Digging Pretty at Livonia Stevenson High School

Last fall, volleyball coach Beth Bushey organized a fundraiser with her high school volleyball team. Beth is the volleyball coach at Livonia Stevenson High School in Michigan where the team held different events during one week to hit their goal of raising $1000. In the end, they graciously donated $1,245 to Fighting Pretty!

From Beth:

Fighting Pretty lifted my sisters spirits during her treatment. I love that Kara is a survivor that began the organization to help others. We wanted to be a part of something that we know will make a difference to women battling cancer. 

The girls were excited to be involved. Many had never heard of Fighting Pretty before I told them we would play to raise money for them. Many checked out the website and started following on social media. It helped bring awareness to another organization other than the big ones so many people support. 

I would love to make a tradition out of this. Not only help Fighting Pretty, but other smaller organizations that need awareness for all the good they do to help those in need. Woman battling cancer hit homes for me, but I don't want to exclude others that need help. If we could support an organization each month of the season, I would love to do that!
We were able to raise $1245 through selling pink bracelets, Penny Wars, and a bake sale at the game. 

Thanks for everything you do!!

Fabulous Materials Needed in 2016!

In 2016, Fighting Pretty is up to good things. We are making partnerships, we are getting brand ambassadors to raise awareness and we are connecting with hospitals to distribute Pretty Packages. But we are struggling with get materials donated!

We know our followers on social media have big hearts and big networks, so we wanted to ask for your help. Do you know anyone that could donate any of the following in bulk (minimum of 100)?

• Stamps ~ we like to send out mailers to all ladies Fighting Pretty! In fact, next week, we are sending out coloring sheets from students around the country with "Lots and Lots of Love for Valentine's Day!"

• Socks ~ we are looking for socks that are bright colors, say something inspiring on them, or are just cozy and lovely. They are a perfect addition to our Pretty Packages for all ladies in treatment! (Those exam rooms are freezing!)

• Lipstick ~ Mary Kay has been donating a ton! But we are running out! Anyone work for an organic cosmetic company that can donate some bright pink lipstick? 

• Scarves ~ we purchase these quarterly...and they don't go down in price, the more you buy. Anyone work for a retailer that would donate bright colored, beautiful scarves for us? Please?

• Ribbon ~ we use ribbon for our Pretty Packages so when every lady who gets one, opens it up just like a present. We love using sparkles, pink, gold or silver. 

So if you're looking for a way to donate, but you don't necessarily want to donate cash, please consider using your coupons at Michaels for ribbon, reaching out to your old high school friend who runs a beauty company, or picking up an extra roll of stamps at the post office. Send them to us, so - together - we can help women battling cancer feel strong and beautiful! 

If you are interested in donating, please send to: 

Fighting Pretty, 2645 SW Maple Lane, Portland, OR 97225 ATTN: Kara Dolce

We will be forever grateful (and can send you a tax receipt of course!)