Rooted in compassion.
Driven by purpose.
New Hope Cancer Support Foundation exists because a cancer diagnosis should never mean facing the unknown alone — financially, emotionally, or educationally. We are here, and this work is deeply personal to us.
Passionate
We don't show up because it's a job. We show up because we've been there and we know what it means to have someone in your corner.
Intentional
Every dollar, every resource, every conversation is purposeful. We don't do things halfway when someone's life is on the line.
Dignified
Everyone we serve is treated with full humanity and deep respect, not as a case number, but as a person who matters.
OUR STORYWhy New Hope exists.
New Hope Cancer Support Foundation was established with a simple but powerful mission: to ensure that no cancer patient or caregiver in our community faces their journey alone. Founded in 2026 by a group of dedicated and compassionate community members, the foundation was created to provide meaningful support, connection, and resources to those navigating the challenges of cancer.
Recognizing the gap left by the closure of the Columbus Cancer Care Foundation, we felt a strong responsibility to step forward and continue serving local patients and families in need. Our goal is to offer both practical assistance and a sense of hope during an incredibly difficult time.
As a first step, we are providing financial support through $50 gift cards to help offset everyday expenses—whether that’s fuel for trips to treatment or essential household needs. While we are starting small, our vision is anything but. With the support of our community, we are committed to expanding our programs and services to meet the growing needs of cancer patients and their caregivers.
We believe no one should have to face cancer alone, which is why we’re building strong, meaningful connections within our community. By partnering with compassionate individuals and organizations, we’re able to offer support that truly makes a difference for patients and their caregivers.
One of the ways we do this is by helping provide wigs to those experiencing hair loss during treatment. Through our partnership with Karla’s Krowns, founded by Karla Pelster, patients are given more than just a wig—they’re given a sense of confidence, comfort, and dignity during an incredibly difficult time.
Our executive board is composed of individuals who bring both professional expertise and deeply personal experiences—whether working closely with cancer patients, surviving cancer themselves, or caring for a loved one. Each member is driven by a unique and heartfelt reason for serving. In addition, our advisory board of passionate volunteers plays a vital role in helping us grow, organize impactful events, and build meaningful connections within the community.
Together, we are building something rooted in compassion, resilience, and hope—for today, and for every journey ahead.
Serving Our Community
Based in the heart of Nebraska, New Hope walks alongside patients and families across our region and beyond.
This Work Is Personal
New Hope was started because we know the weight of a cancer diagnosis from the inside and refuse to look away.
Founded in 2026
Filling a critical gap in support for cancer patients and caregivers in our region.
LEADERSHIPThe people who guide our work.
Kaylen Biltoft
PRESIDENTKaylen Biltoft currently serves as President of the New Hope Cancer Support Foundation, where she is dedicated to helping cancer patients and their caregivers navigate every stage of their journey—from diagnosis and treatment to the practical and emotional challenges that follow. Her work with the foundation is deeply personal.
Kaylen has worked in cancer care for more than 15 years and has been part of the team at Columbus Cancer Care since January 2011. Through her professional experience and a family history of cancer, she understands both the clinical side of cancer care and the deeply personal challenges faced by patients and caregivers.
Kaylen and her husband both lost loved ones to cancer, and after his passing in October 2025, she continues to honor his legacy by supporting individuals and families in her community as they face their own cancer journeys.
In her spare time, Kaylen enjoys spending time with her family. She is a proud aunt to three amazing girls and shares her home with her beloved furbaby, Fryz.
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TREASURERVictoria Osten
Victoria Osten, CPA, is a dedicated professional and cancer survivor who brings both expertise and compassion to her work. She serves on the New Hope Cancer Support Foundation Board to support fellow cancer fighters and their caregivers, inspired by her own deeply personal experience. With a family history of cancer and the loss of her mother-in-law in 2010, Victoria’s connection to this mission runs deep. In 2014, shortly after the birth of her son, Kyler, she was diagnosed with cervical cancer. Her treatment included chemotherapy, radiation, and brachytherapy (internal radiation), and she continues to live with some long-term side effects. Today, she is proud to be both surviving and thriving, and is passionate about offering support and encouragement to others facing similar journeys.
