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Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) is a nonprofit breast cancer education and awareness organization founded in 1996 by pro snowboarders Tina Basich and Shannon Dunn-Downing and friends Lisa Hudson and Kathleen Gasperini.
History
Since 1996, B4BC has donated over $400,000 to various breast cancer organizations, including the Susan G. Komen Foundation and the Breast Cancer Fund, as well as participating in a variety of educational outreach programs geared towards young women in their teens and 20's. While battling the disease, Monica expressed concern that there was a lack of awareness among young women about the disease. This inspired the founders to create an event that would draw in young women, centered around music and snowboarding. Awareness for the disease was raised at a variety events, including a series of Boarding for Breast Cancer Snowboard + Music Festivals, major events such as the Warped Tour, and other snowboarding venues.
Mission
B4BC's Mission Statement:
''Boarding For Breast Cancer (B4BC) is a non-profit, youth-focused education, awareness, and fundraising foundation. Our mission is to increase awareness about breast cancer, the importance of early detection and the value of an active lifestyle.
ADVOCATE We serve as an advocate for those affected by Breast Cancer.
Early Detection + Active Lifestyle = Best Prevention''
Recent Events
Today, B4BC sponsors and participates in a wide array of events to raise money and awareness for their cause.
Fundraising and Awareness
In 2008, Boarding for Breast Cancer announced an Athlete team to help spread breast cancer awareness among youth. Also, companies including Burton Snowboards, Sessions Outerwear, Roxy (clothing), Betty Rides, Von Zipper, and DC Shoes all offer Boarding for Breast Cancer branded products, with proceeds benefiting the organization, and information on breast cancer awareness included in the packaging.
B4BC was a result of Monica’s story and currently holds events across the nation to raise money for research and educate young women about breast cancer.
To support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, B4BC has teamed with various companies to raise money for breast cancer.
History
Since 1996, B4BC has donated over $400,000 to various breast cancer organizations, including the Susan G. Komen Foundation and the Breast Cancer Fund, as well as participating in a variety of educational outreach programs geared towards young women in their teens and 20's. While battling the disease, Monica expressed concern that there was a lack of awareness among young women about the disease. This inspired the founders to create an event that would draw in young women, centered around music and snowboarding. Awareness for the disease was raised at a variety events, including a series of Boarding for Breast Cancer Snowboard + Music Festivals, major events such as the Warped Tour, and other snowboarding venues.
Mission
B4BC's Mission Statement:
''Boarding For Breast Cancer (B4BC) is a non-profit, youth-focused education, awareness, and fundraising foundation. Our mission is to increase awareness about breast cancer, the importance of early detection and the value of an active lifestyle.
ADVOCATE We serve as an advocate for those affected by Breast Cancer.
Early Detection + Active Lifestyle = Best Prevention''
Recent Events
Today, B4BC sponsors and participates in a wide array of events to raise money and awareness for their cause.
Fundraising and Awareness
In 2008, Boarding for Breast Cancer announced an Athlete team to help spread breast cancer awareness among youth. Also, companies including Burton Snowboards, Sessions Outerwear, Roxy (clothing), Betty Rides, Von Zipper, and DC Shoes all offer Boarding for Breast Cancer branded products, with proceeds benefiting the organization, and information on breast cancer awareness included in the packaging.
B4BC was a result of Monica’s story and currently holds events across the nation to raise money for research and educate young women about breast cancer.
To support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, B4BC has teamed with various companies to raise money for breast cancer.
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