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Funding Programs
Individual Grants
YWBCAF raises money for organizations in the local Pittsburgh area. The YWBCAF's proceeds benefit The Patient Navigator Program at the Magee-Womens Hospital's Women's Cancer Center in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. It is important for young women to work through their feelings, questions and frustrations about cancer. A patient navigator can guide them to a greater understanding

Past Events

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open event27janPittsburgh YSC Face 2 Face Network
https://www.youngsurvival.org/ysc-f2f
307 Beverly Rd. Mt. Lebanon, PA 1521627 jan 2016 7:00PM -
open event01febDr. Josie Van Londen presents:
(Medical Oncologist)
What do I do after treatment?
110 Beverly Rd. Mt. Lebanon, PA 152161 feb 2016 6:30PM -
open event11febFundraiser for the Go Red’ Movement
Raffle prizes, class demos and more!
4156 LIBRARY ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 1523411 feb 2016 6:30PM -
open event15marDr. O’Toole presents:
(Plastic Surgeon)
New Techniques in Breast Reconstruction & Revisions Please Rsvp to jennifer@breastcancerbenefit.org by March 13th
1500 Washington Road Pittsburgh Pa 1522815 mar 2016 6:30PM -
open event22marYSC support meeting
Please rsvp to jenny.frankowski7@gmail.com
4305 Butler Street Lawrenceville PA 15201Start: 22 mar 2016 7:00PM - Finish: 22 mar 2016 9:00PM -
open event31marTalbots Fun-Raiser
We are hosting a party at Talbots! Share and bring all of your friends! Wardrobe styling by trained specialists. Dance with the DJ, drink and eat- Have fun! 10% of all purchased this night will be donated. Meet other survivors and just have fun!
1500 Washington Road Pittsburgh Pa 15228Start: 31 mar 2016 6:00PM - Finish: 31 mar 2016 9:00PM -
open event16aprThe Mall at Robinson – Spring into Chic
We will be holding a Spring into Chic celebration in the Mall at Robinson on Saturday, April 16. Come out for unique vendors, a cooking demo, a fashion show, and even a princess party! Check out this Event Flyer for more information!
100 Robinson Center Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15205Start: 16 apr 2016 12:00PM - Finish: 16 apr 2016 4:00PM -
open event19aprDr. Atilla Soran
Dr. Soran is a Breast Surgical Oncologist that specializes in Lymphedema. Come here the latest in prevention and treatment for Lymphedema. Please rsvp to jennifer@breastcancernbenefit.org by April 17th.
110 Beverly Road Mt. Lebanon, PA 15216Start: 19 apr 2016 6:30PM - Finish: 19 may 2016 9:30PM -
open event26aprYSC Support Meeting
Please rsvp to jenny.frankowski7@gmail.com
926 Sheraton Drive Mars, PA 16046Start: 26 apr 2016 7:00PM - Finish: 26 apr 2016 9:00PM -
open event04mayJergel’s Merging Art Fest
Jergel's Merging Art Fest
Join us on Wednesday, May 4th for the Jergels Merging Art Fest presented by Green Mountain Energy Company. This FREE event features live music by DJD PGH, The Semi-Supervillains and Red Room Effect. Merging Art combines creative and performing arts in Pittsburgh while raising funds for local nonprofits. Over the past 5 months, Merging Art events paired musicians and artists merging their mediums together for a live collaborative performance to benefit regional charities. All artwork created t...
103 Slade Lane, Warrendale, PA 15086Start: 4 may 2016 7:00PM - Finish: 4 may 2016 10:00PM -
open event23jul2016 One WHIRL Yoga Fest + Healthy Lifestyle Expo
we will be with our partner Silver Sport at yoga fest come and join!!
