Volunteer Resources
“Volunteering is an act of heroism on a grand scale. And it matters profoundly. It does more than help people beat the odds; it changes the odds.”
– President Bill Clinton
Upcoming
Upcoming Events
- June 27, 2025 – The 2025 Portland Cholangiocarcinoma Symposium will convene in Portland and draw together leading experts, researchers, healthcare professionals, patients, and advocates. Please check here for more details and register.
- Event Calendar
Upcoming Volunteer Training
- June 25 at 6:00 ET: Assessing Diagnostic Delays in CCA with guest speaker Dr. Jacob Bauss.
- July 23 at 6:00 ET: Navigating Grief and Loss Associated with Mentoring with guest speaker Kari Ramage, MA.
- Kari Ramage is a Patient Advocate at CCF. She holds a BA in Psychology from Wartburg College and an MA in Thanatology from Hood College. Before joining the Advocacy Team, Kari worked for over 17 years as a family services coordinator in organ and tissue donation, providing trauma, grief, and bereavement services.
- Kari Ramage is a Patient Advocate at CCF. She holds a BA in Psychology from Wartburg College and an MA in Thanatology from Hood College. Before joining the Advocacy Team, Kari worked for over 17 years as a family services coordinator in organ and tissue donation, providing trauma, grief, and bereavement services.
- August 27 at 6:00 ET: Managing Emotion: The other “G” emotion (Guilt) with guest speaker Jean Gasen, Ph.D., PCC.
- Jean Gasen is a leadership coach and facilitator dedicated to helping individuals excel—one leader at a time. She is President of JB Gasen and Associates. Jean holds a BA in Psychology, an MA in Clinical Psychology, a PhD in Educational Psychology, a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Information Systems, and a Graduate Certificate in Leadership Coaching. In 2024, she became a CCF volunteer and CholangioConnect patient mentor.
Click here to register for these free events.
- Jean Gasen is a leadership coach and facilitator dedicated to helping individuals excel—one leader at a time. She is President of JB Gasen and Associates. Jean holds a BA in Psychology, an MA in Clinical Psychology, a PhD in Educational Psychology, a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Information Systems, and a Graduate Certificate in Leadership Coaching. In 2024, she became a CCF volunteer and CholangioConnect patient mentor.
Current/Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
- If you’re interested in volunteering for either of these opportunities, please email volunteer@curecca.org.
Resources
CARE Teams
- Steps to Create a CARE Team
- Sample Meeting Agenda – Initial CARE Team Meeting
- Sample Meeting Agenda – CARE Team General Meeting
- Sample Meeting Agenda – CARE Team Annual Review
CholangioConnect Mentor Resources
- Building Resilience over Compassion Fatigue Video
- Mentoring 101 Video
- Mentor Handbook
- Grief Toolkit
- Language Line Telephone Interpreting Service
- CCF Patient Registry Kits
CholangioConnect Newsletters
Helpful Information
Social Media
Your personal journey can inspire hope, raise awareness, and drive action. If you’re ready to share your story, contact comms@cholangiocarcinoma.org and review this Telling Your Story document for tips on crafting your story.
Volunteer Team
Contact the team: volunteer@curecca.org
Kim Kempf MA, LPC
DIRECTOR OF VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT
SAINT JOSEPH, MISSOURI
Kim Kempf MA, LPC
DIRECTOR OF VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT
SAINT JOSEPH, MISSOURI
Kim has a master’s degree in counseling and guidance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri. She has nearly three decades of nonprofit program management and leadership experience. As a rare cancer survivor, Kim understands the healing power of community and connection and is dedicated to ensuring that patients and caregivers receive the support they deserve.
Kim resides in St. Joseph, Missouri, with her mom, two dogs, and a cat. Her three children and two grandchildren are her pride and joy. She’s an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan and enjoys watching General Hospital, Food Network, and HGTV. She loves spending time with her friends and dining out.
Claire Condrey
VOLUNTEER MANAGER
FORT WORTH, TEXAS
Claire Condrey
VOLUNTEER MANAGER
FORT WORTH, TEXAS
Claire has over 15 years of experience supporting volunteers and planning events. She began her career working in ministry and loves using her skills at CCF. Claire greatly enjoys the opportunity to equip and encourage others as they use their special skills and unique experiences to positively influence others’ lives.
A native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Claire received her BA in Sociology from Louisiana State University. Shortly after graduating, she moved to Texas for work and loves both states. Claire has an energetic toddler who joyfully consumes her free time. She also has a formerly energetic dog that tries to keep up with the pair.
Cindy Thomas
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
BOISE, IDAHO
Cindy Thomas
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
BOISE, IDAHO
Cindy has been with CCF since 2018. She initially worked to connect dedicated volunteers to the critically important programs at CCF and now works with CholangioConnect mentors, helping them provide mentorship to patients and caregivers. She is inspired by how CCF community members think of helping others in times of great difficulty. She loves working with immensely uplifting and inspirational individuals who give so much despite the challenge of cholangiocarcinoma.
Cindy lives in Boise, Idaho, and is a wife and mother to four girls and grandmother to one with a granddaughter on the way. Cindy received a Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University in Zoology/Pre-Med and enjoys church service, gardening, and a good dance party.
Our Suggestion Box
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