BABV Designated Charities

 

Breast Cancer Support of the Brazos Valley

Designated Charity of The 2010, 4th Annual Fall Bridal Show and Benefit

Breast Cancer Support of the Brazos Valley was formed by five women who experienced the overwhelming emotions that came with the diagnosis of breast cancer.  When each of us received a diagnosis of breast cancer, we left our surgeons’ office with many questions but few answers, and didn’t know where to go to get those answers.  The mission of this organization is to provide educational resources to women in our community who receive the diagnosis of breast cancer.  We believe learning about the disease of breast cancer, and taking an active role with the medical team produces the best outcomes for each woman.

There are many educational materials and resources to help women and their families as they learn to cope with and manage the diagnosis of breast cancer.  Women should have quick access to these resources, whether it is information to read, web addresses for internet sites, or community agencies and volunteers.  At such a critical time, the newly diagnosed woman should not have to search out resources on her own.

• The BVBCS has collaborated with the American Cancer Society to assemble a portfolio of pamphlets, books and other resources with relevant, useful information about topics such as:  pathology reports, chemotherapy, surgical options, radiation therapy, sources for items such as breast prosthesis and wigs, and questions to ask their medical team.  These portfolios have been placed in the offices of all local surgeons so when a woman hears, “You have breast cancer,” she will leave her physician’s office with information in hand.   

• The BVBCS in collaboration with the American Cancer Society sponsors Purple Teas in the community to bring information and resources to groups of women.

• The group makes available certain resources when needed by breast cancer patients. 

• Resources from the American Cancer Society are also available, including 24-hour hotline support by phone.

• We speak to organizations regarding breast cancer and emphasize the need for early detection. 

• BVBCS members believe the support of someone who has experienced breast cancer is invaluable in finding the strength to cope with the disease and to move forward as a survivor.  We are available to mentor breast cancer patients and to share our experiences with them.    

• BVBCS members are:  Nora Thompson, President; Marilyn Byrne, Vice President; Reba Ragsdale, Treasurer; Pam Stewart, Secretary and Selina Colwell.

Hospice Brazos Valley

Designated Charity of The 2010, 19th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Breast Cancer Support of the Brazos Valley

Designated Charity of The 2009, 3rd Annual Fall Bridal Show and Benefit

The American Red Cross - Brazos Valley Branch

Designated Charity of The 2009, 18th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by it congressional charter and the Fundamental principles of the International Red Cross Movement, provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

The Bridal Association of the Brazos Valley recognizes the American Red Cross and its essential humanitarian role in our community. This year, as we celebrate the 90th anniversary of the American Red Cross in the Brazos Valley, we honor its contribution to making Brazos, Burleson, Leon, Madison, and Robertson Counties stronger, safer and healthier.

The Red Cross in the Brazos Valley has been the place where compassionate people freely give their time and talent to help prevent and ease human suffering among friends, neighbors and even strangers.

Our residents make contributions to fund the cost of providing immediate relief to victims of disasters, such as house fires and hurricanes, and volunteer their time to help those in need.

The Brazos Valley Branch responds to local emergencies, assists military families and trains people in lifesaving skills such as CPR and first aid. Red Cross volunteers are there to bring aid, information and just as importantly, comfort. To the Red Cross, there are no “small disasters,” only neighbors in need.

The Brazos Valley Branch – and its volunteers and donors – provide valuable tools and education to individuals, families, workplaces and schools, making us all stronger and more resilient.

The American Red Cross, always there…touching more lives, in new ways…under the same trusted symbol.

When we help the American Red Cross, we help each other.

Brazos Valley Food Bank

Designated Charity of The 2008, 2nd Annual Fall Bridal Show and Benefit

The American Red Cross - Brazos Valley Branch

Designated Charity of The 2008, 17th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Brazos Valley Food Bank

Designated Charity of The 2007 First Annual Fall Bridal Show and Benefit

The American Red Cross - Brazos Valley Branch

Designated Charity of The 2007, 16th Annual Bridal Show and Benefit

BVCASA Voices for Children & Brazos Church Pantry

Designated Charities of The 2006, 15th Annual Bridal Show and Benefit

Brazos Valley Veteran's Memorial & Phoebe's Home

Designated Charities of The 2005, 14th Annual Bridal Show and Benefit

Brazos Animal Shelter & Arts Council of Brazos Valley

Designated Charities of The 2004, 13th Annual Bridal Show and Benefit

Brazos Animal Shelter

Designated Charity of The 2003, 12th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

American Red Cross in Memory of 9/11

Designated Charity of The 2002, 11th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Brazos Animal Shelter & The Brazos Symphony

Designated Charities of The 2001, 10th AnnualSpring Bridal Show and Benefit

 

Designated Charity of The 2000, 9th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Still Creek Ranch

Designated Charity of The 1999, 8th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Hospice of the Brazos Valley

Designated Charity of The 1998, 7th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Girl Scouts, Bluebonnet Council

Designated Charity of The 1997, 6th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Girl's Clubs of the Brazos Valley

Designated Charity of The 1996, 5th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Phoebe's Home

Designated Charity of The 1995, 4th Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Scotty's House

Designated Charity of The 1994, 3rd Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Teen Leadership Foundation

Designated Charity of The 1993, 2nd Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit

Brazos Valley Children's Foundation

Designated Charity of The 1992 First Annual Spring Bridal Show and Benefit