With over 20 years of experience in payroll, accounting, and tax services, Victoria takes a hands-on approach to helping individuals navigate their financial needs and build strategies tailored to their unique situations. Originally from Nebraska City, she moved to Columbus in 2012 with her husband, Cody.
Outside of work and her role as Treasurer of the Foundation, Victoria enjoys supporting Kyler in his activities, including baseball, basketball, football, and 4-H. When she finds time for herself, she enjoys reading, outdoor adventures with her family, and playing sand volleyball.
Michaela Luckey
SECRETARYMichaela serves as Secretary of the New Hope Cancer Support Foundation and is a dedicated member of the Columbus community, which she has called home for many years. Originally from Kansas, Michaela and her husband, Randee, have been married for 33 years and have built a life centered on family, service, and compassion.
They are proud parents to their son Jon and daughter-in-law Alex, and their son Trevor, who was diagnosed with T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in February 2018 and passed away on January 4, 2019, at the age of 15. Having also lost her mother to cancer, Michaela understands deeply the importance of support, connection, and care during life’s most challenging moments.
Michaela actively gives back through her volunteer work with Teammates, the Center for Survivors, Columbus Community Hospital Healthcare Partners, and the Columbus Senior Center, where she delivers meals. She is passionate about spreading kindness and supporting others, carrying forward Trevor’s memory through her daily actions.
Dr. Deb Anderson
BOARD MEMBER
Deb is a pediatrician who has been practicing medicine in Columbus since 1997. She grew up in Hastings, Nebraska. Deb has cared for cancer patients from both sides of the stethoscope. Not only has she helped care for children with cancer as a physician, but became a caregiver to her son Kyle, who was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma of his left thigh when he was 12 years old. He endured four cancer recurrences, several years of chemotherapy, multiple surgeries, and two clinical trials. He is now a cancer survivor and lives in Columbus.
Deb currently sees pediatric patients at the Columbus Concussion Management Clinic. Her husband Kip, is a Family Physician in Columbus, and her daughter Katie is in veterinary school.
Kerry Krings, OD
BOARD MEMBER
Kerry was diagnosed with cancer in the fall of 2022 and underwent both chemotherapy and radiation as part of her treatment. That experience gave her a deep appreciation for the physical and emotional challenges that come with a cancer diagnosis, as well as the importance of support along the way.
As a cancer survivor, she is proud to be involved with the New Hope Cancer Support Foundation. This foundation strives to help individuals feel supported, connected, and never alone. She is honored to be part of a community dedicated to bringing hope and strength to others.
Pam Marty
BOARD MEMBERPamela Marty brings both professional experience and personal passion to her role with the New Hope Cancer Support Foundation. She has worked in Hematology and Oncology for 18 years, where she has supported patients and families through some of life's most challenging moments. Her years in the field have given her a deep understanding of the emotional, physical, and practical needs of those facing a cancer diagnosis.
Pamela's commitment to cancer support is also deeply personal. She lost her mother to cancer at a young age, an experience that shaped her compassion and inspired her dedication to helping others navigate similar journeys. This perspective drives her desire to ensure that patients and families feel supported, understood, and never alone.
Outside of her professional life, Pamela values family above all else. She has been married for 42 years and is the proud mother of four children and grandmother to twelve grandchildren. Her strong family foundation influences her belief in community, connection, and hope, values she brings to her work with the New Hope Cancer Support Foundation. Pamela is honored to serve and is committed to helping the foundation provide comfort, resources, and encouragement to individuals and families affected by cancer.
"To ease the burden of cancer — with dignity, support, and knowledge."
OUR PROMISE