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Living Beauty Cancer Foundation

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Nonprofit Overview

Causes: Cancer

Mission: 1 in 3 women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Hospitals are beginning to acknowledge the importance of treating the whole person and are incorporating integrative wellness centers that offer complimentary therapies. Recognizing this need since 2005, Living Beauty Cancer Foundation exists to educate, uplift and empower women with cancer by providing women with opportunities to explore wellness in a peaceful environment while developing a sense of community with other women along the same path. We are driven by the understanding that the challenges women overcome on their cancer journeys are complex and multifaceted. With this in mind, programs are specifically designed to facilitate the healing of an individual as a whole: mind, body and spirit. We offer online workshops, day and overnight retreats, educational seminars, sisterhood support events, and one-on-one sessions focused on different integrative healing practices. Living Beauty Cancer Foundation aims to be a source of healing, education, and support for women with cancer. The team at Living Beauty works to address a common problem for many women on their cancer journey: the desire to combine their traditional medical treatment with more alternative treatment options that address all aspects of a patient’s life. We aim to offer support for our “Living Beauties” that gives them the tools and empowers them to aid in their continued healing no matter where they are on their cancer journey or what challenges they may be facing at any given time related to their cancer experience.

Community Stories

93 Stories from Volunteers, Donors & Supporters

ecotraveler Client Served

Rating: 5

12/05/2024

I appreciate the support I have received. It has been helpful to know I am not alone in my struggles with cancer.

bridgettemariethomas Client Served

Rating: 5

12/05/2024

I just received the most amazing holiday care package it brought me to tears during a very difficult time of year for me. Thank you is not even enough!

avghi Client Served

Rating: 5

12/01/2024

A Lifeline During My Cancer Journey

Living Beauty has been a true blessing during my cancer journey, and its impact continues to resonate with me to this day. From the very start, it provided not just information, but an invaluable sense of connection. Being able to connect with other women who were going through similar experiences was incredibly comforting and empowering.

The support I received wasn’t just about navigating the physical challenges of cancer—it was about the emotional and mental strength needed to keep moving forward. The community within Living Beauty helped me feel less isolated and more hopeful, giving me the courage to face the tough days and celebrate the small victories along the way.

Even years after my treatment, Living Beauty continues to offer resources, encouragement, and the connection I need to maintain my well-being. The lasting friendships and support I gained have been a constant source of strength, and I’m forever grateful for this incredible program.

If you're looking for a community that truly understands and supports you through cancer and beyond, Living Beauty is an absolute gem and so are their staff.

vcbigoaktree Client Served

Rating: 5

12/01/2024

Great organization that helps those of us living with cancer. I'm grateful I found this organization to help me on this difficult journey. Their calendar is full of help and enrichment to improve our lives and give hope and support.

viviancm Client Served

Rating: 5

11/25/2024

I heard about Living Beauty through one of your cliens. I can't wait to meet you all in person at one of your events. She speaks very highly of this organization.

RhondaBulwer Client Served

Rating: 5

11/23/2024

I’m super grateful for Living Beauty. I feel seen I feel like I’m not alone being in such a beautiful community.

awt2013 Client Served

Rating: 5

11/22/2024

Always go above and beyond any time I have been a participant.

J.Mo Client Served

Rating: 5

11/21/2024

I've attended two retreats through Living Beauty. Both gave me important tools to utilize on my healing journey. It's also nice to be with other women who really understand what you're going through.

dovergirl Client Served

Rating: 5

11/21/2024

So many options for healing that are offered virtually. So grateful for the resources Living Beauties provides us

AubreyBlizzard Client Served

Rating: 5

11/21/2024

This is a wonderful group of humans, who have put their hearts and souls into supporting those of us afflicted with breast cancer. They offer amazing and unique supportive courses/classes online for no cost to us, the Living Beauties. They even offer no-cost retreats! I, personally, have received direct financial support from this group more than once, and it was a huge help to me and my household. We are forever grateful to the Living Beauty family!

celebratinglife1 Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

No words to describe how loved I feel because of the Love of Living Beauty Cancer Foundation.
Breast Cancer is a club no one chooses to be in. I’m so very Thankful for all the absolutely wonderful people serving in this organization, making this the best non-profit ever.

