Seena Magowitz Pancreatic Cancer Foundation

10/20/2026

November is National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and the Seena Magowitz Foundation is getting ready for a month of connection, education and action.

We’re kicking things off by putting the spotlight on support patients and families can access FREE:

💬 Mondays with Merlin: Join long-term pancreatic cancer survivor and patient advocate Steven Merlin for an interactive Zoom conversation filled with shared experience, practical insights and encouragement.

👟 Steppin’ Up Against Pancreatic Cancer: Our campaign is underway for November 14 at ASU’s Mountain America Stadium in Tempe or virtually from anywhere! Patients, survivors, caregivers and the medical community will walk together. Our patient and family resource zone will connect attendees with professionals in nutrition, social services, health insurance, neuropathy, genetic testing, patient support and more.

💜 Support that continues all year: Our free patient and family programs include support groups, our Second Opinions Program, educational Zoom conversations and Care Kitchen’s recipes, cooking videos and nutrition resources.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, navigating treatment, supporting someone you love or living beyond cancer, there is a community here for you.

👉 Visit SeenaMagowitzFoundation.org to explore our programs, find upcoming meetings and sign up for emails so you don’t miss what’s ahead.

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10/19/2026

Please see below on how to register for the MCW Pancreatic Cancer Lecture series.

Our Pancreatic Cancer Patient Lecture Series returns this November!

We’re proud to partner with the Seena Magowitz Foundation for another virtual series, featuring leading experts in pancreatic cancer research, treatment, and patient care.

Join us virtually to learn, connect, and help raise awareness during Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. 💜

Register HERE: bit.ly/26LECTURESERIES

Seena Magowitz Pancreatic Cancer Foundation

10/19/2026

Caregivers take countless steps no one sees. On November 14, we walk beside them.

Caring for someone with pancreatic cancer often means navigating appointments, managing daily needs and searching for information and support. Caregivers need a community they can turn to and resources that help them care for their loved ones and themselves.

At Steppin’ Up Against Pancreatic Cancer, our Patient Resource Zone will connect caregivers and patients with experts in nutrition, neuropathy, genetic testing, diabetes, health insurance, social services and more. These free resources offer opportunities to ask questions, find support and build connections.

Join us November 14 at ASU’s Mountain America Stadium in Tempe as caregivers, patients, survivors and the medical community walk together. Come for the community, explore the resources and take your next steps with us. You can also participate virtually from anywhere.

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10/17/2026

Today, we come together for the 2nd Annual Blue, White & Forever Bright Pancreatic Cancer Fundraiser and Penn State Watch Party a special day honoring the life and legacy of Diane Crosby.
As we cheer on Penn State, we’re also rallying around an even greater purpose: raising critical funds to support pancreatic cancer patients, caregivers, and the life-changing programs of the Seena Magowitz Foundation.
To Matt Crosby, Diane’s family and friends, and everyone joining us today thank you for helping keep Diane’s light shining brightly.
Can’t attend? You can still be part of this powerful day by making a donation:
https://seenamagowitzfoundation.org/event/blue-white-forever-bright-2nd-annual-diane-crosby-pancreatic-cancer-fundraiser/
WE ARE… Blue, White & Forever Bright! 💙🤍💜

10/16/2026

Bring your questions. Leave with knowledge, encouragement, and hope.

Starting November 2nd, join the Seena Magowitz Foundation for Mondays with Merlin, an interactive Zoom conversation with long-term pancreatic cancer survivor and patient advocate Steven Merlin, held on the first Monday of each month.
Diagnosed in 2012, Steve has spent more than a decade turning his experience into hope and support for patients and families. Now, you can connect with him directly to ask questions, hear honest insights, and learn practical ways to advocate for your care.
Together, we’ll explore topics including:

💜 Navigating treatment and second opinions
💜 Biomarker testing and clinical trials
💜 Nutrition, survivorship, and living well
💜 Finding support throughout your pancreatic cancer journey

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, in treatment, living with metastatic disease, a survivor, or a caregiver, there’s a place for you in this welcoming conversation.
Join us, connect with others who understand, and bring the questions that matter to you. Visit our website to register today.

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10/15/2026

Mark your calendars! We have a full week of Pancreatic Cancer Support for Survivorship Live Zoom meetings next week

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10/14/2026

A late-stage diagnosis, the cancer spread to her liver, not able to be operated on, and left with more questions than answers. There was fear, confusion, and a deep desire to take some sort of action against this disease before it was too late, and she did wonder was it already too late as it had been suggested to her. Dorla Aparicio decided no, it was not time to go quietly. Dorla spoke up, got a second opinion, and there found the strength to fight pancreatic cancer with whatever means were available. There is strength and hope in Dorla's story, one really cannot capture it here and now. Read her story and feel the strength she has, which is actually the same strength we all have. Dorla is our Wednesday Warrior.

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To read Dorla’s story, please visit the Warrior Story section of our website.
The Seena Magowitz Foundation provides a direct line to care, support and hope to those affected by pancreatic cancer. To help us fight pancreatic cancer, please visit our website.
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10/13/2026

Looking for recipe inspiration for pancreatic cancer patients and survivors? 💜

Visit CareKitchen.org for easy-to-make 30-minute meals, protein-packed smoothies, and plenty of delicious ideas to make your own.

Explore our Ingredient Spotlights to learn more about the foods we use and find fresh inspiration for your next meal.

📩 While you’re there, sign up for our emails for early access to recipes, cooking guides, and recipe cards! Find inspiration and join our email list at CareKitchen.org.

10/12/2026

Steppin Up Against Pancreatic Cancer Walk and Patient Resource Zone
Whose name will you carry on Nov. 14? Walk in honor of a patient, in celebration of a survivor or in memory of someone deeply loved. Share their name in the comments, then create a fundraiser to continue their impact.

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10/10/2026

Blue, White & Forever Bright is just ONE WEEK away!

Watch Matt Crosby join Chef Gia in the Care Kitchen as they make the perfect Weekend Chili, get ready for the Penn State tailgate, and celebrate the beautiful life and legacy of Matt’s wife, Diane.

This special episode is filled with great food, heartfelt memories, and the spirit behind a fundraiser that is helping provide vital programs and support to pancreatic cancer patients and caregivers.

Watch the episode on our YouTube Channel SeenasCareKitchen

🏈 Then join us October 17 for the Blue, White & Forever Bright Penn State Watch Party and Pancreatic Cancer Fundraiser!

Learn more, get tickets, or donate:
https://seenamagowitzfoundation.org/event/blue-white-forever-bright-2nd-annual-diane-crosby-pancreatic-cancer-fundraiser/