Your Support Sparked Incredible Stories This Fall

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the many ways you stand with us. Your commitment makes a real difference for individuals and families across Virginia, and we’re thankful to have you in our community.

Wishing you and yours a warm and meaningful holiday.

Big Advocacy Accomplishment: Unanimous support for Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act!

For the first time since its original introduction in 2019, all eleven members of Virginia’s Congressional Delegation have signed on to cosponsor H.R. 2048, The Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act! It is a major accomplishment to have our entire bipartisan delegation cosponsor this bill during the first year of the 119th Congress, and it would not have been possible without our wonderful advocates. VBCF advocates wrote, called, and met in person with our U.S. Representatives all year long to let them know the importance of passing this legislation that would eliminate the arbitrary waiting periods for Medicare and Social Security benefits for patients living with metastatic breast cancer. What’s next? H.R. 2048 is steadily gaining momentum in Congress with 187 cosponsors to date. VBCF will continue to support the bill’s passage.

Registration is Now Open for VBCF’s 2026 State Breast Cancer Advocacy Day

Make your plans now to be in Richmond with us on Thursday, January 29, 2026, for State Breast Cancer Advocacy Day at the Virginia General Assembly.

Meet fellow advocates, learn about the legislative process, and speak with state lawmakers about legislation important to breast cancer patients. You don't need any previous advocacy experience, and there is no cost to attend.

Learn More & Register Now!

Hormones and Breast Cancer

With recent news on a new study saying that hormonal birth control increases the risk of breast cancer by 24% and the FDA removing the “black box” warning on hormone replacement therapy for use in menopause, the use of hormones and their connection to breast cancer have been everywhere. Our take? Don’t panic. Remember, social media is designed for engagement, and nothing gets people more engaged than fear. To get a more full and accurate picture of the connection between hormonal birth control and breast cancer, check out this great article by KFF Health News. For more information on why the FDA is changing its stance on hormone replacement therapy for menopause, check out the blog we wrote last year on the topic when it really started gaining steam.

We want to thank all of our amazing community partners from across the Commonwealth who supported VBCF during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. Your dedication to Virginians impacted by breast cancer means the world to us. From bowling tournaments and motorcycle rides to trivia nights and more, your creative events help power our mission year after year. We’re grateful for everything you do.

🔦 Community Partner Spotlight

Armstrong High School’s DECA students raised $800 for VBCF during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, showing how young leaders make a powerful impact across Virginia.

Brenda Karp shares how her mother’s legacy inspired her lifelong support of VBCF — and how that passion fueled her record-breaking Sole Star fundraising journey.

Read Brenda's Story

VBCF’s Power of Pink Luncheon and Fashion Show celebrated survivors and thrivers with powerful stories, advocacy, and community support at Richmond’s Jefferson Hotel.