chattownc Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

My Story
I am a Cancer Survivor. In 2016 I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. I was shocked and scared. I could only lean on my faith. A friend told me about this organization
called Living Beauty. This organization is a sisterhood of women with Cancer. They offer helpful programs, trips, knowledge and fun activities. This program is the best when dealing with a scary diagnosis. A person also meets great people. The staff is amazing and very knowledgeable and helpful.

mlevins Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

They have been nothing but helpful and supportive navigating living after cancer.

hokielion Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

Outstanding programming for the body and mind for people affected by cancer. A very small group of dedicated and caring people offer high quality unique programs virtually and in person. I am so grateful to have been able to receive so much from this truly wonderful organization.

shanslaughter Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

The Living Beauties Cancer Foundation will forever hold a special place in my heart for their continued support through my breast cancer journey. All of my love and gratitude, Shannon S.

leianrae Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

living beauties is a phenomenal organization that has positively changed my life post-cancer diagnosis.

Skibum27 Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

As a three-year ovarian cancer survivor, I’ve discovered that healing involves more than just overcoming the physical challenges—it’s about nurturing the mind and soul, too. The Foundation for Living Beauty has been an essential part of my journey, offering me the resources and support I needed to thrive.

Through their many valuable programs, I’ve found tools and practices that have guided me from surviving chemotherapy to truly healing my body, mind, and spirit. Each program I’ve participated in has provided comfort, empowerment, and a sense of community that’s impossible to put into words.

Living Beauty is a beacon of hope, a place of love, and a haven of understanding. It has given me a safe space to connect with other women who share similar experiences and has reminded me that I’m never alone in this journey. I firmly believe this foundation came into my life at exactly the right time, helping me navigate the challenges of recovery with resilience and grace.

Sgines15 Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

Living Beauty Cancer Foundation has been nothing but a pillar of support during the darkest time in my cancer treatment and post-care. Meeting and bonding with other Beauties during retreats has been essential part in my recovery. Just being in the presence of women who understand, have gone through simular surgeries and treatments has left a residue on my heart that I am not alone. Through classes and meetings, I have learned to be mindful of my intrusive thoughts and just to love myself for who I am. This was especially true when I was asked in 2017, to be apart of The Gift Project. During this time, I was at a low point in my life, hating how I looked, not know where I fit in because I had changed. The project was not just about showing the scars left from surgeries but a liberating act that showed that I am strong and beautiful. I am thankful everyday to having the staff and Beauties on my side, encouraging me as I pursue the next phase in my life-going back to school and becoming a teacher.

SuraW Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

I was referred by a friend who is a breast cancer survivor. She raved about Living Beauty. I signed up soon after I was told I was in remission; about 2 months ago. So far I have been to Karin's Balance class and also her bellydancing class, not that i would ever belly dance anyplace other than my living room. I look forward to attending more activities. Thank you Living Beauty.

AleahL Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

As a cancer survivor, I’ve been lucky enough to attend several Living Beauty events and they have been so healing and connected me to so many resources. They foster community in such a loving way. I recommend them to any woman I meet dealing with cancer.

MsGenaC Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

Living Beauty gave me and many women hope and courage to continue our cancer journey and empowered us through education and sisterhood. I've experience miracles happen with the participants with this organization.

sophiad16 Client Served

Rating: 5

11/20/2024

I absolutely love living beauty! They’ve helped me so much on my journey through navigating stage four inflammatory breast cancer. I’m so grateful for the amazing retreat I was able to attend and for the amazing women I was able to meet. They’ve also helped me this holiday season to be able to provide a beautiful Christmas to my little ones. Thank you Living Beauty!!!

Gross7273 Client Served

Rating: 5

11/14/2024

I am a two time breast cancer survivor and love Living Beauty Cancer Foundation. The retreat I attended helped to empower and inspire me to use my experience to educate and inspire others with writing a book about my cancer journey. I can’t say enough good things about this foundation and how much good they provide.

Cheri29 Client Served

Rating: 5

11/14/2024

This organization and all of the people who work there are WONDERFUL!

vax-disabled-spinster Client Served

Rating: 5

11/13/2024

I’m already disabled, and then I was diagnosed with cancer in March of this year. My other disability group is supportive and OK, but Living Beauty goes so far beyond with all the zoom meetings , everything from decluttering to yoga , and wonderful luncheons, and resources and wellness retreats, It’s unreal. I don’t know how I could’ve got through the last few months without them. Their fundraisers like the golf tournament are so fun, they make me want to volunteer, and I’ve asked some Business owners if they’d like to volunteer their services for a great Cancer nonprofit.

