Ears To You

Providing a moment of #joyandhope to cancer patients (kids to adults) thru donations of earrings, hats, headscarves, inspirational books, & scholarships 🎗💕

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I was waiting at baggage claim last night after an amazing vacation when I looked up and saw a familiar face, Khadar Soussou! 😊

For the past two years, we've had the pleasure of working with Khadar as we host our annual Green & Gold Gala at The Encore in Strongsville. He has been supportive, professional, accommodating, and generous every step of the way.

If you have an event coming up or are looking for a great place to enjoy a meal, I highly recommend working with Khadar and his team at any of their three locations. They truly know how to take care of people and make every experience special.

Thank you, Khadar, for all you do for Ears To You and our mission! 💚💛 #joyandhope

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We are excited to announce the winners of our 2026 Ears To You Scholarships!🎓

We have awarded 14 students a total of $36,000 to assist with their higher education expenses!

This is a record for us, the most we have ever awarded, thanks to your generosity!

The winners are: Mia Uruchima, Dylan Fink, Molly Moore, Lukas Graber, Abigail Fry, Charles Vatolin, Lauren Yee, Grant Blake, Lucas Gerding, Julianne Nagle, Vedant Natarajan, Luke Miller, Demetri Matheou and Jack Colbert. Congratulations to our winners and May God bless you and your families with continued good health! 🫶🙌

Spreading #joyandhope is our mission and we are thankful to have you on board to help! xoxo

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Our final 2026 Honored Cancer Survivor story 💜

Today we’re highlighting Meghan!

Meghan has a quiet but incredibly strong fighting spirit and is such a joy to be around. Her kindness, resilience, and steady strength shine through in such a beautiful way.

Even through difficult moments, she continues to move forward with grace and positivity, inspiring those around her more than she probably even realizes.

We are so honored to celebrate Meghan and her journey.

Take a moment to watch her story 🤍 #joyandhope

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Continuing our 2026 Honored Cancer Survivor stories 💜

Today we’re highlighting Jaime! 🫶

Jaime is a true fighter with such a kind soul. She carries herself with strength and grace, and her compassion for others shines through in everything she does.

Her resilience is inspiring, and even through the challenges she’s faced, she continues to show up with courage and heart. She is a beautiful example of what it means to keep going and lift others up along the way.

We are so honored to celebrate Jaime and her journey.

Take a moment to watch her story 🤍 #joyandhope

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Resuming our 2026 Honored Cancer Survivor stories 💜

Today we’re highlighting Mary Jo!

Mary Jo is a brave and strong woman who has battled cancer on and off for years, yet continues to face it all with positivity and hope.🫶

Her resilience is incredible, and her ability to keep moving forward with such strength and grace is truly inspiring. She brings encouragement to those around her and is a beautiful reminder of what it means to persevere.

We are so honored to celebrate her and her journey.

Take a moment to watch Mary Jo’s story 🤍 #joyandhope

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💜 Last chance…

The Ears To You Scholarship application is due THIS Friday, May 1st.

Because of your generosity, there are scholarships available for students whose lives have been impacted by cancer and we don’t want anyone to miss this opportunity.

If you or someone you know qualifies, please take a few minutes to apply. Or share this with someone who should.

This is what it’s all about… turning moments of support into something that truly makes a difference.

Apply here:
https://t.co/S2Na8meB1l #joyandhope

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🚨 Final Call! Scholarship Deadline is THIS Friday, May 1st 🚨

If you or someone you know has been impacted by cancer, we don’t want you to miss this opportunity 💜

🎓 Ears To You Scholarships are open to students who:
• Have been affected by cancer personally or through an immediate family member living with them
• Are a high school senior or current college/trade school student (anywhere in the U.S.)
• Plan to attend a 2- or 4-year college or trade school this fall
• Have a minimum 2.5 GPA

A completed application and transcript(s) are required.

This is why we do what we do: turning generosity into real support for students who need it most.

🗓 Deadline: May 1
Apply here:
https://t.co/S2Na8meB1l

Please help us spread the word! 🤍 #joyandhope

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Day 4 of sharing our 2026 Honored Cancer Survivor stories 💜

Today we’re highlighting Linda!

Linda is fun, positive, and has such a great outlook on life. Her energy is uplifting, and she has a way of bringing light and encouragement to those around her.

Her strength, resilience, and ability to keep moving forward with such a positive spirit are truly inspiring. We are so honored to celebrate her and her journey.

Take a moment to watch Linda’s story 🤍 #joyandhope

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🚨 Scholarship Deadline Reminder 🚨

Time is running out!

Our Ears To You College Scholarship application is due May 1st, and we don’t want any deserving student to miss this opportunity 💜

If you or someone you know has been affected by cancer- either personally or through an immediate family member who lives with you - and is heading to or already in college or trade school, please take a few minutes to apply.

This is exactly why we do what we do… to turn moments of generosity into real impact for students who need it most.

Apply here:
https://t.co/S2Na8meB1l

And please help us spread the word 🤍 For those who have received a scholarship from ETY previously, please feel free to apply again! #joyandhope

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Day 3 of sharing our 2026 Honored Cancer Survivor stories 💜

Today we’re highlighting Johnny!

