The B+ Blog
Check out our blog to get monthly updates about all things B+ from our President and Co-Founder, Joe McDonough.
B+ Hero Troy, Miss Jetset, & The Starboard
I ask for your prayers today for a really great young man named Troy Haynes. Troy is a senior in high school, 4 year starter as quarterback on his high school football team, 2-time state champion, and such a tremendously humble and respectful young man.
From the Hardwood to the Ice
Girls high school basketball teams came to Delaware from all over the country for the Diamond State Classic. We paired B+ Heroes with the 11 out-of-state teams and 1 of the in-state teams as you'll see in the picture above.
Campus Updates
The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation's voice against childhood cancer is hitting both sides of the country. The B+ Foundation has partnered with the students of the University of Washington in Seattle.
Long Overdue Update
Sorry that it's been awhile since I last posted. I've been spending a lot of time on the road, but for all good reasons. This is a very busy time of the year both with September being Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and our schools are back in session.
7 Day Challenge!!!
The HOPEtember® Challenge! 7 days are left of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 7 children will die from cancer each of those 7 days!
United Way Time
For those of you who work at companies with United Way-sponsored campaigns, PLEASE consider selecting The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation for your payroll deductions.
All Kinds of Important Updates
I appreciate everyone's patience with us. As previously reported, we need 200 completed applications before Delaware DMV will begin production of our license plate.
So Many Ways to Help
I have to share with you a beautiful note that I received from a child the other day. Gabriella F. wrote "Dear B+, I like how you raise money for kids with cancer so I had a lemonade stand…
Meet a New B+ Hero
Lisandro is a 15 yr old boy who was diagnosed with osteosarcoma (bone cancer) in Dec. 2014 and it has now spread to his lungs.
Jibril and Leo
The Blue Hen Parrothead Club will be hosting their 8th Annual "Blue Hen Bay Bash" on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at the Riverview Inn in Pennsville, NJ.
"Kids These Days" ... ARE GREAT!
Thank you to the Elks Swim Club for hosting the "B+ Swim-a-thon". No offense to the parents who worked hard to plan this, but this was yet another wonderful example of "Kids Helping Kids Fight Cancer".
5,000 Miles Peddled on a Solo Trip? Seriously?
Yup...he did it! My friend, Dave Corydon, rode his recumbent bike 5,000 miles to raise awareness and money for The B+ Foundation. And, he did it alone.
A Tremendously Successful 5k!!!
Thank you very much to everyone who came out last night for our 9th Annual B+ 5k Run/Walk. The weather was great, there was a lot of food, great music, inspiring B+ Heroes, and some really fast runners.
Actions Days & 5K
Last Call for "Action Days" on Capitol Hill - The Alliance for Childhood Cancer, of which we are a member, is hosting our annual “Action Days” on Capitol Hill on June 15-16.
New B+ Website
Chris has been very busy over the past several months re-designing our new B+ website. Please visit the link below and let us know what you think.
Holiday Ideas
We've added a few new items to the B+ Store. Check out our sharp, new long sleeve tee shirts with a smaller logo, knit caps, tanks and more. Great holiday gifts for kids of all ages.
B+ Update - Meet Teeolah
I'd like to introduce you to 9 year old Teeolah. Teeolah is recovering from brain surgery that she had for her cancer in August. Unfortunately, she developed a syndrome which has rendered her mute and she is unable to eat by mouth.
Setting Records with Family Assistance
Such mixed feelings...I HATE that there are SO many families of kids with cancer...and so many need a helping hand.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - B+ Day at Seasons Pizza
A portion of the sale of Lg and XL pizzas will go to The B+ Foundation and, as with the entire month, all customers will be invited to add $1, $3, or $5 to their bill to help us fight childhood cancer.
September IS Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!
The Philadelphia area chapter of the BMW Car Club of America hosted local B+ Heroes to New Jersey Motorsports Park for 2nd annual event.