10/22/2026
OH MY GOODNESS!! We are blown away at the incredible generosity of F.O.E. Aerie #4310, Paw Paw in naming Bee Brave the recipient of their Pink Ribbon Side-by-Side Ride fundraiser. The event was organized by Janeen Horton, a Trustee and we are SO incredibly grateful for their gift of $5,000!!! 😍💓
Why did they choose Bee Brave? Here's their reasons in their own words:
✨ 100% Direct Impact: Bee Brave operates with an inspiring promise: 100% of the funds they raise go directly to funding breast cancer research at VAI. Every single penny from our ride goes straight to the lab benches to fight this disease.
✨ Keeping it in Michigan: The Van Andel Institute is a world-class, independent biomedical research facility located right here in Grand Rapids. Our money stays local, supporting brilliant scientists working tirelessly in our own backyard.
✨ Focus on Prevention & Detection: VAI’s researchers are studying the molecular origins of breast cancer to figure out why cells mutate, how to stop them before they spread, and how to create personalized treatments for patients.
✨ Shared Grassroots Spirit: Like Aerie 4310, Bee Brave started as a community-driven effort fueled by passionate volunteers. Their dedication to turning hope into action perfectly mirrors our motto: People Helping People.
We couldn't agree more with them!!! It's the PEOPLE who make our Bee Brave community what it is 🐝💗 Please help us thank F.O.E. Aerie #4310, Paw Paw for becoming a part of it and their amazing gift!!!
