One of the things that the Crescent City does best is putting on parades. They come in all types from the krewes’ long-planned street peregrinations during Carnival to spontaneous ones. Whereas “Crusader Parade: Celebrating Life,” put on by the Cancer Crusaders, was indoors, it still projected a decided joie de vivre.

At 17, while most teenagers were navigating high school hallways, Taysha Gibbs was preparing to serve her country by joining the military. For 27 years, it was her identity. But in 2020, Taysha faced a battle unlike any she had fought before. That year, as her husband Josh readied himself

“Stage 4 cancer, I know some people think that it’s the end of the world but it hasn’t been for me,” said Taysha, who has since started a foundation dedicated to supporting other cancer survivors. “It gave me a new purpose.” Find Out More Here

Our signature event The Cancer Crusaders Celebration of Life Luncheon honors those who have faced and have SURVIVED the difficult and frightening journey of fighting cancer and yet continue to give back to the community. These inspiring survivors share stories of their individual trials and triumphs. It is a very