Upcoming Events
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Colorado Springs Area
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of The Beauty of Fall. Autumn reminds us that change is ever-present but can also be a time of rest, preparation, and renewal. How can we relate that to the vagus nerve, which affects inflammation levels, digestion, blood pressure, and emotional responses? Let’s talk about it.
Colorado Springs area:
Date: Monday, October 19th
(Please register by Thursday, October 15th)
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: The Next Us
525 N. Cascade Ave. / Colorado Springs 80903
Survivors and guests are welcome. For questions or additional information, contact group facilitator Sherry Martin, LCSW: sherry@suesgift.org
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Denver Area
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of The Beauty of Fall. Autumn reminds us that change is ever-present but can also be a time of rest, preparation, and renewal. How can we relate that to the vagus nerve, which affects inflammation levels, digestion, blood pressure, and emotional responses? Let’s talk about it.
Denver area:
Date: Wednesday, October 21st
(Please register by Monday noon, October 19th)
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Texas Roadhouse
11205 S. Parker Rd. / Parker 80134
Survivors and guests are welcome. For questions or additional information, contact group facilitator Sherry Martin, LCSW: sherry@suesgift.org
Virtual Mentor Meeting
Our monthly mentor meetings are open to women who have completed training to become a Woman to Woman mentor to provide peer support to someone who is newly diagnosed or back in treatment.
Mentors meet via Zoom for networking, mutual support, and continuing education on various topics, including communication skills, boundary setting, community resources, self-care measures, coping strategies, and ways to support mentees.
Date: Monday, October 26, 2026
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
If you are one year post-treatment from gynecologic cancer and are interested, contact Sherry Martin, LCSW, Patient Services Director, at sherry@suesgift.org for more information or to schedule your orientation.
No Cancer November - Casino Night Fundraiser 2026
Hosted by Nunes Partners - benefiting Sue's Gift. This year’s No Cancer November Casino Night is going bigger, bolder, and a little more mysterious with our Lucky theme, perfectly timed for Friday the 13th.
Date: Friday, Nov. 13th 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: COS City Hub
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Colorado Springs Area
LUNCH ‘N LEARN SERIES
COLORADO SPRINGS AREA
The Next Us
525 N. Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs 80903
In our monthly Lunch ‘N Learn series, our goal is to promote well-being, personal growth, and resiliency by learning coping skills through the use of bibliotherapy (reading material) to help us get through tough times. Each month's discussion will focus on a unique Sue’s Gift website article (aka Blog). We hope you can join us for a complimentary lunch and stimulating discussion. Check back as additional details about this month’s meeting will be forthcoming.
Survivors and guests are welcome. For questions or additional information, contact group facilitator Sherry Martin, LCSW: sherry@suesgift.org
MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Denver Area
LUNCH ‘N LEARN SERIES
DENVER AREA
Texas Roadhouse
11205 S. Parker Rd.
Parker, CO 80134
In our monthly Lunch ‘N Learn series, our goal is to promote well-being, personal growth, and resiliency by learning coping skills through the use of bibliotherapy (reading material) to help us get through tough times. Each month's discussion will focus on a unique Sue’s Gift website article (aka Blog). We hope you can join us for a complimentary lunch and stimulating discussion. Check back as additional details about this month’s meeting will be forthcoming.
Survivors and guests are welcome. For questions or additional information, contact group facilitator Sherry Martin, LCSW: sherry@suesgift.org
MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Virtual Mentor Meeting
Our monthly mentor meetings are open to women who have completed training to become a Woman to Woman mentor to provide peer support to someone who is newly diagnosed or back in treatment.
Mentors meet via Zoom for networking, mutual support, and continuing education on various topics, including communication skills, boundary setting, community resources, self-care measures, coping strategies, and ways to support mentees.
Date: Monday, November 23, 2026
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
If you are one year post-treatment from gynecologic cancer and are interested, contact Sherry Martin, LCSW, Patient Services Director, at sherry@suesgift.org for more information or to schedule your orientation.