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jamiecollins3 Client Served

Rating: 5

11/13/2024

What a truly authentic and caring organization! As a breast cancer survivor and advocate, I was welcomed into the Living Beauty Cancer Foundation with open arms. Through their generosity and offerings, I have met many other Living Beauties who embrace life and the lessons acquired from the journey. You are not alone, and this wonderful organization is everything! Thank you, Indyra and team for all that you do!

msrsl1000 Client Served

Rating: 5

11/12/2024

They were extremely helpful when I went through my cancer experience. I do believe they helped me feel wanted needed and strong I learned many things from the workshops and retreats i attended for free. I have referred many of my friends and they had the same feeling I did. When cancer they were there again for me. I have stayed connected with the group even though i have been cancer free for over 10 years. Thank you women at Living Beauty Cancer Foundation. Even during the pandemic they continued their support.

LisaGuzman Client Served

Rating: 5

11/12/2024

Hi My Name is Lisa and at age 40 I was diagnosed with Stage 1 Ovarian Cancer. This program was recommended by Kaiser, I signed up and I was so surprised and happy when I received a gift package from the program with so many goodies to help go through my cancer(chemo) journey! I am also a Single Mother and during Christmas the program helped me with gifts for my children! which relieved a lot of holiday stress. I also participated in a meet up where I was able to enjoy a Sound Bath and also meet other beautiful ladies in the program Surviving and Thriving! This program made a big difference in my life during the worst time of my life! Thank you again to everyone who makes this program available to Women.

Npwr General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

11/12/2024

An outstanding organization meeting the needs of cancer patients on various levels of wellness, education, and empowerment! I am so impressed with the empathy and professionalism of the staff/volunteers, the thoughtful programming, and that all of the services offered to the cancer community are free of charge. Thank you Living Beauty Cancer Foundation!

ACL83 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/04/2023

I am a cancer survivor and the Foundation for Living Beauty has been one of the best and most supportive organizations I've found since diagnosis. Their staff is warm and giving, and their programs (especially their exceptional retreats!) are so well done. The fact that they offer so many wonderful programs free of charge to survivors is truly exceptional. I've made wonderful survivor friends through their events and it has facilitated my healing in so many ways.

HAMoore Board Member

Rating: 5

10/04/2023

The Foundation for Living Beauty is unique in the category of helping and empowering women going through the experience of cancer. The services, workshops, and retreats provided to women are unparalleled, as is the level of care and support given when needed most. The staff is incredible and the organization has grown exponentially under the leadership of Nancy, the executive director. I wholeheartedly recommend Living Beauty as an outstanding non-profit and inspiring force for good.

sanfranyogini Board Member

Rating: 5

10/04/2023

The Foundation for Living Beauty is by far, one of the most impactful organizations I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Run by a phenomenal team and with a touching founder story, Living Beauty has direct and meaningful impact on thousands of women with cancer throughout the country. Offering services, meals, events and support, the organization lifts women up in all phases of their cancer journeys, meeting them where they are with authentic impact. I've been so moved by their important work that I joined the board this year. Five star review, hands down!

wendypanagos Client Served

Rating: 5

10/04/2023

The Foundation for Living Beauty has become my favorite nonprofit organization because they've helped me so much on my cancer journey! I've been able to participate in wellness classes, retreats, and sisterhood events which made a huge difference in my recovery, both physically and emotionally. I love the community of women as well as the quality of the facilitators, staff and programs. This organization truly makes a positive impact!

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AmyEps3 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/03/2023

Living Beauty is amazing! Being diagnosed with breast cancer is scary. These wonderful ladies have helped make the journey less daunting. I’ve experienced several Yoga Nidra classes thought made me feel so calm and peaceful. I also attended a day retreat that was so lovely. We were pampered, had the chance to connect with several wonderful women, and indulged with delicious and healthy food. I’m so grateful for this wonderful organization.

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mikerahimzadeh Board Member

Rating: 5

10/03/2023

The foundation for living beauty is one of the most amazing organizations I’ve had the pleasure of working with. The director, Nancy, and the rest of the staff do such an amazing job, and genuinely care for the women they serve. I’ve worked with plenty of non profits on the volunteer side, the board side, and the donor side… FFLB stands out as one of the most impactful.

