Season of Renewal: Supporting Cancer Warriors Through the Bowties & Arrows Gala

About this episode

Kayla Keenan reflects on the importance of supporting cancer warriors through the Bowties & Arrows Gala and encourages acts of kindness and community involvement.

Takeaways The Bowties & Arrows Gala is more than a fundraiser — it is a meaningful way to support cancer warriors through hope, compassion, and community. Small acts of service matter, and every volunteer hour or act of generosity can create lasting impact. This season of renewal is an opportunity to reflect on how you want to show up, give back, and encourage others. In part 3 of this INDY Foundation mini series, Kayla Keenan closes out the series with a heartfelt reflection on renewal, purpose, and the impact of supporting cancer warriors. She shares the deeper meaning behind the Bowties & Arrows Gala , INDY Foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year, and reminds listeners that cancer doesn’t wait, healing doesn’t wait, and hope shouldn’t wait either. This episode explores how generosity is not measured only in large gestures. Whether someone gives 30 minutes, several hours, or simply chooses to be more intentional with their time, every act of kindness can make a difference. Kayla invites listeners to think about how they want to show up in this season — not only for the gala, but in everyday life, in their communities, churches, and relationships. She also reflects…

People in this episode

Guest: Kayla Keenan

Topics covered

• cancer support
• community service
• fundraising
• renewal
• compassion
• volunteering

Keywords

• cancer warriors
• Bowties & Arrows Gala
• INDY Foundation
• community support
• acts of kindness
• renewal
• volunteering

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: INDY Foundation

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