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FLAW Foundation provides mentorship, education, and community support for cancer warriors, survivors, thrivers, and their families.
Fight Like A Warrior
FLAW Foundation, is a 501(c)(3), charitable organization, created to assist cancer patients with mentorship, education & advocacy.
FLAW's Thriver Gala 2026
2026 FLAW Thriver Gala: An Evening of Hope, Celebration & ImpactNovember 20, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
The Cannery | New Orleans, Louisiana
An Evening of Hope, Celebration & Impact
Join Fight Like a Warrior Foundation (FLAW) for an unforgettable evening dedicated to honoring the strength, resilience, and courage of individuals and families impacted by cancer.
The 2026 Thriver Gala will bring together survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, community leaders, advocates, and supporters for a night of inspiration, celebration, and purpose. Together, we will raise critical funds to ensure that no one faces cancer alone.
OUR MISSION
FLAW is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to fostering cancer awareness and education, providing financial resources, offering mentorship to survivors and their families, and actively contributing to research and advocacy efforts aimed at finding a cure.
Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.
How We Help
At FLAW Foundation, we support cancer warriors, survivors, thrivers, and their families through meaningful connection, education, and community.
Mentorship & Support
Awareness & Education
FLAW is committed to raising awareness about various types of cancer, their symptoms, prevention strategies, and the importance of early detection through educational campaigns and community outreach programs.
Community Engagement & Events
FLAW empowers communities to make a difference and give support.
Advocacy & Outreach
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Fight Like A Warrior Foundation
FLAW-501(3)(C) foundation created to assist cancer patients with mentorship/education & advocacy.
🌿 Take a moment for YOU. 🌿
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, in treatment, thriving beyond cancer, caring for a loved one, or simply looking to learn more about living well, we’d love for you to join us for an evening of connection, encouragement, and practical wellness.
💚 We’re excited to welcome Nurse April, founder of Natural Wellness with Nurse April, as our special guest! She’ll share natural wellness tips and practical ways to support your body, mind, and spirit during and beyond the cancer journey.
✨ Bring your questions! There will be time for Q&A following her presentation.
📅 Tuesday, August 5
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Rocky & Carlos
613 W. St. Bernard Hwy.
Chalmette, LA 70043
This event is FREE, and everyone is welcome—cancer warriors, survivors, caregivers, family members, and supporters.
Please RSVP, so we can plan accordingly.
💙 Together, we are building a community of Support • Community • Strength • Hope.
#FightLikeAWarrior #FLAWFoundation #CancerSupport #CancerSurvivorship #CancerThriver
❤️ FLAW Warrior Spotlight: Andrea Oates ❤️
For years, Andrea Oates knew something was wrong.
Not just “tired”—the kind of exhaustion that feels like an elephant sitting on your chest every single day. She searched for answers, visited doctor after doctor, and underwent countless tests, yet no one could explain why she felt like she was slowly fading.
A friend suggested B-12 injections, which helped… but only a little.
Deep down, Andrea knew something wasn’t right.
Then one day, she saw a Facebook ad for Happy Health & Wellness. The only problem? It was a three-hour round trip from home.
She almost didn’t go.
But that one decision changed everything.
The team at Happy Health & Wellness listened. They believed her when she said something was wrong and encouraged additional testing that ultimately led to the diagnosis that years of appointments had missed.
Andrea had thyroid cancer.
While hearing the word cancer was terrifying, it also brought answers.
She wasn’t lazy.
She wasn’t imagining things.
Her body had been trying to tell her something all along.
Today, after successful treatment, Andrea stood alongside the incredible team who helped start her journey to healing while her daughter held a sign that read:
“Thank you for saving my mommy.” ❤️
There aren’t enough words to describe a moment like that.
Andrea hopes her story encourages others to trust their instincts and advocate for themselves.
If you know something isn’t right, don’t stop searching for answers. Keep asking questions. Get another opinion if you need one. Sometimes one appointment, one conversation, or one leap of faith can change your life.
At FLAW, we are honored to celebrate warriors like Andrea, whose courage reminds us that hope, persistence, and self-advocacy truly save lives.
💙 Thank you, Andrea, for sharing your journey and inspiring others to keep fighting.