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CoreyCastillo Board Member

Rating: 5

10/03/2023

Foundation For Living Beauty is truly one of the most amazing nonprofits I've had the pleasure of being part of. The team's approach to serving women, during some of the most difficult experiences of their lives, is second to none. Nancy, the Executive Director, has created a culture of service, devotion, and tenacity that has served over 1,400 women throughout the USA. I'm honored to be on the board and excited to continue contributing to such an amazing mission.

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sw118 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/03/2023

What a great organization! Lots of love, support, and resources available for cancer patients/survivors. I attended one of their day retreats and had such a great time connecting with other women. These ladies are top notch and really care about what they do. Keep up the fabulous work FLB team!

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anetten General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/03/2023

Living Beauty is an incredible non-profit organization that does so much to help women struggling with a cancer diagnosis. They offer support, community and I don’t know where we would be without organizations like this. As a 3 time breast cancer survivor I know that just treating the cancer is not enough, you must also treat the soul. The cancer journey is incredibly scary and difficult, and Living Beauty offers us support and treats/pampers us with their love. I’ve been fortunate to attend their retreats. Thank you LB for all that you do for us.

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Client Served

Rating: 5

10/24/2022

Living Beauty is a fantastic organization who provides such loving support to women impacted by cancer. I’ve been fortunate to attend one of their amazing retreats recently and met the incredible staff at LB. These women are dedicating their lives to support women. Their heart is in it 110%. As a 2 time breast cancer survivor, I highly recommend joining and supporting this organization.

thecardocter Donor

Rating: 5

10/03/2023

I love this foundation. it has helped so manny women in ways the institutions cannot. A great organization to help all the women in our lives.

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jswan Client Served

Rating: 5

10/03/2023

This foundation is a beautiful community. They empower and equip women who have gone through challenging cancer journeys, and give them the tools to become holistically healthy. They are the most kind and loving staff, with a true passion to see women come together and heal!

KatieWood Client Served

Rating: 5

11/01/2022

This foundation literally has saved me both mentally and physically with caring, kindness, information and knowledge surrounding Cancer diagnosis!

ravenfrog Client Served

Rating: 5

10/28/2022

A wonderful group of fantastic women supporting other women at each stage of their cancer journey. They have helped me and so many other cancer fighters and survivors. They are my number one recommendation when someone treks me they have cancer.

cahb Client Served

Rating: 5

10/26/2022

Living Beauty has offered support, healing and friendship through a most difficult time in my life. I am grateful to be a part of this valuable organization.

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RosePink Client Served

Rating: 5

10/26/2022

Generously kind people, informative workshops, inspired group of women sharing the cancer journey together.

lolostall Client Served

Rating: 5

10/25/2022

Living Beauties has been such a bright star as I navigated through my cancer journey. I am forever thankful for their support and the friendships I gained through their organization.

Toothfairy01 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/25/2022

I can not say enough good things about these people at Foundation for living beauty. From all the things they do for you to the inspirational things they say… I love them

KristinDwan Client Served

Rating: 5

10/25/2022

Living Beauty was the first place I tuned to after getting my Cancer diagnosis.

There was a day retreat the weekend after my diagnosis, and I got to fall into the arms and love of the Beauties there and open hearted women running the retreat.

Through the years I have learned so much at their classes and retreats, and now that I am on the other side of my Cancer journey, I am so happy and proud to give back and offer Reiki at their retreats and events.

RaeAnn4 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/25/2022

This is an amazing organization that brings women together who have had the unfortunate luck of the draw to have some sort of cancer. The groups are helpful to our self esteem & to be around others who "get it" without need for explanation. The retreats & classes are well thought out & helpful to those who attend. I have met some wonderful women who are now lifelong friends because of the tireless work of the women who run Foundation for Living Beauty.

apple2022 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/24/2022

Being diagnosed with cancer has many lows and some highs. Being part of a community of such amazing people has been a high for me.
Living Beauty has introduced me to people that I share an experience with that a lot of people don’t know first hand.
It’s an amazing experience to share your story with people that get it! Living Beauty provides opportunities in a safe environment full of love for women to find their tribe.
The women that run this organization are ALL heart.

