Our Story
GET TO KNOW A FRESH CHAPTER
A Fresh Chapter’s mission is to help people make sense of the complex emotions of cancer and give them the tools, support, and community to thrive – even in the midst of challenging circumstances.
Our History
Since February 2013, A Fresh Chapter participants have contributed more than 21,500 volunteer hours to dozens of non-profit organizations – positively impacting the lives of thousands of people around the world – all while taking positive action against the isolation, anger, depression, fear of recurrence, and survivor guilt often created by cancer.
Our COMMITMENT
Fostering diversity, inclusion, and health equity while building connections across cultures is in our DNA. Since 2013, AFC has worked closely with our volunteer partners in other countries to better understand the needs of local communities while empowering diverse groups of women and men – from the U.S. and around the world – to step beyond their stories of cancer and gain the tools, support, and community to help them thrive.
TERRI’S STORY
“Cancer taught me that life is short and even if we can’t erase the difficult parts of our story or control how or when it’s going to end, we all have the opportunity to step out of our comfort zones and see ourselves and the world from a new perspective. I refuse to be defined by my cancer story. I am an entrepreneur, traveler, writer, audacious dreamer, photographer, global volunteer, and someone with a passion for redefining possibility in the lives of others impacted by cancer.”
MEET THE TEAM
A Fresh Chapter would not be where it is today without the support of our team – an amazing circle of diverse, dynamic and passionate people including staff members, facilitators and alumni ambassadors. We believe in empowering each other to think boldly, to take action even when it scares us, and to give back as a way to heal ourselves.
OUR ADVISORY BOARD
A Fresh Chapter is privileged to have the support, expertise, and connections offered by our diverse Advisory Board – made up of individuals representing business, medical and international development. In addition to opportunities to join our Advisory Board, AFC is seeking innovative leaders to serve on its U.S. Board of Directors.
HAVE TERRI SPEAK AT AN EVENT
Terri’s reputation as a speaker is built on her natural storytelling ability combined with a knack for adapting her message to a wide range of audiences. Whether talking to people impacted by cancer about picking up the pieces of their lives or inspiring business leaders to see their work from a fresh perspective, Terri weaves together stories from around the globe with wit, candor, and practical tips for actualizing big dreams.
START FRESH RESOURCES
Each of us has a unique story and a different reason for why we might want to reimagine our lives. Here at AFC, we love to connect our community to resources and new ideas to support you with writing your next chapter.