’t met by a national organization today, but it’s time we change that. I’m so glad Annika is leading the way to build this much needed support system!
Rep. Greg Nance State Representative at the Washington House of Representatives Health Advocate	Yes, I support! Thank you for supporting cancer patients and their families!
Tony Beasley MLB coach with the Texas rangers Cancer Survivor	Yes, I support! I just love this concept and believe that it can have a tremendous impact with those in need of someone familiar with their situations!! God bless!!
Tamika Baker Founder and Owner of Pinkbreastiesista LLC Cancer Survivor	Yes, I support!
Julia Hughes Health Advocate Cancer Survivor	Yes, I support!
Daniel G. Garza Community Leader Advocate at Lilmesican Productions Inc. Cancer Survivor	Yes, I support!
Rep. Timm Ormsby State Representative at the Washington House of Representatives	Yes, I support!
Nancy Brown Assistant Manager	Yes, I support!
Rep. Carolyn Eslick State Representative at the Washington House of Representatives Cancer Survivor	Yes, I support!
Sen. John Lovick State Senator at the Washington Senate	Yes, I support!
Usha Raman Program Manager at Microsoft Caregiver for Cancer Patient	Yes, I support!
Amy Tellinghuisen Physician/Medical Director at Seattle Children’s Hospital Cancer and Blood Disorders Center Healthcare Professional	Yes, I support!
Megan Kielty Stay at home mom and influencer at @f_breast_cancer Cancer Survivor	Yes, I support!
Christina Burmester Development Coordinator, Community Giving at Seattle Children’s Foundation Health Advocate	Yes, I support! The mission of CanSER is truly inspiring and will offer a necessary support system for cancer patients and families during their journey. Annika is hardworking and thoughtful and can use her personal experience to ensure that the community she is building with CanSER provides these connections.
Eva M. Moya Professor, Department of Social Work University of Texas at El Paso Healthcare Professional Health Advocate	Yes, I support!
Bet Sanch Director, Contra Cancer PR Cancer Survivor Health Advocate	Yes, I support!
Ken Taylor President, International Pain Foundation Caregiver for Cancer Patient Health Advocate	Yes, I support! Thank you for all you are doing!
Colette Hoang CEO and Founder, W.A.Y.S. We Are Your Support Inc and the LTFC podcast Cancer Survivor Caregiver for Cancer Patient Health Advocate	Yes, I support! We are so impressed and proud to support your mission!
Barby Ingle Vice President, International Pain Foundation Cancer Survivor Caregiver for Cancer Patient Health Advocate	Yes, I support! Thank you.
Leah Sisto Director, W.A.Y.S. We Are Your Support Inc Healthcare Professional Health Advocate	Yes, I support!
Estela Mata-Carcamo President, Looms for Lupus Healthcare Professional Health Advocate Caregiver for Cancer Patient	Yes, I support!
Kira Haller Program Director, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Health Advocate	Yes, I support!
Amanda Clark Donor Engagement and Recognition, Seattle Children’s Hospital Health Advocate	Yes, I support!
Claudia Vergara Program Manager of Community Giving, Seattle Children’s Hospital Health Advocate	Yes, I support!
Katie Berger Partnerships Manager of The Seattle Storm Health Advocate	Yes, I support!
Frank Halferty Founder, For a Cure NW Health Advocate	Yes, I support!
Tom Hayes Founder, For a Cure NW Health Advocate Cancer Survivor	Yes, I support!
Bender Cunningham Mornings/95.7 The Jet at iHeartMedia and Chair of Seattle Children’s Corporate Leadership Council Health Advocate	Yes, I support!