Friendship in the Face of Breast Cancer
Thu Feb 05 2026
Dorothy is joined by Ronnie Haggerty, a board member of The Rose, who recounts her personal story of rallying together with friends years ago when a close friend was diagnosed with breast cancer. She describes the important role friends can play during this time; a role no other person can fill. This was also the first time she encountered seeing the different ways The Rose helps women.
Known for her deep understanding of philanthropy and the regulations governing 501(c)3 organizations, Ronnie has spent her career helping nonprofits grow and become sustainable. If you’ve ever thought about starting a nonprofit, Ronnie has some sage advice that may surprise you. The nonprofit sector brings its own kind of challenges, yet they fill the gap in providing resources and services to the community.
Please consider sharing this episode, or making a donation at therose.org so more women receive breast cancer screening and care.
Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts.
Key Questions Answered
1.) How can nonprofits operate effectively?
2.) What are key things to consider when determining whether to start a nonprofit?
3.) What are some of the significant challenges uninsured women face in terms of accessing healthcare and what can nonprofits do to help?
Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Nonprofits and Best Business Practices
09:33 Advice for Starting a Nonprofit
26:16 Challenges Faced by Uninsured Women
28:40 The Role of The Rose in Providing Healthcare Access
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Dorothy is joined by Ronnie Haggerty, a board member of The Rose, who recounts her personal story of rallying together with friends years ago when a close friend was diagnosed with breast cancer. She describes the important role friends can play during this time; a role no other person can fill. This was also the first time she encountered seeing the different ways The Rose helps women. Known for her deep understanding of philanthropy and the regulations governing 501(c)3 organizations, Ronnie has spent her career helping nonprofits grow and become sustainable. If you’ve ever thought about starting a nonprofit, Ronnie has some sage advice that may surprise you. The nonprofit sector brings its own kind of challenges, yet they fill the gap in providing resources and services to the community. Please consider sharing this episode, or making a donation at therose.org so more women receive breast cancer screening and care. Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts. Key Questions Answered 1.) How can nonprofits operate effectively? 2.) What are key things to consider when determining whether to start a nonprofit? 3.) What are some of the significant challenges uninsured women face in terms of accessing healthcare and what can nonprofits do to help? Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Nonprofits and Best Business Practices 09:33 Advice for Starting a Nonprofit 26:16 Challenges Faced by Uninsured Women 28:40 The Role of The Rose in Providing Healthcare Access See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.