“Life in the Cancer Lane” tickets on sale NOW!

25 Aug

Dearest Family & Friends of Barbra aka our “Pinkwellchick”,

Life-in-the-Cancer-LaneWe are excited to announce that tickets are now ON SALE for “Life in the Cancer Lane”, a Pinkwellchick Foundation, Inc. Production, written by our beloved BWats! This staging is the Foundation’s premier fundraiser to support our sole mission and purpose to continue the tireless advocacy and life-changing philanthropic work to which Barbra dedicated her life. Our fantastic production team, Carla Banks Waddles and Crystal Houston, has assembled a stellar cast. And now we need you! 

We encourage you to buy your tickets NOW. Last year we sold out quickly and many people near and dear to Barbra were unable to secure tickets. Although we have a bigger space and two performances, we expect to sell out again quickly. We don’t want you to miss out.

If you are unable to attend but would like to support the effort, please consider purchasing a ticket and donating it to our pool of tickets for survivors and their familiesContinue reading

“Life in the Cancer Lane” Returns to the Stage Oct. 18th at The Herberger!

6 Aug

Life in the Cancer Lane by Barbra Watson-Riley is sponsored in part by the Herberger Theater Center

Save The Date!

Saturday, October 18, 2014

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Herberger Theater Center-Stage West
222 E. Monroe
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Fundraising Event for the Pinkwellchick® Foundation, Inc.

2:00 PM Matineé & 7:30 Evening Performance & Reception

Ticket and sponsor information coming soon

Contact us to become a sponsor of this production and forthcoming National Tour!

Can’t attend? [GIVE]

About Life in the Cancer Lane© 

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IRS approves tax-exempt status for Pinkwellchick Foundation Inc.

25 Jul

The Board is pleased to announce that PWCF received its determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service confirming that the Foundation is exempt from Federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Further, PWCF is deemed a private operating foundation.

The Foundation is also qualified to receive tax-deductible bequests, devises, transfers and gifts. All contributions to PWCF received on or after December 6, 2013 (the effective date) are deductible under section 170 of the Code.

Through fundraising efforts, events, products (including Barb’s Bag™ of Care & Comfort for chemotherapy patients), productions of Life in the Cancer Lane™ and financial support of other organizations, allies and partners, PWCF™ plans to:

  • raise awareness of breast cancer and heart disease
  • support breast cancer and heart disease research
  • work for better detection, diagnosis and cures for breast cancer and heart disease
  • support those diagnosed with breast cancer and heart disease and their families

Stay tuned for big announcements about upcoming fundraisers and special events as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October fast approaches. And we encourage you to support PWCF now and at any time with your time, talents and treasures.  No amount of time or money is too big or small.

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Best,

Tonya Evans, Chair & President

Remembering Barbra’s Light & Legacy on Mother’s Day

11 May
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Photo credit: Tonya M. Evans 2012

This Mother’s Day is not only a day of celebration and connection but also of reflection and restoration (and if you’re lucky … REST!).

Today’s holiday is yet another divine opportunity to reset your intention, repair your relationships, and check in on your health and well-being from the inside out.

The inevitability of death for us all is a reminder to authentically assess how we are living each day; in fact, each moment. Want to keep getting what you’re getting? Keep doing what you’re doing. If not, choose a different course.  Continue reading

Remembering Barbra Watson-Riley on TNBC Day with Sonoran Living Live Spotlight

3 Mar

What would Barbra Watson-Riley, our Pinkwellchick®, be doing on National Triple Negative Breast Cancer Day? EVERYTHING.

As we remember her today and participate in this National Triple Negative Breast Cancer day of remembrance, awareness and action, we’d like to share a wonderful tribute to Barbra that aired on the ABC 15 Arizona “Sonoran Living Live” segment. The video includes rare footage of Barbra speaking about her diagnosis and “life in the cancer lane”, as well as her passionate commitment to health and wellness, family and community.

Please watch the video, share your reflections about Barbra in the comments section below on this blog, and check out our Triple Negative Breast Cancer Day message to find out what you can do, including ways to support the Pinkwellchick Foundation as we continue Barbra’s passion and commitment to health, wellness & the cure.