MPCurran Client Served

Rating: 5

10/24/2022

When I was diagnosed with uterine cancer in 2016, it was a total shock. Nancy and all of the ladies at Foundation For Living Beauty embraced me immediately and whole-heartedly. They called, emailed and sent cards of encouragement to me. I met many other women through this group who understood my situation and we all bonded to help each other, in groups and individually. I attended a weekend retreat, a dance night, a healing circle and even a Fashion Day (in spite of my bald chemo-head!) which the Foundation sponsored. Such positive energy from an amazing organization!!! Everyone is moving in a positive direction!!! This Foundation was started by Amie S in memory and honor of her beloved mother, so it makes the events even more special.

Sydney1660 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/24/2022

As a breast ca survivor, I was able to take some of the classes and attend some programs with Foundation for living beauty. The programs have ranged from educational to supportive and fun, but all were beneficial to my healing. The staff is helpful and kind. They often get my small yearly donation monies because I support what they do and know many who have benefited from their programs.

ALacavera General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/14/2022

The work Amie and team are doing is an incredible contribution to building communities around people in difficult circumstances. A great example of a combination of individual leadership from Amie and community members coming together to improve life and outcomes!! Anthony Lacavera

Sinthea Client Served

Rating: 5

10/08/2022

This foundation is incredibly selfless. They have done so much for so many women w/ cancer. It’s been such an amazing experience for myself. I’ve met some incredible women that are now my forever sisters. They have amazing retreats for healing. There are so many programs from cooking classes, yoga, meditation, mental health, to financial help. They are constantly adding programs as well as resources to help women heal and come together.

N8tivela Client Served

Rating: 5

10/07/2022

This is a wonderful organization that offers many helpful resources and support to women that have been afflicted with a cancer diagnosis. They offer online classes and workshops, as well as day trips and retreats.

They also send wellness gifts! I was gifted a lovely tote bags full of things to make me more comfortable and few beautiful.

I recommend Living Beauty Foundation to all women living with or recovering from cancer and all it has to offer.

rsoriano Client Served

Rating: 5

10/07/2022

The most amazing organization for women with cancer. This organization makes me feel seen and the sisterhood is just the cherry on top!

lovefflb Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/29/2021

I love the foundation for living beauty! I have volunteered at events and see what a difference they make for women with cancer. They are amazing!!!

pointnsave General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/27/2021

The Foundation for Living Beauty is an amazing organization! They go above and beyond for everyone they work with and are doing incredible things for their Living Beauties. We love working with them!

Iam Cath Client Served

Rating: 5

10/08/2021

The Foundation for Living Beauty is my Guardian Angel. Their programming is most unique. They offer a wide range of classes and experiences all geared toward healing and free of charge. For me, they have been a partner, holding my hand, as I made way on my journey to healing after my Cancer diagnosis. My journey continues. The FLB is the real deal. The staff are amazingly kind and wise. I love Nancy Davidson's inspirational quotes and Indyra's gentle and patient but all knowing nature. This organization deserves tremendous support.

JDFLMB Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/02/2021

I am a volunteer for the Foundation for Living Beauty. The first event I attended roped me in, hook line and sinker. Many non-profits have a small portion of their group that are passionate and show it. They work hard, but most don't see or feel the heartbeat of the agency.

This organization is different. There is passion flowing from every pore! From the Founder, to the Board of Directors, the amazing staff, the donors, and the women they serve, you feel the passion they have and this is what truly makes them special.

I have had the honor to hear the stories of women with cancer sharing their journey and had the opportunity to help some of them in a time of need. They are a small but mighty non-profit that does so much for those they serve. The staff truly cares for their "Living Beauties" and have a relationship with each and every one of them.

During the pandemic, they scrambled and converted all of their in person events to virtual programming. They continued to serve these women with modified virtual day retreats, health and nutrition classes, sound healing, yoga and guided meditation. They never missed a beat! In fact, they increased their accessibility to more women throughout not only the area, but to women from other states!

Being a small part of the Foundation for Living Beauty has impacted my life tremendously. It has given me a perspective on what these women they serve, go through while battling cancer. Not only the physical scars it leaves but the emotional and psychological trauma that comes with it. I too, have developed a passion to serve these women and will continue with them on their journey.

