Rachel's Gift™ products grew out of a heart-felt and
very personal commitment to make a positive difference
in the lives of those facing breast and ovarian cancer.
No one is untouched. In some way at some point in our
lives we are all impacted. Together and separately we
felt compelled to take action that would bring inspiration,
awareness and hope.
This joint venture evolved from the collective heart,
mind and soul of Deborah Pomeranz, MBA and Shendl Diamond,
MA. Together, Shendl and Deborah developed their vision
into Rachel's Gift -Dedicated to Making a Difference.
Deborah is a business development liaison for a non-profit
organization and the proud mom of ten-year-old Rachel,
the source of our name. She is passionate about increasing
the awareness of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.
Her journey has been a very personal one and in an effort
to connect with other people facing the risk of hereditary
breast and ovarian cancer, Deborah generously shares
her time and expertise.
Shendl is a certified life coach, artist and author.
She initially designed our "Live, Love, Play" t-shirt
with the hope of bringing inspiration and support to
a dear friend facing the challenges of a double mastectomy
and chemotherapy. It didn't hold the cure for cancer,
but it did make a loving and positive difference. Shendl's
shares a deep commitment to making difference in the
lives of those facing a variety of life challenges.
A significant part of our goal is to increase awareness
of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Increased awareness
saves lives and provides options. We are working to
increase awareness that will transcend race, gender
and generations. Our hope is to provide information
that will encourage individuals to make empowered health-care
choices.
Toward that end, proceeds from the sale of each t-shirt
will be donated to FORCE (Facing Our Risk of Cancer
Empowered). FORCE is a national nonprofit organization
dedicated to providing resources and improving the lives
of individuals and families affected by hereditary breast
and ovarian cancer. We appreciate your support. Thank
you.