About Teddi
Teddi started as our Director of Donor & Community Engagement in March and has hit the ground running.
My name is Teddi Wiggins, and I am the new Director of Donor & Community Engagement at Cancer Care Services. I come from Eunice, Louisiana, a small town of less than 10,000 in southern Louisiana known as the “Prairie Cajun Capital” and known for its traditional Cajun and Creole culture. I lived in this colorful Cajun city until I moved to Fort Worth at age 7. By time standards, I am a Texan and proud to be one. But my heart and soul will always be rooted in southern Louisiana. I love people, good food, hospitality, and great music!
I’m married, have two grown sons, and three fur babies that I’m more than happy to tell you about. I’m also a die-hard TCU Frog fan. Purple is my color, and the Horned Frogs are my team!
Teddi’s “Why”
I am thrilled to be part of the life-changing team at Cancer Care Services. I have served in the non-profit world for over 15+ years. I’ve advocated for children in the foster care system, found perfect transplant matches for blood cancer patients, and granted wishes to critically ill children! All these missions have been close to my heart, but Cancer Care truly describes my “why”. I lost my mother and best friend in 2004 to ovarian cancer. My mother was 63, beautiful, full of life, healthy, and unexpectedly diagnosed with this deadly disease. Her cancer journey and death changed my family forever. My prayer is that I honor her in the work I do at this amazing agency every day.
Cancer Care Services embodies a feeling of family, and I felt at home and welcomed by everyone on the team. The commitment to our mission is evident in the time, hard work, and relationships that each staff member builds with our clients and donors. The services we provide are essential and personify the saying, “ no one should cope with cancer alone.”
About Graham
Graham started as our Development and Marketing Coordinator in April and is working hard to continue building our marketing strategy.
Hello! My name is Graham Hetherington, and I am excited to share that I have recently started my role as the Development and Marketing Coordinator at Cancer Care Services. I was born and raised in Arlington, Texas, and I have always loved growing up in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Serving in a position that positively impacts my community has already been a blessing.
I am an avid reader and enjoy trying new foods, going to the movies, and spending time with my friends and family. I attended the University of Arkansas (Woo Pig!), and I returned to DFW last year, where I worked on the public relations team at the State Fair of Texas. I am excited to continue developing a marketing strategy at Cancer Care Services.
I look forward to sharing the story of this organization with all of you. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, as we have some exciting things coming up. Stay tuned!
Graham’s “Why”
In the short time I have been here, I have come to appreciate how special this organization and this team truly are. During my first week, I had the privilege of meeting the incredible Melanie, whose story inspired me deeply. I’ve been moved by everyone who has shared their “why” and what makes this mission personal to them; that connection is at the heart of this organization.
For me, my “why” is my grandfather. He was diagnosed with stage four non-Hodgkin lymphoma when I was in elementary school, and he was the strongest man I have ever known. Before his diagnosis, he taught all of his grandchildren how to play golf and how to drive a golf cart—two activities he was passionate about. Learning that the cancer had affected his ability to walk was devastating. However, my grandfather, being the resilient man he was, not only fought and beat cancer but also made sure he could walk with the aid of leg braces and a walker. He even taught himself how to drive again and embraced his new normal, never missing a beat until he passed away in 2022. Despite all his hardships, my grandfather remained one of the most joyful people I know. He loved to whistle, listen to music, and watch his westerns. I am truly honored to continue his legacy by working for such an amazing non-profit.