Anita N.2 Client Served

Rating: 5

09/29/2021

I became a living beauty in 2015 shortly after being diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. The foundation for living beautiful has and is a godsend. The wealth of information and programs not only made my darkest days brighter but my brighter days richer. I can’t thank this organization enough. Friendships have formed that will be with me for the rest of my life. I now can also enjoy my first grandson. Truly blessed. Thank you all.
Anita

Jane D.6 Donor

Rating: 5

09/28/2021

I can’t say enough good things about this wonderful organization and the way it offers love and support to women suffering from cancer. They have found ways to continue to provide much needed help even in the face of the pandemic, and have huge empathy and love for women treading this often frightening path.

Dan H.8 Donor

Rating: 5

09/28/2021

My mom was a breast cancer survivor and I have loved watching Foundation for Living Beauty in their mission to serve women with cancer. They never stop, and are always present in so many ways to be right next to any woman going through cancer. I am grateful for their impact! Every donation I make goes directly to adding some light and even hope to the lives of women with cancer.

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Donor

Rating: 5

10/13/2020

We love donating to the Foundation for Living Beauty. My mom was a breast cancer survivor and I am super grateful that they serve so many women with cancer with a variety of services, but mainly love, community, and hope. Their small staff accomplishes so much, with a small budget. Their passion and commitment inspire us to do more and be better.

wendelee Donor

Rating: 5

09/27/2021

I've worked with Living Beauty since conception and would consider this non-profit professional with kindness. I have referred many of my close friends who have been unfortunately diagnosed with cancer. They have treated each one with tenderness, support, and care. I support Living Beauty and all that it does for its clients. Thank you!!

Michael R.17 Board Member

Rating: 5

09/27/2021

Foundation for Living Beauty is an amazing organization that helps women, at any stage in their cancer journey, cope with the effects of cancer and the various treatments out there. I love that the organization focuses of mind and body, rather than research. The women that the non-profit supports are able to get ahold of resources that are generally difficult for women with cancer to find. The organization is also very well managed. Over 90% of the money raised goes directly to the women through programming and making other resources readily available. Please consider donating to this beautiful cause.

DynDow Client Served

Rating: 5

09/25/2021

The Foundation for Living Beauty is one of the most intuitive, grounded, & well rounded programs I have had the privilege to partner with - both as a client & a volunteer. Unlike a traditional support cancer group, you are surrounded in a veil of empowerment, compassion & motivation. Intuitively the staff meet you were you are struggling with that magic missing element. It might be something as small as better quality wig for your wedding photos to one of the modalities offered that helps you settle in, regroup and find your sense of “Can Do” again.

Surgery complication from my 2nd round of cancer left me with a LOT of body & pain issues, that 6 years later I still navigate on a daily basis. My 1st Living Beauty retreat, shortly after that surgery taught me I could trust my body again & was the catalyst I DESPERATELY needed to move through my emotions, fears & make physical progress.

Through the experience, I learned how much I needed more like minded women in my inner circle. Women with similar hopes, goals, struggles, questions, understandings & vulnerabilities. Female shaming removed completely from the equation,. These are the women I intend to grow old with. And I am! Honestly, I would not be who I am today without Living Beauty to lean into & recenter myself when it all gets the better of me.

Rob Keen Board Member

Rating: 5

10/19/2020

I've had the good fortune of seeing in person the positive impact of this organization on women's lives. I posted a picture from a natural healing workshop I attended where the women were hearing self-care ideas from a homeopathic pharmacist .

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Board Member

Rating: 5

10/07/2019

This organization is making a BIG difference in the lives of hundreds of women who are navigating their own individual journeys with cancer. What I love about it is it takes a positive, empowering approach through a committed and supportive community and fully immersive programs that educate and immerse these Living Beauties in ways to bring wellness into their lives.

I was so lucky to have discovered this gem while searching for a likeminded charity for my company to support. I was so blown away by the uniqueness and power of the program that I joined the Board because I wanted to do more to help! The only thing preventing the program from expanding faster to help many many more women is the financial resources to do it. Every donation, however small, goes a LONG way toward changing lives.

Dunya Merell D. Board Member

Rating: 5

10/19/2020

I've been both a member and on the receiving end of this amazing non-profit's programming and now have been on the board of directors for almost two years. This is a top notch non-profit led by clarity and thoughtful leadership that speaks to it's amazing success and growing sphere of influence for women going through cancer. It offers the unique and needed things for women to heal and cope and learn and change and find community and transformation and healing.

