You did it.

What a year it has been! Hurricanes, COVID, diagnoses, surgeries, and treatment were all a part of this year for many of us.

If you are reading this, then that means you are directly affected by pancreatic cancer, or you are one of our amazing supporters that believe in our cause.

We want to take a moment to recognize YOU.

Take a moment, right now, to pause. Take a deep, cleansing breath. YOU have made it through this year, and all of the trials and tribulations it brought. YOU are still here to fight another day. YOU are here to gather with loved ones this holiday, whatever that looks like for you. YOU are amazing, and we celebrate YOU! Give yourself a treat of some sort today - coffee with a friend, a food you love, an activity that brings you joy.

If there is someone that is not going to be here this year for the first time, we are sending extra love your way. It will be different, there is no getting around that. We are sending YOU our support - remember, you are a part of The Scott Eli Jackson Foundation family. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

The Scott Eli Jackson would like to recognize all of you for your resilience, community, and HOPE as we go through these challenging times together.

If you're new - welcome to the family. If you are not - welcome back.

Visit the SEJF

Hot Cocoa and Photos
with Santa!!
December 21 and 23

We are SO excited to let you know that Mr. Claus himself will be available for photos this Tuesday and Thursday at Park Island Brew!

Bring your kids down to Park Island Brew at 1688 Gentilly Blvd in New Orleans on Tuesday, December 21st or Thursday, December 23rd, between 4:00pm-6:30pm.

Get some sweet photos of your little ones with Santa. You can also enter to win a girl's Big Wheel car or a hoverboard!!

Shopping for HOPE!

Do you shop online with Amazon?

If you do, you can make a difference without spending an extra penny!!

When you shop through Smile with Amazon, they will DONATE 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases at no cost to you.

It’s a way that you can make a difference and support the Scott Eli Jackson Foundation without spending an extra cent!

Shop for HOPE!

Healthy Habits

Healthy eating is an important part of helping your body heal from harsh treatments. That can be hard during the holidays though!!

It's ok to treat yourself - life is about living! It's just about finding a balance. Here are a few tips from the Rogel Cancer Center in Michigan about Eating Healthy during the Holidays:

It's a HoliDAY, not a HoliSEASON
- No one can be perfect 100% of the time, so try to eat a healthy diet 90% of the time and allow for deviation 10% of the time. This will let you to celebrate special occasions without guilt.

Listen to your gut -- and your friends!
- The holidays are not just about the food, they are about the company, too. By focusing on conversation during the meal, you will ultimately eat more slowly, giving your body the ability to let you know when it is full before you get stuffed.

Have fun and help digestion
- Start a new tradition and add some activity to your holiday. Take a walk after the meal or better yet, get all your guests involved in a game of flag football, lively charades, or bowling. Not only will it burn some extra calories, but it will also help with digestion.

Add balance
- If it doesn't feel right to adjust your favorite recipes to decrease fat or calories, instead balance your decadent favorites with healthy sides. If mashed potatoes with gravy and stuffing are your favorite holiday dishes, match them up with baked sweet potatoes or a green salad with bright carrots and peppers instead of more calorically dense green bean or sweet potato casseroles.

Source: https://www.rogelcancercenter.org/living-with-cancer/nutrition/eating-healthy-during-holidays

There is still time to order your Scott Eli Jackson Foundation sweatshirts and tees!! Shipping will be done as quickly as possible. You will look amazing and be our advocate in the new year.

When you wear your SEJF gear, post online with the tag #kickpcstache so we can see how awesome you look!!

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Thank You

Your support this year - with the Purple Mustache Campaign, Giving Tuesday, and every day gifts - has been amazing!! THANK YOU to all of you that chose to give today to support our Foundation.

It's not too late! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference for the end of the year, please consider making a donation today. Every dollar makes a difference.

The Scott Eli Jackson Foundation relies heavily on donations from individuals and organizations who make generous donations throughout the year. No donation is too small! Please consider giving now, either on a one time or recurring basis! The Foundation thanks you for all of your support.

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