01Compassion & Dignity
Listening to lived experiences and recognizing the humanity of patients and caregivers.
The A’Lana Rose Legacy Foundation, Inc.
Love Made Visible. Legacy Made Tangible.
Advancing health equity and building compassionate support for individuals navigating cancer and their caregivers in Dallas–Fort Worth.
OUR STORY
Born from love. Built to carry a legacy forward.
The A’Lana Rose Legacy Foundation, Inc. is an emerging Dallas–Fort Worth nonprofit dedicated to advancing health equity and improving quality of life for individuals navigating cancer and the caregivers who support them.
Our Foundation was born from two deeply personal journeys: our Founder caring for her mother, Rose, during metastatic breast cancer, and the enduring legacy of her line sister, Lana, whose cancer journey inspired compassion, advocacy, and meaningful support.
Cancer affects far more than physical health. We seek to bridge emotional, financial, logistical, and social gaps through practical assistance, education, and community partnerships, supporting both patients and caregivers.
We are an established Texas nonprofit corporation preparing to launch our initial programs. Direct services are not yet available. Our federal 501(c)(3) application is pending IRS determination.
Mission & Vision
Compassion beyond clinical care. A more equitable future.
We connect love and lived experience with practical support, health consciousness, advocacy, and meaningful community partnerships.
01 — Purpose
Our Mission
To advance health equity and improve quality of life for individuals navigating cancer and their caregivers by reducing practical barriers, strengthening community support, and promoting education and advocacy.
02 — Horizon
Our Vision
A future where people navigating cancer and their caregivers feel seen, supported, and empowered, and where quality care and compassionate support are more accessible.
03 — Principles
Our Values
Compassion, dignity, equity, accountability, authentic partnerships, and sustainable community impact.
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Our Belief
Built on purpose. Driven by community.
Meaningful change begins with listening to communities, respecting lived experiences, and turning compassion into action.
Our Programs & Initiatives
Making compassion tangible.
All initial Dallas–Fort Worth programs are In Development. Direct services, applications, referrals, and transportation scheduling are not yet available. Planned direct assistance is intended to be no-cost to eligible participants, subject to funding, guidelines, and availability.
In Development
Patient Mobility Concierge — Transportation Assistance
A proposed no-cost transportation program to help eligible cancer patients travel between home and participating treatment facilities, with dignity, accessibility, and continuity of care.
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Lana Legacy Bags — Patient Care Packages
Thoughtfully curated care packages offering comfort, encouragement, and practical support to people undergoing cancer treatment, in honor of Lana’s enduring legacy.
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Caregiver Companion Bags — Seen in Love
Support packages with thoughtful items, wellness resources, and encouragement that recognize caregivers’ emotional and practical needs. Their well-being matters, too.
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Health Consciousness & Equity Education
Community-centered education about evidence-based cancer prevention information, appropriate screening, early detection, informed decision-making, and health self-advocacy.
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Help bring our developing programs to life through charitable support, volunteer interest, in-kind contributions, and community partnerships.
Founder & President | Founding Director
Carla Robertson, MPA
Carla Robertson is a nonprofit founder, organizational leader, and Certified Oncology Patient Navigator whose work is rooted in service, advocacy, community engagement, and creating opportunities for individuals and families to thrive.
With a Master of Public Administration and a background spanning nonprofit leadership, education, public policy, program development, and cross-sector partnerships, Carla brings a people-centered approach to complex community challenges. She is also a doctoral candidate in Organizational Leadership. Caring for her beloved mother, Rose, and witnessing her line sister Lana’s journey with metastatic breast cancer transformed grief into purpose and inspired this Foundation.
Connect with Carla on LinkedIn
Love Made Visible. Legacy Made Tangible.
Support Our Mission
Help Bring Our Mission to Life
Your support can help establish transportation assistance, patient and caregiver care packages, community education, and the infrastructure needed for a sustainable launch. Our federal 501(c)(3) application is pending IRS determination; we do not represent contributions as tax-deductible at this stage.
Online donation processing is not yet connected. Please contact us to discuss supporting the mission.
Our Commitments
Grounded in compassion. Guided by purpose.
We are building the foundation for responsible, equitable, and sustainable community support.
0102Patient & Caregiver Support
Building practical support that considers the needs of both the patient and those beside them.
03Health Equity
Working toward fewer barriers to quality care, information, and community support.
04Accountability & Partnership
Cultivating authentic relationships and responsible governance for sustainable community impact.
Building Our Legacy
Our journey is just beginning.
From Texas nonprofit incorporation and founding leadership to program planning and partnership cultivation, we are laying the groundwork for future impact. These logos and conceptual images represent our story and aspirations, not completed services or secured partnerships.
Our Beginnings
An established Texas nonprofit corporation
Our Story
Honoring the legacies of Lana and Rose — conceptual imagery
Our Purpose
Patient and caregiver support — conceptual imagery
Our Identity
Love Made Visible. Legacy Made Tangible.
In Development
Planning our Dallas–Fort Worth programs — conceptual imagery
Our Future
Cultivating community partnerships — conceptual imagery
Partnerships
Partner With Us
Help Bring Our Mission to Life
We are cultivating mission-aligned relationships with healthcare systems, community organizations, businesses, and philanthropic institutions to strengthen capacity, reduce barriers to care, and support our initial Dallas–Fort Worth programs.
Four ways to collaborate
01— Community
Strategic & Community Partnerships
Collaborate on patient and caregiver support, resource connections, and solutions to barriers in equitable healthcare access.
