Hope Scarves Founder, Lara MacGregor launched My Hopeful Life as an extension of Hope Scarves in 2020. This initiative, rooted in her personal story, started with her widely followed blog, My Hopeful Life. And now includes a film, podcast, speaking engagements and one day, a book. Living with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer has given Lara a unique perspective on facing uncertainty, grounding oneself in gratitude and embracing each day. Her vision & dedication to Hope Scarves is a powerful force for good in the world. Follow along with My Hopeful Life as she expands the way we cultivate hope.
Face of Hope, April 2014 – Jodi (Lawrenceville, NJ)
/0 Comments/in Faces of Hope /by admin1. How did you become connected with Hope Scarves? I met Lara at the C4YW conference in 2012 in New Orleans. My dear friend, a fellow survivor, met the ladies first and she was so excited she came over and said you have to meet them and fill out your story and send your scarves. […]
Face of Hope, March 2014 – Lara (Louisville, KY)
/4 Comments/in Faces of Hope /by admin1. How did you become connected with Hope Scarves? I am the founder of Hope Scarves. This idea grew from my personal experience when a friend of a friend sent me a box of scarves and a note of encouragement when I was facing breast cancer 6 years ago. Hope Scarves was my way of […]
Face of Hope, February 2014 – Sandra (Louisville, KY)
/2 Comments/in Faces of Hope /by admin1. How did you become connected with Hope Scarves? Two years ago I went to a fundraiser for Young Survivors Group at Norton. I met Lara’s dad and he was so inviting and shared his story about his daughter and Hope Scarves. I was intrigued by the idea of the scarves and thought the scarves were […]
Face of Hope, January 2014 – Esther (West Valley, NY)
/6 Comments/in Faces of Hope /by admin1. How did you become connected with Hope Scarves? My son’s teacher, Mary Lou Forster, donated to Hope Scarves in my name. I received a scarf in the mail. 2. If you donated a scarf please share what this experience meant to you or if you received a scarf and story please share how this impacted […]
Face of Hope, December 2013 – Jennifer (Louisville, KY)
/1 Comment/in Faces of Hope /by admin1. How did you become connected with Hope Scarves? I first read about Hope Scarves in a local publication, right after my diagnosis. Not long after, two different women I know requested that scarves be sent on my behalf. 2. How did receiving the scarf and story impact your healing journey? It was such a treat […]
Face of Hope, November 2013 – Kelley (Mattews, NC)
/0 Comments/in Faces of Hope /by admin1. How did you become connected with Hope Scarves? I have joked that I am the original “scarf wearer.” Five years after I went through treatment for breast cancer I heard about Lara McGregor through a mutual friend. After hearing that she was going through treatment while 7 months pregnant, I had to send her something. […]
Face of Hope, October 2013 – Sarah (Louisville, KY)
/5 Comments/in Faces of Hope /by admin1. How did you become connected with Hope Scarves? A friend invited me to their wonderful fundraiser last fall. I took along several scarves with my stories attached. 2. How did it feel to share your story and encouragement to others when you donated your scarves? It felt great! One thing I was determined to take […]
Face of Hope, September 2013 – Jody (Ottumwa, IA)
/0 Comments/in Faces of Hope /by admin1. How did you become connected with Hope Scarves? I was connected through Hope for Two, Lara was my mentor. I was diagnosed when I was 34 Weeks Pregnant with my second son. Which was similar to Lara’s situation as well. 2. How did receiving the scarf and story impact your healing journey? The story made […]