activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 4
- Distribute care bags to breast cancer patients Comfort Kits for Breast Cancer PatientsFills and distributes tote bags, valued at $75-$90, containing resources and comfort items to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients in Arizona.
- Host Breast Cancer Resource ExpoHosted the first annual Breast Cancer Resource Expo in 2012, which was the only event of its kind in the southwestern United States.
- Provide emotional support through peer visits Comfort Kits for Breast Cancer PatientsOperates the Hope Sister program, where trained breast cancer survivors personally deliver care bags and provide one-on-one emotional support and personalized home visits to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients in Arizona.
- Provide free mammograms Diagnostic Imaging & Screening AccessLaunched a free mammogram program in 2019 for women with little or no insurance.
capacity building · 1
- Train breast cancer survivors as Hope Sisters Comfort Kits for Breast Cancer PatientsOperates a "Hope Sister" program that trains breast cancer survivors to provide support and deliver "bags of HOPE" to other women.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Holistic Support Model holistic_support_modelAddresses the full spectrum of challenges in the cancer journey by integrating emotional care, education, and resource delivery to reduce burden and isolation beyond medical treatment alone.
- Interactive Resource Delivery interactive_resource_deliveryUses visual and interactive tools (e.g., tree icon interface) to present resource information in an accessible, engaging format that supports user navigation and understanding.
- Peer Support Model with Hope Sisters peer_support_modelTrains and deploys breast cancer survivors and caregivers as "Hope Sisters" to deliver care bags and provide emotional support, leveraging shared lived experience to reduce isolation and build trust during the cancer journey.
- Personalized Care Delivery personalized care bagsProvides individually tailored support through personalized care bags and home visits that address emotional, educational, and practical needs, enhancing relevance and impact for women navigating breast cancer treatment.
- Volunteer-Driven Operations volunteer-drivenRelies on trained volunteers for core services including bag assembly, follow-up communication, and delivery, enabling community-powered support and scalable outreach.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Bingo for Boobies
Annual fundraising event featuring bingo sessions, raffles, and social activities to raise funds for Hope Bags, mammograms, and program operations.
Free Mammogram Program
Funds mammograms for women with little or no insurance, initiated in 2019 through proceeds from fundraising events.
Hope Bag Delivery
Provides personalized pink tote bags filled with comfort items like blankets, lotion, pillows, and resource guides to individuals diagnosed with breast cancer in Arizona.
Hope Sisters
Trains breast cancer survivors and caregivers to personally deliver Hope Bags and offer emotional support through one-on-one home visits, sharing their experiences and providing companionship.
relationships · 9
who they work with
- Bingo for Boobies Partner — Partner organization where Robyn's Nest donations began and where funds were raised for a free mammogram program.
- Blue Aspen Partner — Marketing partner that created the organization's website
- Blue Aspen Partner — Marketing partner that designed and developed the My Hope Bag website.
- Blue Aspen Partner — Marketing partner that designed and maintains the organization's website.
- Blue Aspen Partner — Marketing partner that designed the organization's website.
- Blue Aspen Marketing Partner — Created the organization's website.
- Blue Aspen Marketing Partner — Marketing partner that created the website for My Hope Bag
- Blue Aspen Marketing Partner — Marketing partner that designed the website for My Hope Bag.
- Blue Aspen Marketing Partner — Website development and marketing services provider