<div>Dear Friends and Family,
</div>
<div>I’m reaching out with a heavy heart to share news about my cousin, <strong>Brandise</strong>. Many of you know she has been courageously battling breast cancer and was on the path to remission. Sadly, everything changed on <strong>September 18th</strong> when a PET scan revealed the cancer had spread to her <strong>lymph nodes near the diaphragm and liver, lower spine, and left femur.</strong>
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div><strong>Brandise’s Journey</strong>
</div>
<div>This is Brandise’s <strong>second fight</strong> against breast cancer. Her first diagnosis came on <strong>December 10, 2020</strong>. After chemotherapy, medications, countless appointments, and a mastectomy, she finally rang the bell of victory. Throughout that journey, her strength and resilience were fueled by her incredible support system—her husband <strong>Brian</strong>, children <strong>Aurianna</strong> and <strong>James</strong>, and best friend <strong>Shannon</strong>.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div><strong>The Latest Update</strong>
</div>
<div>On <strong>October 16th, 2025</strong>, after what began as a routine appointment, Brandise learned her cancer had transformed from a common type (<strong>IDC ER+PR+HER2-</strong>) into <strong>Triple Negative Breast Cancer</strong>—a rare and aggressive form that is much harder to treat. Tests show that all FDA-approved drugs either failed to stop the cancer or caused it to grow faster.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Her new treatment plan includes <strong>high-dose oral chemotherapy</strong> to slow the spread, which may be gentler than traditional IV chemo. She’s also been referred to UC San Diego for a second opinion and possible clinical trials that could offer hope, but this will result in additional time off work as well as increased expenses due to the travel.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div><strong>Why We Need Your Help</strong>
</div>
<div>The emotional and financial toll is overwhelming. Brandise faces significant <strong>out-of-pocket expenses</strong> for treatment, travel, and living costs—on top of debt from her first battle.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div><strong>How You Can Help</strong>
</div>
<div><strong>Donate</strong>: Any amount helps and goes directly to Brandise’s medical care and family support.
</div>
<div><strong>Share</strong>: Please share this campaign widely. If you can’t donate, spreading the word is just as powerful.
</div>
<div><strong>Send Love</strong>: Your messages of hope and encouragement mean the world to her.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>We are determined to stand by Brandise every step of the way. With your help, we can ease her burden and give her the strength to keep fighting for herself and her children.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Thank you for your generosity, love, and support. <strong>Together, we can make a difference.</strong>
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div><strong>With deepest gratitude,</strong>
</div>
<div><strong>Heather </strong>
</div>

Cynthia Hansen

Anonymous

Robin Macy

James Deal

KRISTINA BOIAN

Mariko Williams

Valerie Feth

Joseph Taylor

Susan Knapp

Elizabeth Verkade

Angela Kirkpatrick

Sheila Hoyles

Stand with Brandise: Help Her Fight Cancer Again!

Stand with Brandise: Help Her Fight Cancer Again!

Still $17,929 to go. Help us build momentum.