Johnny is a chef with an upbeat personality and a true fighting spirit. His positive attitude is contagious, and he brings so much energy and passion into everything he does.

He has a way of finding the light even in difficult moments, and his strength and resilience are incredibly inspiring. We are so proud to honor him and celebrate his journey.

Take a moment to watch Johnny’s story 🤍

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Day 2 of sharing our 2026 Honored Cancer Survivor stories 💜

Today we’re highlighting Melissa!

Melissa is a teacher who shared a funny story about one of her young students that had everyone smiling. Her joy, hope, and perseverance truly shine through in everything she does.

She has such a warm spirit, a genuine love for others, and a strength that is both inspiring and uplifting. We are so honored to celebrate her and her journey.

Take a moment to watch Melissa’s story 🤍

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Today we begin sharing the stories of our 2026 Honored Cancer Survivors 💜

First up is Penny: an incredible 8-year-old who lights up every room with her bright smile and joyful, upbeat personality.

Her spirit is truly something special, and we are so proud to honor her.

Take a moment to watch Penny’s story and see just how much light she brings into the world ✨

**Reminder: The 2026 Scholarship Application is due May 1st! Click here for information and to apply: https://t.co/S2Na8meB1l

#joyandhope

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What if the way you think could change everything? 💜

At the Ears To You Gala, Founder & Executive Director Ruth Crane talked about mindset and how powerful it can be, especially in the middle of life’s hardest moments.

We hear the stories from the cancer patients we serve. Strength, perspective, and the choice to keep going.

Here’s a clip from the night 🤍 Help us spread #joyandhope !

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Let’s go Zips!! @ZipsMBB @AkronZips #jerseythebernedoodle 🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘

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Because of you… 💜

At the Green & Gold Gala, our community came together and raised an incredible $34,520 in the Dessert Auction, all to support scholarships for students impacted by cancer.

Now we have the honor of giving those funds back to students whose lives have been shaped by this journey. 🫶

🎓 If you (or someone you know):
-is/will soon be a high school graduate who is in OR heading to college or trade school this fall
-has been affected by cancer personally OR through an immediate family member that you live with...
We would love for you to apply!🙌

🗓 Deadline: May 1

Learn more and apply here:
https://t.co/S2Na8meB1l

Shown here is Demetri, who is an Honored Survivor Alumni attending The University of Notre Dame and is thriving! He received an ETY scholarship last spring.

Please help us share this so it reaches the students who need it most. This is exactly why we do what we do. 💜 #joyandhope

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My heart is still so full after last week’s Green & Gold Gala. 💚💛 Thank you to everyone who joined us for such a beautiful evening.

Together we celebrated eight incredible Honored Cancer Survivors, filled the room with so much joy and hope, and truly reflected the heart of Ears To You’s mission.

One of the most special moments of the night was our Dessert Auction, which raised an amazing $34,520 to fund scholarships for students affected by cancer. What a powerful way to turn something sweet into real impact!

📸 The Gala Photo Gallery is now ready!
Relive the fun and see all the wonderful moments from the evening, thanks to Markus Photography:
https://t.co/x5sjB0iNZq

🎓 Do you know a student who has been affected by cancer personally or through an immediate family member? Please encourage them to apply for our college scholarship program (due May 1).
https://t.co/S2Na8meB1l

If you’d still like to support the mission of Ears To You, you can also make a gift here:
https://t.co/m1rnOPKnCA

Thank you again for helping us create such a special night and for continuing to spread joy and hope to cancer patients. 💜

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What a beautiful way to start the Ears To You Gala this past Saturday! 💚💛

Before the evening officially began, our wonderful MC, @TracyMcCool from @fox8news, took a few minutes to talk with me about the mission of Ears To You and the incredible cancer survivors we were there to celebrate.

It was the perfect way to kick off a night filled with hope, joy, and so much generosity. I’m so grateful to everyone who came out to support our Honored Cancer Survivors and the work we do together.

Here’s the interview from the start of the evening! https://t.co/fbsJujA1MF
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Thank you and God bless you is the first thing I want to say to everyone to supported the Ears To You Green & Gold Gala! It is truly with His guidance and blessing that this incredible event takes place every year...and every year we surpass our guest count and fundraising goal! 💚

We raised $34,520 for the Dessert Auction ALONE! WOWZA! So many more deserving college and trade school students will benefit from YOUR generosity!

Sharing just the few pics that I have from the night and we will get more soon from our amazing photographer Markus. 📸

The love and celebration in the room for our 8 inspiring Honored Cancer Survivors was palpable and emotional! So fun to see family and friends get pumped for their peeps! 🙌

Remember that scripture tells us in Proverbs 18:21: “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” Words don’t just describe your reality: they shape it. Speak it out like God has already answered it! #joyandhope

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Ran into a few of our 2026 Honored Cancer Survivors at @SalonRootz getting the royal treatment! 🫶

Can't wait to see you all at the Green & Gold Gala tonight! 💚💛

#joyandhope