Our Impact
33% of Cancer is preventable by being active and good nutrition
100% People who have improved their health statistics through our Optimal Living Programs
296 New referrals to our optimal living program in 2024.
Mission
To elevate the mind, body, and spirit of patients, survivors, and caregivers throughout the cancer journey.
Key Services Provided
Above + Beyond Cancer offers over 20 weekly mind, body and spirit programs (yoga, Reiki, cycling, Cancer Education Series and more) that help cancer survivors and caregivers find their wellpower. We also offer a Hotel Program for survivors traveling to receive medical treatment.
Key Audiences Served
We serve all survivors who have been diagnosed with cancer, no matter what kind of cancer, or where they are in their cancer journey. Our programs also extend to caregivers who help and support cancer survivors.
Ways to give
Give through our website - aboveandbeyondcancer.org
Attend our Celebrate! event on Thursday, November 13, 2025
Follow us on Facebook + Instagram - @aboveandbeyondcancer
Tune in for our weekly Cancer Education Series on YouTube -
@aboveandbeyondcancerinc4744
Give an Estate Gift - aboveandbeyondcancer.org/estate-gift
What are the most immediate needs to support your organization?
We offer all of our weekly Optimal Living programs to cancer survivors and caregivers free of charge. These evidence-based classes—such as yoga, total training, meditation, cooking + nutrition, indoor cycling, Kinstretch, Urban Pole Walking, and Row + Renew—are led by licensed, professionally trained instructors. Research shows that regular participation in these programs leads to significantly improved health outcomes, which can decrease the risk of an initial cancer diagnosis or a recurrence. With cancer rates continuing to rise in Iowa, caring for the whole person— mind, body, and spirit—has never been more important. Our programs create a supportive space for survivors and caregivers to strengthen resilience, restore balance, and nurture overall well-being. The cost of these invaluable and impactful programs is completely covered by philanthropic gifts.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Lyndi Buckingham-Schutt
Shawn Burke
Lauren Burt
Chris Costa
Rob Danna
Dr. Richard Deming
Rick Exline
Rachel Fyfe
Cheryl Harding - Board Chair
Dr. Adreain Henry
Dr. Amy Hughes
Kevin Kann
Aaron Kennedy
Jenna Knox
Becky Moomey
Morgan Newman
Dr. Jeff Nichols
Dr. Andy Nish
Sean O’Brien
Rod Olson
Erin Sawhill
Kelly Schall
Tray Wade
Michael Zimmerman