601 Commonwealth Pl, Bldg A, Pittsburgh Pennsylvania 15222Start: 23 jul 2016 6:00AM - Finish: 23 jul 2016 4:00PM -
open event20sepDr. Budway and Dr. Grahovac
Learn about new advances in breast cancer and breast cancer surgery - question and answer session following. Light bites provided - purchase your own meal. RSVP please to Jen@ywbcaf.org by 9-17-16
1500 Washington Road Pittsburgh Pa 15228Start: 20 sep 2016 6:30PM - Finish: 20 sep 2016 9:30PM -
open event18octDr Brufsky – Oncologist Magee Women’s Hospital
Interested in updates in breast cancer - please RSVP to jen@ywbcaf.org
1500 Washington Road Pittsburgh Pa 15228Start: 18 oct 2016 6:30PM - Finish: 18 oct 2016 8:30PM -
open event28novGiving Tuesday 2017
The Day of Giving YWBCAF has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Occurring this year on November 28, #GivingTuesday is held annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving (in the US) and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday to kick off the holiday giving season and inspire people to collaborate in improving t...
--Start: 28 nov 2017 8:00AM - Finish: 28 nov 2017 11:00PM -
open event01octPink Ribbon Bagels 2018
The YWBCAF is proud to partner with Pittsburgh Panera Bread locations for breast cancer awareness month. The YWBCAF will be receive a portion of the proceeds for all Pink Ribbon Bagels sold for the entire month of October. Pre-ordering the bagels is best due to the popularity of these delicious bagels that are only available for a limited time. Click on this link to get a preorder form and location listing.
--Start: 1 oct 2018 1:00AM - Finish: 31 oct 2018 11:00PM -
open event01octTHE RED RIBBON IS PINK for October!
Click Here To Learn More Natrona Bottling and the Young Women’s Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation have teamed up for October- a portion of the proceeds of seltzer water will be donated to help young women with breast cancer..
--Start: 1 oct 2018 1:00AM - Finish: 31 oct 2018 11:00PM -
open event09octConcert for a Cause at Foxtail
Click Here to Purchase Tickets Join Us: 7:30 PM Tuesday October 9 at Foxtail (1601 E. Carson Street, South Side, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15203). CASSADEE POPE (winner of The Voice Season Three, #1 song “When I Think of You”). DAVID LEE MURPHY (#1 songs “Dust on the Bottle” and “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright” with Kenny Chesney). MICHAEL TYLER (wrote “Somewhere on a Beach” for Dierks Bentley). Proceeds benefit the Young Women’s Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation. ...
--Start: 9 oct 2018 7:30PM - Finish: 10 oct 2018 2:30AM -
open event21octLanterns of Hope 2018
Click Here to Purchase Tickets Welcome all to join our tribe as we honor and remember the brave women featured in the Lanterns Of Hope campaign on social media. The amazing spirit of these people is awe inspiring. The evening will include light hor d'oeuvers and a champagne toast along with a touching presentation of hope. Enjoy the photo booth, make your own bracelet station and temporary tattoos! A portion of the evening will be spent outside under a tent so please dress according ...
--Start: 21 oct 2018 6:00AM - Finish: 21 oct 2018 8:00PM -
open event01octPink Ribbon Bagels 2019
PRE ORDER your Pink Ribbon Bagels for in store pick up or for the stores that offer delivery. Order for your office, team or group. Don't miss out- only for a limited time. Check for delivery Panera Bagels
--Start: 1 oct 2019 1:00AM - Finish: 31 oct 2019 11:00PM -
open event06octLanterns of Hope 2019
Join The YWBCAF (Young Womens Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation) community as we honor and remember the brave young women featured in the Lanterns Of Hope 2019. Listen to these stories of hope and strength and become part of our circle of support. The evening will include light appetizers and refreshments along with a moving presentation. There will be a basket auction, music and a chance to meet others in the young breast cancer community. Purchase you tickets today - this event will ...
--Start: 6 oct 2019 6:00AM - Finish: 6 oct 2019 8:00PM -
open event19oct2nd Annual WOD for a Cure
On Saturday October 19, 2019 we are hosting our 2nd Annual WOD for a Cure Event to benefit The Young Women’s Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation (YMBCAF), a local organization that helps provide education and support to women in the Pittsburgh Area who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The 2018 WOD for a Cure CFSH fundraiser raised over $4,700 in donations for the YMBCAF! Thanks to our contributions, the YWBCAF was able to provide 4 grants to local women in the South Hills community ...
--Start: 19 oct 2019 9:00AM - Finish: 19 oct 2019 12:00PM
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