Holiday Box Assembly Day
It’s that special time of year again! Sue’s Gift is bringing back our cherished tradition of creating Holiday Boxes for those in Colorado who are facing gynecologic cancer - and we are inviting YOU to help make the magic happen.
We’re looking for volunteers to:
Donate small, thoughtful items (think: crafts, candles, baked holiday treats, pampering self care items)
Join our assembly team to help pack the boxes with care and compassion
Spread the word to friends and family who want to make a difference
Holiday Box Assembly Day
Date: December 11th, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: The Next Us: 525 N. Cascade Ave.
Every box is a reminder that these women are seen, supported, and not alone. With your help, we can deliver hope wrapped in kindness this holiday season.
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Colorado Springs Area
LUNCH ‘N LEARN SERIES
COLORADO SPRINGS AREA
The Next Us
525 N. Cascade Avenue
Colorado Springs 80903
In our monthly Lunch ‘N Learn series, our goal is to promote well-being, personal growth, and resiliency by learning coping skills through the use of bibliotherapy (reading material) to help us get through tough times. Each month's discussion will focus on a unique Sue’s Gift website article (aka Blog). We hope you can join us for a complimentary lunch and stimulating discussion. Check back as additional details about this month’s meeting will be forthcoming.
Survivors and guests are welcome. For questions or additional information, contact group facilitator Sherry Martin, LCSW: sherry@suesgift.org
MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Denver Area
LUNCH ‘N LEARN SERIES
DENVER AREA
Texas Roadhouse
11205 S. Parker Rd.
Parker, CO 80134
In our monthly Lunch ‘N Learn series, our goal is to promote well-being, personal growth, and resiliency by learning coping skills through the use of bibliotherapy (reading material) to help us get through tough times. Each month's discussion will focus on a unique Sue’s Gift website article (aka Blog). We hope you can join us for a complimentary lunch and stimulating discussion. Check back as additional details about this month’s meeting will be forthcoming.
Survivors and guests are welcome. For questions or additional information, contact group facilitator Sherry Martin, LCSW: sherry@suesgift.org
MORE DETAILS TO COME!
Virtual Mentor Meeting
Our monthly mentor meetings are open to women who have completed training to become a Woman to Woman mentor to provide peer support to someone who is newly diagnosed or back in treatment.
Mentors meet via Zoom for networking, mutual support, and continuing education on various topics, including communication skills, boundary setting, community resources, self-care measures, coping strategies, and ways to support mentees.
Date: Monday, September 28, 2026
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
If you are one year post-treatment from gynecologic cancer and are interested, contact Sherry Martin, LCSW, Patient Services Director, at sherry@suesgift.org for more information or to schedule your orientation.
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Denver Area
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of Climbing the Mountain. Life has hard moments or months—some seem never-ending; some overwhelming and unmanageable. What helped you get through those times, and what will help you going forward? Let’s talk about it.
Denver area:
Date: Wednesay, September 23rd
(Please register by Monday, noon September 21st)
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Texas Roadhouse
11205 S. Parker Rd. / Parker 80134
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Colorado Springs Area
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of Climbing the Mountain. Life has hard moments or months—some seem never-ending; some overwhelming and unmanageable. What helped you get through those times, and what will help you going forward? Let’s talk about it.
Colorado Springs area:
Date: Monday, September 21st
(Please register by Thursday, September 17th)
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: The Next Us
525 N. Cascade Ave. / Colorado Springs 80903
Be Ovary Aware 2025
Mark your calendars!
Our 18th Annual Be Ovary Aware 5K Run / 3K Walk will be on September 20, 2026 at America The Beautiful Park
Survivors use code VIP26 at registration!
11th Annual Tattooathon with Fallen Fallen Heroes Tattoo
Since 2016 Fallen Heroes Tattoo & Piercing has come together to create the Largest Tattoo-based Charity Event in the World — TATTOOATHON!
