TGIN Foundation Addresses Breast Cancer Disparities for Women of Color

TGIN Foundation's Mission

• 💡 TGIN (Thank God It's Natural) was founded in 2009 by Christia Donaldson, initially as a textured hair care manufacturer.
• 🎯 The TGIN Foundation was established by Christia after her breast cancer diagnosis in 2017 to address equity gaps in breast cancer treatment.
• 🤝 The foundation is dedicated to educating Black women in Chicago about breast cancer diagnosis and providing necessary resources.

Addressing Disparities in Breast Cancer Care

• ⚠️ Black women are 41% more likely to die from breast cancer than white women, largely due to a lack of access to quality treatment.
• 🔍 TGIN uses its brand as a bridge to discuss breast cancer, providing information and resources at events like Sister Strut.
• 🧩 They offer educational materials, including prosthetics to help women understand what to look and feel for.

Early Detection and Awareness

• 📈 Breast cancer is the most common diagnosis for American women, with nearly 320,000 expected diagnoses this year.
• ⚠️ Christia Donaldson was diagnosed at 36 years old, highlighting that breast cancer can affect women younger than the recommended mammogram age of 40 in the US.
• 🗣️ It can be challenging to initiate conversations about breast cancer, especially with those who may be hesitant.

Community Engagement and Fundraising

• 💖 The TGIN Foundation hosts its eighth annual Cocktails for the Cure gala to raise money and awareness.
• 🎉 This event, started by Christia, aims to bring women together to celebrate survival and resilience.
• 🤝 The foundation emphasizes supporting survivors, thrivers, and their care teams, recognizing the importance of a strong support system.

TGIN's Commitment to Natural Products

• 🌿 As CEO, Aerys Singleton focuses on continuous innovation and listening to consumer needs for natural hair care products.
• 💬 The message from Dr. Piper is that no one has to fight breast cancer alone; the TGIN Foundation stands with those affected.