OCTOBER IS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Breast cancer death rates in the United States have dropped by 44% since 1989. Breast cancer awareness month has encouraged millions to take action, resulting in early detection and advancements in treatment that have saved more than half a million lives.
Lee's fight
LEE EVANS, CFO OF WHITE RHINO COFFEE
Raised by a single mother alongside her three sisters, Lee learned early the importance of women’s voices. She raised her daughter, as a single mother, to be a fierce, independent woman and instilled in her the importance of women’s health. Prior to her diagnosis, Lee was the captain of the Raising Cane’s team at the Race for the Cure after losing 2 dear friends to breast cancer. In 2014, Lee was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery and treatment. If not for her annual mammograms and the advances in mammography and breast imaging, her battle would have been far more challenging.
“My diagnosis paled in comparison to some of my family and friends who have fought bravely against this pervasive disease. Many have lost their battle, so it is my duty to champion the fight for a cure. Annual mammograms are the least we can do to ensure we catch this disease early and have a chance for a cure.”
OurCalling operates a Women’s Center that provides a safe place to serve women experiencing homelessness.
Dallas CASA provides support for young women in foster care and connects them with mentors who help them reach their full potential.
Our partners at Baylor Scott & White offer a wide array of healthcare services for women in all stages of life.
OCTOBER IS WOMEN'S SMALL BUSINESS MONTH
With an ever increasing portion of small businesses being led by women– White Rhino Coffee included– we are proud to highlight the many ways women are changing the way business is done in Dallas/Fort Worth. From our own leadership to the incredible women building businesses across Texas, we’re celebrating the ways women are reshaping and strengthening their communities every day.
Leading the charge
Our CEO, Sara Escamilla, grew up with four siblings. Translation: she learned early how to keep the peace, rally the team, and make her voice heard– all skills that serve the Rhino herd well today.