bettereverydayweb.com

What It Is

#bettereveryday is a charitable “passion project” started by Jessica Brubaker and her husband Reed, inspired by Jessica’s personal experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer at age 32. The site focuses on providing support, resources, and encouragement for cancer patients and the people around them, helping them find hope in the idea of getting “a little better every day” through treatment and life’s challenges.

Core Features

The project’s most recognizable offering is the #bettereveryday chemo care tote program, which provides care packages to people currently undergoing chemotherapy. The site includes an entry point to nominate a chemotherapy patient to receive a tote, along with resources, a blog, social media links, and information on supporting the project. Its operating model is closer to a community-driven charitable initiative: using personal stories, community sharing, donations, and in-kind support to bring care directly to patients.

Pricing and Donations

The project does not present a paid model for patients. Its funding comes from donations by individuals, local businesses, and national companies. Supporters can make one-time or monthly donations, or purchase needed supplies through an Amazon Wishlist, with items shipped directly to #bettereveryday. The main content does not disclose specific payment processors, tax-deductibility status, or nonprofit registration details.

Pros and Cons

Its strengths are a very clear focus on emotional and day-to-day support for patients undergoing chemotherapy; an authentic founder story that helps build trust and empathy; and a nomination mechanism that lowers the psychological barrier for patients who might be reluctant to ask for help themselves. The downside is that the site leans heavily toward warm, story-based presentation and lacks transparent details such as service coverage areas, the number of care totes distributed, fund usage reports, team governance, and privacy procedures. For a serious charitable project, this information can affect how outside donors evaluate it.

Who It’s For

It is suitable for people who want to request a care tote for a friend or family member undergoing chemotherapy, as well as individuals, community organizations, and companies willing to support cancer patient care initiatives. If users need professional medical advice, cancer treatment plans, or mental health counseling, this site is not a substitute for healthcare providers or professional nonprofit organizations.

Access from China

The site appears to be based on WordPress.com and relies heavily on external platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Amazon Wishlist. The main site may be accessible, but social media and some donation/supply-related links may be restricted in mainland China. Overall, it should be considered “partially restricted.”