From a Dragonfly: A million thank you’s would never be enough to express my gratitude for all you two (Dragonfly co-founders Christine & Ria) have done for me and my family. When I was diagnosed, I never dreamed that anything good would come from my diagnosis. As I reflect back on the last four years, I realize I now smile …
Some Quotes To Share
“We were at my sons ball game the other day and my dragonfly wasn’t having such a good day then all of a sudden we saw at least 6 dragonflies so I knew everything would be just fine.” “Just wanted to thank Dragonfly for the awesome gifts my son received yesterday. It was almost like you knew him; cars, trains, …
The Dragonfly Foundation Receives $100,000 From The Matson Family Foundation
On Friday, August 27th, The Dragonfly Foundation took the stage with two Dragonfly Families and accepted what was the second largest single donation in its 5-year history: a $100,000 check from The Matson Family Foundation. The donation was made during the 2015 Matson Money Symposium held at the Duke Energy Center in front of several thousand attendees from all across …
Please help us keep our teens/young adults distracted during treatment
Welcomed items include: Gift cards ($5-50) for iTunes, Kindle, Amazon, GameStop, Target, Wal-Mart, National Chain Restaurants and Clothing stores Patients spend hours/days researching the best items to purchase, giving them a measure of control and something to pass the time. Video games and game systems (PlayStation 3, Wii Systems, etc.; video games of all ratings) Tablets (iPad Mini’s, Kindles, etc.) …
“…if there is any glistening of light, it comes from The Dragonfly Foundation…
Two of our families are being interviewed on WXIX FOX19 tomorrow morning about Kings Island’s #KicksCancer Fundraiser. The station asked for a biography from the families, so the anchors could know something about the interviewees. Here is what Jay Robison sent us: “The Dragonfly eclipses the realm of “just another foundation” helping cancer patients. Unlike other organizations, they genuinely focus …
What it is like for our families to be Dragonflies…
“Today I donated blood at the mobile unit parked outside my work building. I had never given blood before, so I was a tad bit nervous in doing so. As I laid back in the chair and looked out the window, I saw three dragonflies flying around. I kind of chuckled to myself and felt at ease. I figured, if …
“Being a Dragonfly is a badge of honor…”
From a Dragonfly Mom: “Today I donated blood at the mobile unit parked outside my work building. I had never given blood before, so I was a tad bit nervous in doing so. As I laid back in the chair and looked out the window, I saw three dragonflies flying around. I kind of chuckled to myself and felt at …
Event Calendar Update
Mainstrasse Pub Crawl in Covington, KY on 8/20/2015 Old West Festival Dragonfly Promotion Fall 2015 9/12/2015-10/18/2015 Run ‘Round the Neighborhood in Mason, OH on 9/19/2015 ABRA’s Inaugural Cincinnati Charity Golf Outing at Wetherington Country Club on 10/14/2015 Cirque de Monstres Fashion Show on 10/15/2015 Kendra Scott Gives Back at the new mall in Liberty Township on 10/22/2015 Love Rocks! Gala …
Care Beyond The Scope Of Medicine
Livvy Stubenrauch – official, the actress and voice of young Anna in the movie Frozen, wanted her mom to share this story with us: “My mom (Livvy’s Grandma) and Livvy were taking care of the pool in the complex where they stay in LA yesterday afternoon. They found a dragonfly floating in the pool and were certain it was dead …
“The feeling of pride… was heart bursting”
From a Dragonfly Volunteer who has earned her wings many times over — most recently, by helping us with Kings Island’s Kicks Cancer Fundraiser: I just wanted to drop a note and say how much we enjoyed working at Kings Island yesterday. We are so grateful for the opportunity to volunteer with your organization. There are times in life that …