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The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation
非盈利组织
Wilmington，DE 3,009 位关注者
Fighting childhood cancer through funding research and providing financial family assistance
关于我们
Non-profit organization on a mission to find a cure for childhood cancer, and in the meantime, help families in crisis and spread the B+ message. Our 3 objectives: 1. Provide financial assistance for families of children with cancer nationwide. The B+ Foundation is one of the largest providers of financial assistance to families of kids with cancer in the United States. 2. Sponsor research to find cures for childhood cancers and improve treatment options. The B+ Foundation has provided research grants to institutions such as St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (TN), Dana Farber Cancer Institute (MA), Seattle Children's Hospital (WA), Children's Oncology Group, and the Nemours Center for Childhood Cancer Research (DE). 3. Keep the “B+” (“Be Positive”) message alive through outreach efforts and talks. Share the lessons that Andrew taught us, including: have fun, set goals and try your best, show affection, and be comfortable with yourself. We need to “Live Like Andrew” by having faith in God, making time for our loved ones, keeping our lives in perspective, and appreciating our blessings. The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation honors the memory of Andrew McDonough, a 14 year old athlete and ‘A’ student at Salesianum HS from Wilmington, Delaware. Andrew went from playing four soccer games on January 27, 2007 to cardiac arrest and a diagnosis of leukemia and sepsis just 48 hours later. Andrew’s blood type and the family’s motto was, and continues to be, “B+” …“Be Positive”. Andrew’s valiant journey was chronicled by local and national media and his website received over 1,000,000 hits in the first six months. Andrew went to Heaven on July 14, 2007.
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https://www.BePositive.org
The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 非盈利组织
- 规模
- 2-10 人
- 总部
- Wilmington，DE
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 2007
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The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation员工
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Chris McDonough
Digital Marketing and Customer Experience, Financial and Packaged Goods Product and Site Management
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Catherine Herzog
Leading Strategic Partnerships // Social Impact // Creator
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Joe McDonough
President at The Andrew McDonough B+ (Be Positive) Foundation
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Carly Bergstein, LMSW
Executive Director at The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation
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??STUDENT SPOTLIGHT This month we are featuring David Gichner, a sophomore at The University of Texas at Austin. He’s majoring in Radio-Television-Film and serves as the Philanthropy Chair for Texas ZBT. Keep reading to learn more about David’s involvement with B+ and dedication to the fight against childhood cancer ??? Q: What inspired you to get involved with B+? A: So many people in my life have been impacted by cancer so there is truly no organization I would rather partner with than one that feels close to home. I love the mission behind everything that B+ does and I could not be more grateful to be a part of it. ? Q: What is your best fundraising tip? A: One of the best fundraising tips I could offer is to know the facts. Many people ask for donations in a general manner as opposed to knowing exactly what they are fundraising for. I always like to tell people to explain what it is exactly that they are fundraising for and why exactly they want to fundraise. ? Q: What is the greatest lesson you've learned from your involvement with B+? A: The greatest lesson I have learned with my involvement with B+ is to be there for everyone. Everyone comes from different backgrounds and different experiences so it’s always best to look out for everyone and help those around you. ? Q: What advice would you give to someone who wants to get more involved with B+? A: I would tell people to just do it. There’s no harm in helping others and knowing that you can make an impact in someone else’s life. It is one of the greatest things you can offer someone.
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NEW CAMPUS PARTNER: University of Oregon ?? University of Oregon fraternities and sororities held their first-ever event B+ event, Fun Run Jogathon. Chapters competed to see who could run the most laps around their state-of-the-art track, all to raise awareness and money for childhood cancer. In its first year, the Jogathon raised over $17,000 for our B+ Heroes! We can’t wait to see what these bright students accomplish next???
