Supporting Families Affected by Cancer

Susan’s Hope Foundation provides vital support to families facing cancer, offering financial relief, transportation assistance, and emotional support in honor of Susan Thorpe's legacy.

Hands are gently holding a pink ribbon, symbolizing awareness, on a textured pink fabric background.
Hands are gently holding a pink ribbon, symbolizing awareness, on a textured pink fabric background.
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About us

Susan’s Hope Foundation was created to honor the life, strength, and legacy of Susan Marie Thorpe of Worcester, MA — a loving mother, dedicated caregiver, and tireless fighter.

Susan was a survivor of skin cancer and bravely battled Polycythemia Rubra Vera for ten years until her passing on August 17, 2009. Despite her own health struggles, she lived with resilience and compassion, continuing to support others facing cancer — just as she had supported her own mother, who passed in 2000 from lung and stomach cancer.

Inspired by her strength, Susan became involved in Relay for Life, offering her time and heart to the cancer community. After her passing, The Susan Marie Thorpe Polycythemia Rubra Vera Cancer Foundation was created in her memory to continue that spirit of giving.

Years later, with the same mission in mind but a broader reach and renewed focus, the foundation was renamed Susan’s Hope Foundation — a name that reflects not just Susan’s story, but the hope we want to extend to every family impacted by cancer.

We exist to:

  • Support patients and caregivers affected by rare and chronic cancers

  • Offer emotional connection and practical resources

  • Honor Susan’s legacy by showing up for others the way she always did — with hope, love, and quiet strength

This foundation is not just about cancer. It’s about the kind of unbreakable hope that lives on when we carry the best parts of someone forward.

Gallery

A vibrant outdoor display features numerous bras hung on a wire fence against a scenic backdrop of rolling green hills and a striking blue sky with unique cloud formations. A pink sign reads 'Welcome to Bradrona' and encourages donations for breast cancer support. A small sculptural figure sits on the left.
A vibrant outdoor display features numerous bras hung on a wire fence against a scenic backdrop of rolling green hills and a striking blue sky with unique cloud formations. A pink sign reads 'Welcome to Bradrona' and encourages donations for breast cancer support. A small sculptural figure sits on the left.
A group of women wearing matching pink shirts with text on the back, participating in a run or charity event. They are seen from behind, running together on a sunny day with trees and buildings in the background.
A group of women wearing matching pink shirts with text on the back, participating in a run or charity event. They are seen from behind, running together on a sunny day with trees and buildings in the background.
A person wearing a pink shirt holds a pink ribbon, often associated with breast cancer awareness, between their fingers. The focus is on the hand and ribbon, highlighting the texture and color of the fabric.
A person wearing a pink shirt holds a pink ribbon, often associated with breast cancer awareness, between their fingers. The focus is on the hand and ribbon, highlighting the texture and color of the fabric.
Two people are smiling and posing together outdoors, wearing matching bright pink shirts and accessories, possibly participating in a charity event or walk. Both individuals appear happy and relaxed, and there are other participants and banners in the background, suggesting a lively and supportive atmosphere.
Two people are smiling and posing together outdoors, wearing matching bright pink shirts and accessories, possibly participating in a charity event or walk. Both individuals appear happy and relaxed, and there are other participants and banners in the background, suggesting a lively and supportive atmosphere.
A blackboard with pink chalk writing features the phrase 'Save the Tatas' accompanied by decorative elements like hearts and a ribbon symbol often associated with breast cancer awareness. The board is framed in white and surrounded by a few blurred flowers at the bottom.
A blackboard with pink chalk writing features the phrase 'Save the Tatas' accompanied by decorative elements like hearts and a ribbon symbol often associated with breast cancer awareness. The board is framed in white and surrounded by a few blurred flowers at the bottom.
a group of women in pink shirts standing in front of a pink inflatable
a group of women in pink shirts standing in front of a pink inflatable

Celebrating the journey of hope and support through images.

Our Location

Susan's Hope Foundation is dedicated to supporting families impacted by cancer through various forms of assistance and emotional support.

Address

1658 Main St Jefferson, MA 01522

Hours

9 AM - 5 PM

Support

Helping families navigate cancer with compassion and care.

Legacy

Hope

508-360-1611

info@susanshopefoundation.org

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Send Donations to:

1658 Main St Apt R

Jefferson, MA 01522