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Board Member

Rating: 5

10/17/2019

The Foundation for Living Beauty is a very personal organization for me...I found refuge in it when I was going through my healing from cancer journey. My journey came at the heals of my mothers passing from cancer and this community nurtured me in a way that nothing else did. As a way to give back to this very unique and important work I joined the Board of Directors and am deeply thankful to be able to give back to women going through what I went through. From it's inception this non-profit sought to help in a way that no one else really did. Founded by the daughter of a woman going through her own battle, Amie has guided the programs and built a community around healing in a very organic, thoughtful and powerful way. Leaning into alternative modalities that I myself relied on as well, LB offers treatments, retreats and education in so many under represented yet crucial subjects related to cancer recovery that address the body, mind and spirit imbalances. One of the beautiful results is really uniting women to bring them out of isolation and into profound self care sometimes for the very first time in their lives! I can't say enough about my deep gratitude for this work.

maryslight Board Member

Rating: 5

10/19/2020

I am proud to be a Board Member with The Foundation For Living Beauty. We help support women who are battling cancer. My mother experienced oral cancer twice. She lost her 2nd battle at age 90. Our resources can help any age with whatever help they need. Our niece is now battling brain cancer. We have a private Facebook page that allows our Living Beauties to talk to other women with cancer and all the struggles that come with this disease. As a Board member I enjoy reaching out to our community to educate any woman who may need our services as well as Community Leaders who can help us move forward. Our Living Beauties are wonderful women and deserve everything we can offer them.

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Board Member

Rating: 5

10/07/2019

I first found out about this amazing nonprofit in Pasadena, CA when my former next door neighbor told me about it. She had just accepted the position of Executive Director and was very excited about their mission. Since then I have participated in several of the events that help raise funds to support the different programs for the over 800 women we service. It is truly inspiring to see the joy in these women's faces when they attend one of the many retreats or workshops the Foundation provides. Take a moment to look at their website so you can see and become a part of this amazing nonprofit. www.livingbeauty.org

Vick Board Member

Rating: 5

10/19/2020

Our Company has supported many nonprofits over the years and I can honestly say non are as dedicated, supportive, creative, loving, and effective as Foundation for Living Beauty. I love this organization!

cmcastillo Board Member

Rating: 5

10/19/2020

I am honored to serve the Foundation For Living Beauty as a Board Member. After my wife, Christine, was diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2015, and again in March 2017, we have both been proud supporters of FLB's mission. Cancer is not just a disease that affects the individual who's diagnosed. It is a trial that affects that individual, friends, and family in a multitude of ways. For those experience cancer, and their loved ones, FLB offers a tribe of confidantes to be there. It is a powerhouse of positivity and belongingness for those who are, or have, experienced the trial of cancer. This is a mission that must only grow and reach more women. Let's make it happen!

KSHIFT Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/14/2020

When the pandemic hit, the needs of women with cancer became even more challenging. The Foundation for Living Beauty exemplifies what it means to rise to that challenge. They quickly pivoted from in person to virtual. Their commitment and creativity is allowing them to find different and in some cases even better ways to serve these Living Beauties, many of whom were limited in their ability to participate in in-person settings, even before COVID hit. As a result of their responsiveness to this unexpected disruption, the FFLB is now able to expand their reach and their impact, beyond what they previously thought possible. Whether you are a potential funder or considering being a volunteer, you can be confident that your time, energy and resources will make a significant difference in the lives of women throughout their cancer journey and beyond.

Ellen T Donor

Rating: 5

10/13/2020

I cannot recommend highly enough the Foundation for Living Beauty and its caring, competent and amazing leadership and staff!

I am so honored and happy that my path intersected with this organization which, with genuine passion and focus, continues to support, lift up and love women on their individual cancer journeys....

Hooray for this very special and fiscally responsible non-profit, and hooray for the strong and beautiful women they serve! There are so many ways to support this organization, and all are appreciated whether money, donations, service, or spiritual support. Love them!