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#DYK that chronic health conditions resulting from childhood cancer therapies contribute to emotional distress in adult survivors? #ChildhoodCancerFact #FactFriday ??? Coalition Against Childhood Cancer (CAC2)
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“We cannot tell you how much the support of The B+ Foundation has meant to us,” says B+ Hero Philo’s Mom. With her son’s recent cancer diagnosis, she shared that the entire family has been emotionally, physically and financially stressed. She expressed enormous gratitude for the small sense of relief and hope B+ was able to provide as Philo fights cancer. ??? Over the course of the year, when you give $75/month you could help B+ make a mortgage or rent payment on behalf of a family while they are out of work or experiencing reduced hours due to caring for their child during treatment. Join The B+ Monthly Impact Club today to give families hope while their child fights #childhoodcancer https://bit.ly/3PWC2FO
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT ?? This month we are featuring Kalei Gregg! Kaeli is a junior at New York University double majoring in Journalism and Politics and serves as the University Club Chair for New York Dance Marathon. Keep reading to learn more about Kalei’s involvement and her dedication to the fight against childhood cancer ??? Q: What inspired you to get involved with NYDM? A: After hearing Joe speak for the first time, I immediately knew NYDM was something I wanted to be a part of. It was so clear that NYDM and The B+ Foundation made a real difference for families fighting childhood cancer and I wanted to help in any way I could. ?? Q: What is your best fundraising tip? A: Ask everyone you know, even if you don’t expect them to donate! You will be pleasantly surprised by how many people are willing to help. Never hesitate to ask! ?? Q: What is the greatest lesson you've learned from your involvement with B+? A: The greatest lesson I’ve learned through my involvement with B+ has been seeing the power change when the NYU community comes together with a common goal. It has inspired me personally and been one of the most meaningful experiences I’ve had during college. It’s real how our small acts of kindness and fundraising efforts can change lives. ?? Q: What advice would you give to someone who wants to get more involved with B+? A: It doesn’t matter who you are on campus, we want you to join our B+ family. Anyone interested should attend B+ events, and start hanging out with B+ Heroes. Interacting with B+ Heroes is the most meaningful way to make a difference in both your life and theirs.
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#GivingTuesday is right around the corner ??DECEMBER 3, 2024?? Save the date and help us kick off end-of-year giving season by providing hope to families of children battling cancer when they need it most. Visit ?? https://bit.ly/4e6GICc to learn more about how you can take part!
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We join Smashing Walnuts Foundation and Gabriella Miller’s family in asking for your support today…and it will only take a few minutes. ?? Please read their urgent appeal ?? --- We are so close to passing the Gabriella Miller Kids First 2.0 legislation! Once passed this Bill would fund approximately $190 MILLION for childhood cancer and disease research!! WE NEED YOUR HELP to get this Bill over the finish line. There are two (2) senators that are holding up its passage - one from Kentucky and another from Utah. These senators need to hear from their constituents! Who do you know that lives in Kentucky and Utah that would take a few minutes - and four clicks - to send a pre-scripted email? Watch the two minute tutorial video to see how easy it is to do. Then click on the bottom link to complete the letter. Our goal is to have 500 emails sent to each of these senators offices between now and Thanksgiving. https://lnkd.in/dyCc6Y2J Click this link below to send the email https://rebrand.ly/jnpp25v --- Come on Kentucky and Utah…WE NEED YOU!!! Thank you.
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This holiday season, we’re grateful for our partner glassybaby ?? Watch until the end to see the tremendous impact they’ve made on our fight against #ChildhoodCancer this year!
As Thanksgiving approaches, we want to express our 'gratitude' to the glassybaby family and B+ nation. We are grateful for a partnership that allows us to spread hope and healing to families across the countries, and make a real impact. Thank you for making a difference.? ? https://lnkd.in/g_ThbfkP? ? #giveback
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?? 7 SPOTS LEFT FOR THE D.C. HALF ?? Don’t miss out on joining The B+ Running Team for the Run Rock 'n' Roll D.C. Half Marathon this March! By joining us, you'll commit to raising a minimum of $1,310, which will help fight childhood cancer and includes the following: - Race entry fees - Personalized fundraising website - B+ running team shirt - Weekly fundraising support *Runners are responsible for travel & accommodations. To join us in the nation's capital, email [email protected]! #BePositiveRunningTeam #DCHalfMarathon #RunForACause
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