Medical and business leaders agree: Cancer support is essential
It’s crucial for employers to recognize the significant impact of financial stress on employees receiving medical treatment and to ensure that employees know about and have access to the support they need. New Day is part of the solution for cancer patients facing financial challenges.
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Gina Kell Spehn, co-founder and president of New Day Foundation for Families, received the 2025 Notable Leader in Philanthropy award from Crain’s Detroit Business today.
We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer to our team,” said Gina Kell Spehn, co-founder and president. “Her dedication and expertise will be instrumental in strengthening our mission and expanding the reach of our support for individuals and families facing cancer.”
If mental health care can lower the risk of dying from cancer by 25 percent, why aren’t ALL cancer patients offered access to treatment? At New Day, they are.
Enjoy discounts on events to benefit Michigan families facing cancer. Now through May 1, save $500 on a foursome at the annual New Day Golf Classic, $10 off the Woodhouse 5K Run/Walk for New Day, and $25 off Celebrity Lip Sync Battle!
A cancer diagnosis threatens more than health—it can destroy financial stability. With treatment costs rising, many families face impossible choices, and financial distress can double the risk of death. While the healthcare system lags in solutions, nonprofits like New Day Foundation step in, providing immediate financial and emotional support to keep families afloat during treatment.
New Day Foundation received a transformative $2.5 million grant from the A.A. Van Elslander Foundation, its largest ever. This funding expands support for Michigan families facing cancer, covering housing, utilities, and food.
“We’re grateful for this investment to combat financial toxicity in cancer care,” said New Day’s President, Gina Kell Spehn.
Since 2018, the Clarkston LAX “Game for Hope” has raised funds for families battling cancer. This year’s $21,546 donation pushed their total past $100,000! Thank you, Clarkston, for your generosity and support!
New Day Foundation for Families welcomes Lori Wingerter, former GM chief philanthropy officer, to its board of directors. With decades of leadership in corporate social impact and nonprofit service, Wingerter brings invaluable expertise to help expand New Day’s mission of providing financial and emotional support to families facing cancer across Michigan.