Registration for the 11th annual TATTOOATHON® will open on the 26th of August.
Date: Saturday, September, 19th 2026
Time: All Day
Location: Fallen Heroes Tattoo & Piercing
524 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Mentor Meeting (via Zoom)
Our monthly mentor meetings are open to women who have completed training to become a Woman to Woman mentor to provide peer support to someone who is newly diagnosed or back in treatment.
Mentors meet for networking, mutual support, and continuing education on various topics, including communication skills, boundary setting, community resources, self-care measures, coping strategies, and ways to support mentees.
Date: Monday, August 31. 2026
Time: 5:30 PM
If you are one year post-treatment from gynecologic cancer and are interested, contact Sherry Martin, LCSW, Patient Services Director, at sherry@suesgift.org for more information or to schedule your orientation.
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Denver Area
NEVER FORGET
(defining who you are)
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of Never Forget. A cancer diagnosis, death or divorce, employment change, or any life-changing event can alter one’s sense of self, making it difficult to maintain one’s self-esteem. Remember who you are, and that you are enough. Let’s talk about it.
Denver area:
Date: Wednesday, August 19th
(Please register by noon, August 17th)
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Texas Roadhouse
11205 S. Parker Rd. / Parker 80134
REGISTER HERE
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Colorado Springs Area
NEVER FORGET
(defining who you are)
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of Never Forget. A cancer diagnosis, death or divorce, employment change, or any life-changing event can alter one’s sense of self, making it difficult to maintain one’s self-esteem. Remember who you are, and that you are enough. Let’s talk about it.
Colorado Springs area:
Date: Monday, August 17th
(Please register by Thursday, August 13th)
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: The Next Us
525 N. Cascade Ave. / Colorado Springs 80903
REGISTER HERE
Sue's Gift at the Pioneer Rodeo
Come see Sue’s Gift at this year’s Pioneer Rodeo! We’ll have a booth throughout the event and would love for you to stop by and say hello.
• Be sure to use the promo code SUESGIFT at checkout when purchasing your tickets.
• Fifteen percent of every ticket purchased with our code will be donated directly to Sue’s Gift, helping us continue to support local families and our community.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE - use code SUESGIFT at checkout
Be Ovary Aware kickoff Party - 2026
Come connect with fellow supporters, celebrate the start of this year's event, and be there as we announce the winner of our T-shirt Design Contest!
Date: Wednesday, July 29th 2026
Time: 6PM - 8PM
Location: Peaks N Pines Brewing
4005 Tutt Blvd, Colo. Spgs. 80922
RSVP HERE
Below the Belt Bar Crawl
Join Us for the Below the Belt Bar Crawl!
Get ready for a fun-filled day, camaraderie, and giving back at the Below the Belt Bar Crawl, benefiting Sue’s Gift. This exciting event brings people together to support a meaningful cause while enjoying great company, local establishments, and a memorable day out. Proceeds from the event will help Sue’s Gift continue its mission of providing support and resources to individuals and families facing cancer.
Date: Sunday, July 26th
Time: 11am - 4pm
Location: Downtown Colorado Springs - Colorado Craft, Phantom Canyon, Red Gravy, Counterfeit Cowboy
Sherry Martin Relocation Celebration
You are invited to join us as we celebrate the wonderful Sherry Martin!
After many years in beautiful Colorado, Sherry has decided to relocate to Oklahoma. While she may no longer be with us in person, we are pleased to share that she will continue serving as our Patient Services Director.
We’ll be celebrating Sherry at two special events:
DENVER: Wednesday, July 22nd. Following our Parker Lunch ‘N Learn.
COLORADO SPRINGS: Thursday, July 23rd, at The Next Us (525 N. Cascade Ave.) 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
This is not goodbye—it’s simply “see you later.” We hope you’ll join us at whichever celebration is most convenient as we recognize Sherry, thank her for her years of dedication, and wish her all the best on this exciting new chapter.
