
Krista and Jessica: The Power of One-to-One
July 26, 2024
ABCD Mentors Krista and Jessica, both living with metastatic disease, share their stories and illustrate the profound impact ABCD has had on their lives in this video that debuted at ABCD’s 25th Anniversary Gala on June 15, 2024. Krista and Jessica attended the Gala and received a memorable standing ovation, as the video resonated deeply with everyone present, showcasing the strength, resilience, and hope that Krista and Jessica embody, and underscoring the vital support provided by ABCD.
Sadly, Krista passed away on July 20, 2024. A dedicated third grade teacher and strong in her faith, she was from Illinois and lived most of her life in Wisconsin with her husband and two boys. She trained to be an ABCD Mentor in March 2018 following her Stage 1 IDC diagnosis, and was diagnosed with Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer in 2020. Krista was matched with 19 people during her years of service with ABCD. We will always remember her as someone who compassionately provided hope and understanding to anyone she supported.