#FightLikeAWarrior #FLAWFoundation #WarriorSpotlight #AndreaOates #ThyroidCancer
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✨ 🌟 The countdown to an unforgettable evening begins now!✨
Join us for an unforgettable evening of hope, celebration, and impact at Fight Like A Warrior Foundation’s 2026 Thriver Gala: Lights of Hope. 🎗️✨
Together, we’ll celebrate cancer survivors, honor loved ones, and raise critical funds to expand FLAW’s cancer mentorship, education, advocacy, and awareness programs for individuals and families facing cancer.
🗓 Friday, November 20, 2026
📍 The Cannery | New Orleans
🎶 Live music by category 6.
🍽️ Delicious food
🥂 Premium open bar
🎁 Silent auction
🎟️ Raffle
💙 Inspiring stories of strength and resilience
🌟 Early Bird Pricing is available for a limited time!
🎟 Individual – $125
💑 Couple – $225
👥 Table of 8 – $1,000
Whether you’re a cancer survivor, caregiver, healthcare professional, community partner, or simply someone who believes in making a difference, we’d be honored to have you join us.
Every ticket purchased helps us continue providing hope, support, and resources to cancer warriors throughout our community.
🎫 Reserve your seats today:
www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/thriver-gala–2026
Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing, and inviting your family and friends. Together, we can make this our biggest gala yet. 💙✨
#TheThriverGala #LightsOfHope #FightLikeAWarrior #FLAWFoundation #CancerThriver FLAW'S Thriver Gala 2026: Lights of Hope
🎨🎗️ What an incredible evening at FLAW’s very first Paint Your Ribbon! 🎗️🎨
Our hearts are so full after spending the evening painting, laughing, sharing stories, and supporting one another. 💙
A huge thank you to local artist Sheila Phipps for leading such a meaningful and creative experience. Every ribbon painted was unique; just like every cancer journey, and it was beautiful to see everyone’s creativity come to life.
We were especially excited to welcome some new faces to our FLAW family! Whether you’re a survivor, thriver, caregiver, or supporter, we’re so glad you joined us. We hope this was just the first of many events you’ll share with us.
A very special thank you to Rocky & Carlos Restaurant for graciously hosting us and serving such a delicious dinner. The crab cakes, WOP salad, spaghetti & meatballs, and red beans & rice were absolutely amazing! 🍝
At FLAW, we believe healing happens in many ways—through friendship, creativity, conversation, and simply knowing you’re not alone. 💛
Thank you to everyone who came out and made our first Paint Your Ribbon such a success. We can’t wait to do it again!
📸 Be sure to tag yourself and your friends in the photos!
#FightLikeAWarrior #FLAWFoundation #PaintYourRibbon #CancerSupport #CancerThrivers
Reminder: 🎨Paint Your Ribbon of Hope & Overcoming 🎀
Join us tonight, July 9, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Rocky & Carlos in Chalmette for a special evening of creativity, connection, and inspiration!
We’re honored to welcome local artist Sheila Phipps, who will guide us through a unique “Paint Your Ribbon” experience. 🍽️ Dinner Will Be Served
We’re grateful to Rocky & Carlos for hosting us! Dinner will be provided and includes:
* 🦀 Crab Cakes
* 🥗 WOP Salad
* 🍝 Spaghetti & Meatballs
* 🫘 Red Beans & Rice
Food will be available as everyone arrives, so come hungry and enjoy an evening of great food, fellowship, creativity, and community.
Your ribbon can represent your story, someone you love, or a cause close to your heart—whether it’s Cancer Awareness, Domestic Violence Awareness, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), or another cause that has touched your life.
All painting supplies are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own. We also have aprons available, though we recommend wearing clothing you don’t mind getting a little paint on.
Everyone is welcome—no artistic experience required!
📍 Rocky & Carlos
📅 Tonight, Thursday, July 9
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
Let’s come together, share our stories, and create something beautiful—one ribbon at a time.
🎤 Missed out on tickets? We’ve got you covered! 🎤
We’re excited to raffle off 2 tickets to the SOLD OUT Usher & Chris Brown concert in New Orleans on November 20!
🎟️ $5 = 1 entry
🎟️ $20 = 5 entries
The winner will be drawn on November 1.
Every entry helps FLAW continue providing mentorship, education, advocacy, and outreach to cancer warriors and their families. Thank you for helping us make a difference while giving yourself a chance to win an amazing night out!
Enter here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/sold-out-show-win-2-tickets-to-see-usher-and-chris-brown 💙🎗️
Warrior Sponsors
Special thanks to our Title Sponsor, St. Bernard Parish Hospital by Ochsner!
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