Keep Meghann5k Afloat During Breast Cancer Tx

In September 2022, Meghann5k (Meghann Jordan), front woman of Denver-based alterna-rock band, Addie Tonic, was diagnosed with Stage 2 HER2 positive breast cancer. The diagnosis and treatment has presented many challenges: mental, physical, and financial. Meghann is in the course of receiving 12 weeks of chemotherapy to be followed by surgery to remove the tumor from the breast and lymph nodes, and then finally radiation treatments. The process of fighting the cancer has left her with a very limited capacity to perform and work until at least April 2023.

In addition to pursuing her passion as a musician, Meghann works as a shared Administrative Assistant for local non-profits Healthier Colorado and The Bell Policy Center. Fortunately, her employers have been incredibly understanding, and have offered to accommodate time off for medical appointments, treatments, and recovery. However, her ability to work has been drastically reduced due to treatment, severely limiting her income to pay for her existing living expenses, not to mention accumulating out-of-pocket medical expenses. While Meghann is receiving treatment for and recovering from cancer, Addie Tonic will also have to take an extended hiatus from playing live shows, ticket sales from which account for the bulk of the band's income. Without gig revenue, the band has been left scrambling to find a means of covering their $500/month rehearsal space.

Prior to her diagnosis, Meghann was living her best life: working for 2 really great non-profits, fronting the best band she’s ever had, and living in one of the most desirable cities in the US, all things she has worked really hard for and is really proud of. With the help and support of friends and family, easing some of the current financial burden and accompanying stress will enable Meghann to heal and get back to doing what she loves. If you are able to, please consider donating to help keep Meghann5k afloat during this difficult time.