02— Sponsorship
Corporate Sponsorships & Philanthropic Support
Support developing programs, education initiatives, organizational infrastructure, and future events through financial contributions and sponsorships.
03— In-Kind Support
In-Kind Contributions & Professional Services
Contribute appropriate care-package supplies, professional expertise, technology, and other mission-aligned resources.
04— Education
Collaborative Education & Community Engagement
Help develop community-centered education about health consciousness, cancer prevention information, screening awareness, early detection, and advocacy.
Let’s Build Something Meaningful Together
We view partnerships as relationships built on shared values, mutual accountability, community engagement, and respect for lived experiences. Whether you represent a healthcare organization, business, nonprofit, foundation, faith-based institution, or community initiative, we welcome a conversation about how our missions and resources may align.
We are actively cultivating partnerships; no secured partners or sponsorships are represented here.
alanaroselegacyfoundation@gmail.comThe Love Behind Our Legacy
Love Made Visible. Legacy Made Tangible.
Reflections on our founding purpose—not testimonials or claims of completed program impact.
Founding Board of Directors
Meet Our Leadership
Guided by Purpose. United in Service. Committed to Lasting Impact. Our appointed leaders bring diverse experience and a shared commitment to responsible governance and health equity.
Paul James
Founding Board Chair
Tamicia Ludd (Hill)
Founding Board Vice Chair
Tiffany Tatum
Founding Board Secretary
Rita Davis
Founding Director | Governance & Policy Officer
Sierra Hodridge
Founding Director
Leila Kuguru
Founding Director
Rashida Hubbard
Founding Director
Dr. Lakeisha Jones
Founding Board Member
Get Involved
Become part of the love behind our legacy.
As we prepare to launch, we welcome contributions, volunteer interest, community partnerships, and help sharing our mission. Together, we can help bring practical support to life.
Donate
Help fund developing programs, care-package supplies, education initiatives, and responsible organizational growth.
Volunteer
Express your interest in contributing time, skills, and care as our programs and future opportunities develop.
Partner
Explore strategic collaboration, sponsorship, in-kind support, and community education partnerships.
Share the Mission
Share our founding story, developing programs, and future launch announcements with your community.
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Resources
Information for informed health advocacy.
Trusted starting points for patients, caregivers, and community members. These independent resources are not Foundation services or confirmed partnerships.
National Cancer Institute
Evidence-based cancer information, questions to discuss with your care team, and resources for caregivers.
Visit ResourceAmerican Cancer Society
Cancer information, screening guidance, and patient and caregiver resources from a national organization.
Visit Resource211 Texas
Explore community resources and assistance information in Texas. Availability and eligibility vary by provider.
Visit ResourceFor general education only; not medical advice. Discuss personal health and screening decisions with a qualified healthcare professional.
Future Involvement
Bring your purpose to our mission.
Relationships turn compassion into action.
We welcome people who care about health equity, patient and caregiver dignity, community education, advocacy, and sustainable nonprofit development.
As we build our initial programs, we invite mission-aligned individuals to share their expertise and explore future volunteer and professional collaboration.
No program enrollment or service-request process is open. Contact us to express your interest in supporting the Foundation’s development.
Program Support
Contribute expertise to planning practical patient and caregiver support.
Volunteer Coordination
Help prepare for future volunteer involvement and community engagement.
Partnership Development
Help cultivate relationships with healthcare organizations, community groups, businesses, and philanthropic supporters.
Communications & Storytelling
Help communicate our founding story, organizational milestones, and future program announcements accurately.
FAQ
Common questions about our work.
We are a Dallas–Fort Worth-based nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing health equity and improving quality of life for individuals navigating cancer and their caregivers. Through compassionate support, education, advocacy, and meaningful community partnerships, we seek to reduce barriers to care and strengthen support beyond the clinical setting.
Our planned direct-support programs will focus on people undergoing cancer treatment and their caregivers, with particular attention to financial, transportation, and other barriers to care. Broader health education initiatives will engage the community in cancer prevention information, screening awareness, early detection, and informed health advocacy.
Our initial Dallas–Fort Worth initiatives are Patient Mobility Concierge, Lana Legacy Bags, Caregiver Companion Bags — Seen in Love, and Health Consciousness & Equity Education. All are In Development and will be introduced in phases as funding, staffing, operational infrastructure, and community partnerships are established.
Not yet. We are an established nonprofit corporation preparing for our initial program launch. Direct services, applications, referrals, and transportation scheduling are not currently available. Launch announcements, eligibility requirements, and information about accessing services will be shared as each program becomes operational.
Our planned direct-assistance programs are intended to be provided at no cost to eligible patients and caregivers. Availability will depend on program guidelines, funding, organizational capacity, and established eligibility requirements.
We welcome individuals, businesses, healthcare organizations, and community partners. Support may include contributions, corporate sponsorships, in-kind donations, volunteer interest, and collaborative partnerships. Connect with us to explore how you can help bring our developing programs to life.
The A’Lana Rose Legacy Foundation, Inc. is incorporated as a Texas nonprofit corporation and has submitted an application to the IRS for recognition under Section 501(c)(3). Our application is pending IRS determination. We will update this website when a formal determination is received. We do not represent contributions as tax-deductible at this stage. Donors should consult their tax advisers about their individual circumstances.
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Support the mission. Start a conversation.
Whether you want to donate, volunteer, partner, or learn more about our work, we would be glad to hear from you.