Our FPS Alumni is for those who have experienced the magic of respite!

We hope you’ll stay connected long after your Respite Experience as part of our Respite Reinforced program that provides support beyond the respite. Explore this page to discover ways to stay involved, including family events, volunteer opportunities, fundraising events, and more! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to our program team at program@takeabreakfromcancer.org—we’re here for you!

Some highlights from our most recent respite in October 2024, “The Woodloch’s Finest Forever Friends.”

Keep scrolling for additional videos from past respites!

There are many ways to stay engaged with FPS—whether from home, at our offices, or within your community. Discover how you can make a difference and bring respite to families facing cancer. Learn more about the opportunities to get involved and support our mission today!

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Look out for our Monthly Family Newsletter
You will get a monthly dose of FPS right in your inbox! Our newsletter includes engaging activities for your family, the newest updates and insightful information to enrich your post-respite. Check out the latest issue here.

Buy FPS Merchandise
We’re celebrating 25 years of making a difference, and now you can join in style! With a variety of colors and styles, there’s something for everyone. Whether it’s a Comfort Colors hoodie or a statement tee, your new favorite outfit is waiting. Click here to view all of our merchandise.

The best part? Every purchase supports our mission to create life-changing Respite Experiences for cancer patients and their loved ones.

Volunteer
Looking to give back to FPS? Become a volunteer and make an impact on other families facing cancer. There are many ways to volunteer with us, each offering unique opportunities that match different levels of time and talent. We work closely with every volunteer to find the best way for you to contribute that works within your schedule. Check out our volunteer page here.

FPS Family Events
Whether you’re forming a team for the For Pete’s Sake Walk! at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on April 27, 2025, or enjoying delicious breakfast at Pancakes for Pete, there are plenty of ways to connect with FPS and our community. Be sure to visit our events page to explore all the family-friendly events happening throughout the year. We can’t wait to see you there!

Host a Neighborhood Event
The sky is the limit! Host an athletic event, game night, happy hour, or anything you can think of to bring your friends and family together and share our mission! Every dollar you raise helps a family take a break from cancer. The power of fundraising is within you! Community events empower our advocates to share our mission and raise funds that provide transformative time for families facing cancer. We can provide you with the digital tools needed to jump-start your wildest virtual fundraising ideas.

Visit here to learn more.

Celebrate a Milestone Moment
Make your birthday, anniversary, or special event truly memorable by dedicating it to providing respite for families in need. Set a fundraising goal, share your story, and invite loved ones to join you in making a difference.

Visit here to create your donation page or Facebook fundraiser!