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About New Hattitude on Cancer

Founded on faith, love, and the belief that every warrior deserves to feel beautiful.

Yvonne Porter, Founder of New Hattitude on Cancer, Inc.
Founder's Story
Meet Yvonne Porter

From Curveball to Crown

New Hattitude on Cancer, Inc. was born from a personal experience with cancer — the kind of experience that changes you forever and calls you to action. Founder Yvonne Porter witnessed firsthand how cancer strips away not just health, but dignity and confidence.

She saw women going through treatment who had lost their hair, their sense of style, and sometimes their will to fight. Yvonne believed that with the right support, every woman could reclaim her beauty, her strength, and her crown.

So she founded New Hattitude on Cancer, Inc. — a Maryland-based nonprofit built on four pillars: health, beautification, spirituality, and community. The "Hattitude" concept was simple but powerful: a hat is not just a covering — it's a statement that you are still here, still standing, and still beautiful.

"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made."

— Psalm 139:14
What Is Hattitude?

More Than a Hat —
It's a Mindset

"Hattitude" is the attitude you wear when life deals you a curveball. It's the decision to show up — not just survive, but thrive. It's the courage to put on a beautiful hat, hold your head high, and declare that cancer does not define you.

When a warrior receives a New Hattitude hat, they receive much more than fabric and style. They receive a tangible reminder that someone sees them, loves them, and believes in their strength. That the community stands with them. That God has not forgotten them.

Every hat we give is paired with prayer, encouragement, and a full support system that walks alongside each warrior from diagnosis through survivorship.

"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil."

— Psalm 23:4
New Hattitude community
Who We Are

Our Mission & Values

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Our Mission

To uplift, encourage, and beautify cancer warriors and their families through health, beautification, spiritual support, and community connection.

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Our Vision

A world where no cancer warrior walks alone — where every survivor feels seen, celebrated, and supported from diagnosis through survivorship and beyond.

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Our Values

Faith, love, dignity, community, and the unshakeable belief that every person touched by cancer deserves to feel beautiful and whole.

The People Behind the Mission

Our Leadership Team

Dedicated leaders who give their time and expertise to serve cancer warriors.

Leading the Mission

Executive Leadership

Yvonne Porter

Yvonne Porter

Founder & Executive Director

The heart and vision behind New Hattitude on Cancer, Inc. Yvonne leads with faith, compassion, and a crown.

Guiding the Mission

Board of Advisors

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Advisor Name

Board of Advisors

Bringing expertise, passion, and purpose to guide the mission of New Hattitude on Cancer, Inc.

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Advisor Name

Board of Advisors

Bringing expertise, passion, and purpose to guide the mission of New Hattitude on Cancer, Inc.

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Advisor Name

Board of Advisors

Bringing expertise, passion, and purpose to guide the mission of New Hattitude on Cancer, Inc.

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Official Status

Incorporated & Established

🏛 Legal Status

New Hattitude on Cancer, Inc. is a legally incorporated nonprofit organization in the State of Maryland, operating as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

📋 Incorporation

Our Articles of Incorporation, Annual Reports, and official filings are maintained with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation.

💰 Tax-Deductible

All donations to New Hattitude on Cancer, Inc. are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Receipts are provided for all contributions.

📧 Contact

For questions about our nonprofit status or to request financial documents, contact us at yvonne@newhattitude.org

Be Part of the Movement

Whether you donate, volunteer, attend an event, or simply share our story —
you are helping us turn curveballs into crowns.

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