Mission Statement: "Learning from yesterday's challenges and building hope for a New Day."
The mission of the NewDay Foundation is to help cancer patients as they struggle with the everyday challenges of treatments and the obstacles that they may face. We hand deliver new teddy bears to cancer patients and children at local children's hospitals that provide comfort to those individuals as they experience the difficulties of cancer and side effects from chemotherapy.

NewDay is also committed to bringing music into the lives of those who recognize the benefits of music as an alternative form of therapy. Learn more...


Teddy Bear Concert
This year the Annual Teddy Bear concert will again be held at the Cheers Banquet Hall at 255 East Hupp Rd. in LaPorte, IN. on Saturday April 28, 2012 from 6010pm.

This evening of fun will feature Box Set, Elder Eddie Scott, Cripple Creek and the NewDay Band. There will be a 50/50 Drawing, raffle prizes, snacks and refreshments. A donation is required for admittance. Click here to print an information sheet.

Over 300 people attended the event last year resulting in its huge success. All of the proceeds were given to local residents suffering from cancer and hospitalized children. Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 28, 2012. You will not want to miss it!

Click here for directions to the concert. Scott and Lynlee Marhanka -

Click here to see photos from the 2011 concert.


5K Run/Fun Walk
Get some exercise while helping out a great cause. New Day Foundation presents their annual Run/Walk featuring live music, and a silent auction.M Date and more information coming soon.


Pig-in-the-Park
The 6th Annual "Pig-in-the-Park" will be held on Saturday Sept. 1, 2012 at the LaPorte County Fairgrounds. . It starts at 8am with a Pancake Breakfast and cook off then proceeds witha public tasting at 11:00am and the Hog Roast and Entertainment. Click here for more information. Click here to see photos from past events.


Music Scholarship
Our founder Connie loved music and wanted to help others who love it too. In her memory we offer two $1,000 scholarships to two graduating LaPorte County High School seniors who are persuing music related education. The winners of the 2011 scholarships are: Lauren Anderson and Chase Freeland - Congratulations to both of them.

To be considered for the 2012 scholarship please complete an application. Click here for application.

The CaringBridge Website
CaringBridge provides free websites that connect people experiencing a significant health challenge to family and friends, making each health journey easier. CaringBridge is powered by generous donors.

CaringBridge websites offer a personal and private space to communicate and show support, saving time and emotional energy when health matters most. The websites are easy to create and use. Authors add health updates and photos to share their story while visitors leave messages of love, hope and compassion in the guestbook.
Click here to go to the CaringBridge Website.