Cancer is a workplace issue. With 1 in 2 people facing a diagnosis in their lifetime, your team is likely already navigating the emotional and financial toll of the disease—whether as patients, survivors, or caregivers.
At Gilda’s Club Wisconsin, our mission is simple: no one should face cancer alone. We provide free, evidence-based emotional and social support that strengthens communities, improves well-being, and helps organizations better care for their people.
Today, Gilda’s Club Wisconsin serves individuals and families across 36 counties statewide, offering compassionate care at no cost to those who need it most.
Why Support Matters to Employers
Cancer doesn’t just affect health; it impacts attendance, productivity, retention, and morale. Our programs are designed to meet employees where they are, helping them navigate the mental and social challenges that a clinical diagnosis cannot address alone.
In 2025, the need for our services reached record highs:
- 1,300+ Participants: A 21% increase over 2024.
- 8,205 Program Visits: A 10% increase in community engagement.
- 806 Educational, Healthy Living & Social Activity Sessions: Empowering participants with the tools and knowledge to manage life during and after a diagnosis.
- 462 Support Group Sessions: Facilitated by professionals to build resilience.
Strategic Benefits Across Industries
A partnership with Gilda’s Club Wisconsin isn’t just a donation—it’s a strategic alignment that provides unique value to your specific sector.
Payers: We fill critical care gaps at no cost to insurers, reducing ER visits and lowering long-term healthcare utilization through better stress management.
Providers (including Clinics, Hospitals & Imaging Centers): We improve patient outcomes without adding strain to your staff. Patients with strong psychosocial support miss fewer appointments and report higher satisfaction. In addition, we:
- Increase patient engagement and communication
- Support care metrics and community benefit requirements
Retention: Support increases employee presence and performance while reducing burnout and turnover among employees in treatment or caregiving roles.
EAP Enhancement: We complement existing Employee Assistance Programs by offering long-term, cancer-specific support that traditional session-limited plans can’t match.
Supporting Gilda’s Club shows clients you care about their family’s legacy and stability, not just their portfolio.
- Cancer is a major financial shock for families
- Support builds long-term trust and loyalty
- Aligns with holistic financial wellness conversations
Treatment Adherence: Research shows that emotional support improves trust, outcomes, and helps patients stay committed to complex treatment plans. We support the “whole person” throughout the entire continuum of care.
Authentic Alignment: Demonstrate that your brand supports wellness in the hardest moments, not just when people are healthy.
- Natural alignment with survivorship, prevention, and quality of life
- Access to a values-driven audience
- Authentic storytelling and community engagement opportunities
Your Partnership Makes This Possible
Every service at Gilda’s Club Wisconsin is offered completely free of charge. This is made possible through the generosity of corporate partners, donors, grantors, individual donors, and sponsors who believe in stronger communities and healthier workplaces.
By partnering with us, your organization:
- Supports families during life’s most vulnerable moments.
- Bolsters morale, retention, and well-being.
- Demonstrates authentic community leadership.
- Ensures no one in Wisconsin faces cancer alone.
Let’s Keep the Conversation Going
If you’re already connected to Gilda’s Club Wisconsin or are just discovering our work, we’d love to talk about ways to engage, partner, and support your team and community. Reach out to Taylor Retondo, Director of Events, by emailing Taylor@gildasclubwi.org or calling 608-828-8878.