July Caregivers’ Collective
Take a break from the challenges of caregiving and join us for our July Caregivers Collective. This peer-led support group offers a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the journey firsthand. Enjoy warm conversation, have a relaxing drink, and share a meaningful moment beyond the diagnosis. This is a space to breathe, connect, and feel supported. We look forward to spending time with you.
Date: Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Wackadoo Brewing
Sherry Martin Relocation Celebration (Following our Parker Lunch ‘N Learn)
You are invited to join us as we celebrate the wonderful Sherry Martin!
After many years in beautiful Colorado, Sherry has decided to relocate to Oklahoma. While she may no longer be with us in person, we are pleased to share that she will continue serving as our Patient Services Director.
We’ll be celebrating Sherry at two special events:
DENVER: Wednesday, July 22nd. Following our Parker Lunch ‘N Learn.
COLORADO SPRINGS: Thursday, July 23rd, at The Next Us (525 N. Cascade Ave.) 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
This is not goodbye—it’s simply “see you later.” We hope you’ll join us at whichever celebration is most convenient as we recognize Sherry, thank her for her years of dedication, and wish her all the best on this exciting new chapter.
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Denver Area
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of Beginning Again. How do we begin again when we’re carrying anger, hurt, disappointment, or fear? How do we decide what to take with us and what to leave behind? Let’s talk about it.
Denver area:
Date: Wednesday, July 22th
(Please register by noon, July 20th
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Texas Roadhouse
11205 S. Parker Rd. / Parker 80134
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Colorado Springs Area
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of Beginning Again. How do we begin again when we’re carrying anger, hurt, disappointment, or fear? How do we decide what to take with us and what to leave behind? Let’s talk about it.
Colorado Springs area:
Date: Monday, July 20th
(Please register by Thursday, July 16th
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: The Next Us
525 N. Cascade Ave. / Colorado Springs 80903
Goat Patch Bleating Heart Night
Every pint you purchase between 5PM - 9PM will result in a $1 donation to Sue’s Gift!
Date: Tuesday, July 14th, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Goat Patch Brewing
2727 N Cascade Ave #123, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
SEE YOU THERE!
Mentor-Meeting (via Zoom)
Our monthly mentor meetings are open to women who have completed training to become a Woman to Woman mentor to provide peer support to someone who is newly diagnosed or back in treatment.
Mentors meet for networking, mutual support, and continuing education on various topics, including communication skills, boundary setting, community resources, self-care measures, coping strategies, and ways to support mentees.
Date: Monday, June 29, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM
If you are one year post-treatment from gynecologic cancer and are interested, contact Sherry Martin, LCSW, Patient Services Director, at sherry@suesgift.org for more information or to schedule your orientation.
Tommy's Express – Give Back Wash Days (Copy)
Support Sue's Gift with a clean car!
On June 26 and 27, Tommy's Express will donate $1 for every car washed to Sue's Gift. Get a clean car while supporting your local nonprofit!
Tommy's Express – Give Back Wash Days
Support Sue's Gift with a clean car!
On June 26 and 27, Tommy's Express will donate $1 for every car washed to Sue's Gift. Get a clean car while supporting your local nonprofit!
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Denver Area
MANTRAS
(using self-talk effectively)
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of Mantras. We know that others’ words can be hurtful or make us feel special. Our own words can make us feel helpless or hopeful. What words can you use when you feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed, or angry? Let’s talk about it.
Denver area:
Date: Denver area: Wednesday, June 24th
Time: 12:00 PM
(Please register by Monday noon, June 22nd)
Location: Texas Roadhouse
11205 S Parker Rd. / Parker 80134
REGISTER HERE
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Colorado Springs Area
MANTRAS
(using self-talk effectively)
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of Mantras. We know that others’ words can be hurtful or make us feel special. Our own words can make us feel helpless or hopeful. What words can you use when you feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed, or angry? Let’s talk about it.
