2013

Beneca C. is a 38-year-old woman who currently resides in Oakland, CA. Beneca was diagnosed with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma of the left breast in March of 2013. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy. She reached out to the Love from Margot Foundation after running into many different financial hardships. She currently lives with her partner and mother-in-law. Beneca is unemployed and the only household income comes from her partner. After meeting with Beneca and hearing her story, the Love from Margot Foundation was able to pay her past due PG&E bill, provide her with two additional monthly grants and a $200 gift card to Trader Joe’s to provide her with organic fruits and vegetables while continuing her treatment.