Have you ever had the feeling that your life experience was a turning point…something you just knew was going to impact many lives?

I did.

In February 2010, I was diagnosed with the rarest and most aggressive form of breast cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer. After a year of consecutive and intensive treatments followed by multiple surgeries – involving many trips back and forth to clinics and hospitals, I saw a need…

A big need!

My purpose in life became clear and a mission was born to help cancer patients with transportation and companionship.

My family, friends, other patients, the community, and the media agrees. The necessity is clear.

Now you are seeing it happen and Drivers For Survivors is growing!

My life is now full. I am a survivor with a purpose. This nonprofit is my passion, along with many other contributors.

I am driven to educate on Inflammatory Breast Cancer and recovery. The deeper goal is to touch on issues around care and compassion towards those who suffer from life threatening illnesses and gently guide them through my story on how to deal with mortality issues in a positive and productive way.

“I can’t change the world, but I can change my world one person at a time”

And so can you!

Side note: Recently a blogger did a wonderful write-up that explain how our program works in detail. Below is the link:

Drivers for Survivors Announces Expansion of its Volunteer Service Area in Alameda County, Calif.

Honors and Recognition

Excellence in Human Relations Commission

June 2015 – Alameda County Human Relations Commission: Aisha Wahab, Chair, Human Relations Commission – Richard Valle, Supervisor, District 2

Presented To Drivers for Survivors For Contributions Preserving Human Rights and Fostering Mutual Respect For All People Who Live and Work In Alameda County

California Legislature Assembly Resolution

December 2015 – Honorable Kansen Chu:

“Extraordinary cancer survivor and inspirational advocate for positive change, inspiring others through professional achievement, tireless support of cancer-related issues, and strong devotion to helping others”…. “Recognized and thanked for a lifetime of achievements and meritorious service to humanity, commends the laudable efforts of Drivers For Survivors, Inc., and conveys best wishes for indomitable efforts will continue for years ahead.”

Jefferson Award, June, 2015

KPIX Jefferson Award – Cancer Patients Get Free Rides to Treatment Appointments.

Global Women Power: Award of Excellence

March 2015 – Global Women Power

Alameda County Women’s Hall of Fame

On March 23, 2013, Sherry Higgs, was inducted into the Alameda County Women’s Hall of Fame. Ms. Higgs was honored in the Health category for her work in founding Drivers For Survivors. (To see pictures of the event, click here.)

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