Colorado Springs area:
Date: Monday, June 22nd
(Please register by Thursday, June 18th)
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: The Next Us
525 N. Cascade Ave. / Colorado Springs 80903
REGISTER HERE
June Caregivers’ Collective
Take a break from the challenges of Caregiving, enjoy conversation, have a drink, and share a moment with others beyond the diagnosis.
Join us at Jak’s Brewing for our June Caregivers’ Collective Meetup
Date: Wednesday, June 17th, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Jak’s Brewing
6th Annual TEAL Tee-Off Charity Golf Tournament
Save The Date!
Enjoy a VIP golf experience while supporting Sue’s Gift and women facing gynecologic cancer. Breakfast, lunch, awards, raffles, and a great cause—sign up now!
Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
Time: Shotgun start at 8am. Course opens at 7am for warm up.
Location: Cheyenne Shadows Golf Club
Colorado Springs CO 80913
Mentor Meeting (via Zoom)
Our monthly mentor meetings are open to women who have completed training to become a Woman to Woman mentor to provide peer support to someone who is newly diagnosed or back in treatment.
Mentors meet for networking, mutual support, and continuing education on various topics, including communication skills, boundary setting, community resources, self-care measures, coping strategies, and ways to support mentees.
Date: Monday, June 1, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM
If you are one year post-treatment from gynecologic cancer and are interested, contact Sherry Martin, LCSW, Patient Services Director, at sherry@suesgift.org for more information or to schedule your orientation.
2nd Annual Toss for a Cause Cornhole Tournament
Get ready for some fun at the 2nd Annual Toss for a Cause Cornhole Tournament! Join us at Diamond Hail And Dent on May 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM (MDT). It’s a great chance to hang out, toss some bags, and support Sue’s Gift. Whether you’re a pro or just in it for laughs, this event’s all about good times and giving back. Don’t miss out!
Date: May 30th, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Diamond Hail And Dent
6314 E Platte Ave. Colorado Springs
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Denver Area
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of The Definition. Sometimes we lose a sense of ourselves, letting a medical diagnosis, employment, marital status, family dynamics, or others’ opinions define who we are. Let’s talk about finding ourselves, who we are now, and who we want to be.
Denver Area:
Date: Wednesday, May 20th 2026
(Please register by Monday, May 18th)
Time: 12:00PM
Location: Texas Roadhouse
11205 S Parker Rd. / Parker 80134
Lunch ‘N Learn Series – Colorado Springs Area
Join us for a complimentary lunch and discussion of The Definition. Sometimes we lose a sense of ourselves, letting a medical diagnosis, employment, marital status, family dynamics, or others’ opinions define who we are. Let’s talk about finding ourselves, who we are now, and who we want to be.
Colorado Springs Area:
Date: Monday, May 18th 2026
(Please register by Thursday, May 14th)
Time: 12:00PM
Location: The Next Us
525 N. Cascade Ave / Colorado Springs 80903
Virtual Mentor Meeting
Our monthly mentor meetings are open to women who have completed training to become a Woman to Woman mentor to provide peer support to someone who is newly diagnosed or back in treatment.
Mentors meet via Zoom for networking, mutual support, and continuing education on various topics, including communication skills, boundary setting, community resources, self-care measures, coping strategies, and ways to support mentees.
Date: Monday, April 27, 2026
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
If you are one year post-treatment from gynecologic cancer and are interested, contact Sherry Martin, LCSW, Patient Services Director, at sherry@suesgift.org for more information or to schedule your orientation.
Teal Good Bag Assembly
Make an impact and have some fun with Sue's Gift! We are assembling the TEAL Good Bags (chemo support bags).
If you would like to help us procure items for these bags, please use this list as your guide. Items do NOT need to be purchased from Amazon and we are not brand specific. Please bring items with you on the 23rd, or have them shipped/dropped off at The Next Us - Attn: Sue's Gift!
Thank you for your help!
Date: Thursday, April 23rd
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: The Next Us - 525 N Cascade Ave.