Zakela Mickens

In honor of

Zakela Mickens

To a remarkable advocate and caregiver—a sibling’s love turned into unwavering strength. You stood by your brother through every battle, and now, you are raising awareness and fighting for others. Your compassion, resilience, and dedication shine as a beacon of hope. Your impact is immeasurable! 💙

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Kasia Orzechowska

Honoree State

Florida

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In honor of

Zakela Mickens

To a remarkable advocate and caregiver—a sibling’s love turned into unwavering strength. You stood by your brother through every battle, and now, you are raising awareness and fighting for others. Your compassion, resilience, and dedication shine as a beacon of hope. Your impact is immeasurable! 💙

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Kasia Orzechowska

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More Time highlights what matters most to those impacted by colorectal cancer. Share a word that reflects the
time you wish for—your story will help inspire others. (e.g., More Family Time, More Adventure Time, More Mama Time).

**More Time on this Earth!**

“My wife Kirsten was diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer in April 2021, the same day I found out I was pregnant with our daughter after a year of infertility. Kirsten fought bravely for 2.5 years, passing just days before our daughter’s second birthday. Attending Call on Congress was a healing step for me, and now, as a Fight CRC Ambassador, I hope to bring awareness to colon cancer in the LGBTQ community and support caregivers, so no one feels alone.” – Jennifer, California

**More Family & Advocacy Time!**

After my 2nd routine colonoscopy, I was diagnosed with stage III rectal cancer, without a single symptom! If I had not had my screening, chances are I would not be NED today! I knew when my treatment was completed and I went from Fighter to Survivor, that I needed to advocate for policy change, new treatments and new trails. It terrifies me that so many of our younger generations are dying from CRC. We must do better, we need to do better. It’s not okay that Colorectal Cancer is the #2 leading cause of cancer deaths in the US. Together we can change this!” – Wendy, Florida

**More Eplor’in Time!**

“After treatments and a recurrence, I’m now on chemo and immunotherapy. As a Fight CRC Ambassador, I educate others, advocate for screenings, and push for better treatment options. I’m dedicated to making a difference and raising our voices for change.” – Amy, Michigan

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More Time highlights what matters most to those impacted by colorectal cancer. Share a word that reflects the time you wish for—your story will help inspire others. (e.g., More Family Time, More Adventure Time, More Mama Time).

More Bonding Time!

“I never imagined I’d champion a cause like this, but I feel it’s my purpose. I often think about how the roles could have been reversed, and that my big brother’s journey could have easily been given to me. My experience as his caregiver changed my life for the better, forever! I’m here in his honor to help others, advocate, support, and create awareness every day—because if I can save one life, I’ve saved an entire generation.” – Zakela, Florida

More Family Time!

“I’m fighting to increase research and awareness into the ever-growing number of early onset CRC diagnoses. Having been diagnosed with stage IV at 37, it was something that was not on my radar. With awareness, availability of screenings at a younger age, and early detection, my cancer may have been discovered at a lesser stage or while it was still a pre-cancerous polyp.” – Markham, Connecticut