The B+ Blog
Check out our blog to get monthly updates about all things B+ from our President and Co-Founder, Joe McDonough.
Catching Up
I apologize for not being timely with my updates on www.caringbridge.org/visit/andrewmcdonough and www.BePositive.org. We've had plenty going on and hopefully you're also following Ali's updates on our B+ Facebook page.
GuideStar Awards The B+ Foundation
We're proud to share with you that GuideStar USA, Inc. has announced that The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation has earned the Gold Level rating, signifying the highest commitment to transparency and organizational effectiveness.
You've Got to Read about P.S. 206
A few weeks ago, Carly (B+ Foundation Program Director in NYC) had the opportunity to speak with two 4th grade classes at P.S. 206 in East Harlem, NY.
B+ 5k Today!!!
Today, we run, we walk, we gather together as a community to show a unified front against a collection of terrible, killer diseases grouped under the umbrella of childhood cancers.
Backstreet Boys & B+
And, as you'll see below, we've picked up a new B+ supporter in Nick Carter from the Backstreet Boys. In the picture below is Grammy Award winner Jim Jonsin, me, Nick Carter, and Al Carter.
Can you imagine 650 nights in a hospital?
"Thank you so much for the generous gift. Belen was diagnosed with Infantile Leukemia when she was 4 months old. We have spent over 650 nights in the hospital since that day, including a stay of 331 straight days.”
Two B+ Heroes
It will only take a few minutes to stop by their websites and pay them a 'visit'. Shane Higgins and Leon Huhn are both Delaware boys being treated at A.I. DuPont Hospital.
5/16/14 - BIG NEWS!
BIG NEWS #1: As some of you may know, it's really hard to get slots in the Disney marathons/half marathons. Well, The B+ Foundation has been accepted as one of Disney's Charity Partners
5/12/14 - Registration Expanded for Childhood Cancer Action Day
The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation, a member of the Alliance for Childhood Cancer, is pleased to announce that we have expanded registration for this year's Childhood Cancer Action Day in Washington, D.C.
5/9/14 - Weekend Activities
If you're near Aston, PA or Wilmington, DE this Saturday, stop by a B+ Bake Sale and support Kids Helping Kids Fight #ChildhoodCancer.
5/6/14 - Exciting Research News
Back when we started this foundation, I was under the impression that you needed $100 million and 20 years to make an impact on the research front.
Wed. Apr. 23rd
I'm sorry if I've shared this with you in the past, but not long after Andrew went to Heaven, Ali gave Chris and me this really thoughtful gift.
Fri. Apr. 18th
Thanks to Nikki Ball, from April 16 - May 20, 10% of sales from Nikki and her team's Advocare sales will go to The B+ Foundation!
Wed. April 16th - Martin Delivers
The slogan of the Martin Honda dealership in Newark, DE is "Martin Delivers" and they sure stepped up and delivered for our families of kids with cancer!
Fri. Apr. 11th
For the past couple of months, the kids at McVey Elementary School in Newark, DE have been introduced to The B+ Foundation and have embraced the message of "being positive" and "Living Like Andrew".
Tues. Apr. 1st
The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation, a member of the Alliance for Childhood Cancer, is pleased to announce that registration for this year's Childhood Cancer Action Day in Washington, DC is now open.
Fri. March 28th
On Wed. evening, thanks to Alex McIntyre, the Notre Dame Men's Club Soccer Team, and ND students, I was able to honor a promise to Andrew.
Thurs. March 13th
Last night, Chris and Ali were honored as the winners of the SmartTalk Hero Award presented last night at the DuPont Theater in Wilmington prior to actress Sigourney Weaver's talk.
Mon. March 10th
As the weather is getting warmer (at least here in DE), it's time to start thinking about one of the biggest (AND BEST) 5k run/walks in Delaware -- the 8th Annual B+ Fighting Childhood Cancer 5k.
Mon. Feb. 24th
From Friday at 7pm until Saturday morning at 7am, the students at the University of Vermont danced through the night for our kids.