Gayle Marie M. Client Served

Rating: 5

10/08/2020

A Cancer diagnosis is hard for most to people to understand the life changes that are headed their way. For myself, this was particularly true as I had never even heard of Follicular Lymphoma nor had I ever even been confronted with a disease at all in my 50 years of a very healthy and happy life.
Having a support group of other women fighting cancer was not only the best & quickest education of what was to come, it was an instant 24/7 help line of over 800 others that could be called upon for help of all sorts.
My mental wellness is reliant upon The Foundation of Living Beauty and their supporters. Without them, without our donors, without my friends, I would not have survived all that I have gone through since my diagnosis. I know that sounds exaggerated, but it is the honest truth.
The wellness programs offered to us at no charge is priceless. The programs saved my marriage many times, and saved my life by giving me the tools I needed to continue to survive this new life that was forever, suddenly altered.
If you know a woman facing cancer, please give her the greatest gift ever by introducing her to The Foundation For Living Beauty.

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Client Served

Rating: 5

10/07/2019

My life completely changed since coming to meet the beautiful people of The Foundation For Living Beauty.
I had a horrible TWO YEAR treatment with adverse reaction every month during my 2016/17 chemotherapy treatments for Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. ER, Hospitalizations and a Mound of Medical bills waiting for me when I got home. I swore up and down that I would NEVER do treatment again.

BUT NOW....
1. I’m stronger and I look and feel great wearing my new makeup by one of our sponsors, Thrive Causemetics.
BEFORE: I stopped wearing makeup because there was nowhere and no one to go anywhere with that could understand me. Picture included, see for yourself.

2. My health is improving greatly with my added therapies. I learned (for free), about yoga, painting my stress away, cannabis for pain and nausea, self lymph massage, sound baths and many more complementary therapies from The Foundation For Living Beauty.
BEFORE: I was in bed, unable to get up on my own and majorly depressed! I’m 53, and taking a shower wore me out for the rest of the day. I couldn’t bath, I couldn’t clean, and was one hot mess!

3. My skin is better. Weleda is one of our sponsors and I’ve never glowed and smelled and felt so soft and touchable in my life.
BEFORE: I had neglected the additional help my skin needed when on Chemo. Oh, and then there was the “chemo rash” - ugh. Weleda Skin Food Saved My Skin!!!!! Weleda saved my spirit and I’d love to share that story another day.

4. The sisterhood. I’ve had soup delivered, flowers given, mementos shared. But the best part of the sisterhood is they are so SMART. They have been through or going through this too and journaled their treatment and so now, I have hands on experiences all around me to share my issues with at 3 am in the morning need be.
That’s right, insomnia has hit us all and there is always one of us 800 women to text or talk to when needed. It’s fabulous.

5. Nancy Davidson. I don’t like to share her name anymore because I want her all to myself. Our director is really an angel in disguise. If you haven’t had the opportunity to speak with her as a potential donor, call now. She must make it very easy because we have some great sponsors recruited by Nancy and more are pouring in. You are AMAZING Nancy and always know what we need. Every product that you carefully pick out for us are products or therapies I continue to use. That’s how good you are. Before: I really thought the world had changed and unfortunately, for the worse. I thought it may be because I live in a large city now and people are not as friendly to each other. I thought people had stopped caring and were just to busy to ask.

Then I met The Foundation For Living Beauty
And now I live my life Beautiful every day chemo or not! Thank you Loving Beauty, from the bottom of my heart!!! If you are fighting cancer, I want you to reach out to The Foundation For Living Beauty ladies. Hey men, significant others and care givers get a lot of perks and information too. Trust me, it’s changed my life 100 percent and then some.

GrandMartha Client Served

Rating: 5

10/08/2020

Fortunate to be a Living Beauty of this wonderful organization. They are the most compassionate, professional, kind, loving, intelligent, understanding group of people on staff, board and founder. Any woman who has or has had cancer should join the best sisterhood ever! They provide opportunities for “Living Beauty’s” to meet, talk, bond during yoga, meditation, nutrition, etc; beauty makeovers, retreats and meetings and all free! They have speakers on numerous subjects such as, nutrition, clean beauty products, alternative remedies, art and gratefulness, journaling, sound baths and so many others. I am so thankful for this organization.

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Aubrey A.1 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/07/2020

Wonderful healing group that sincerely cares about people. I am so grateful to them for their love and their donors

rock.22 Client Served

Rating: 5

10/07/2020

Their workshops and programs have been an important part of my healing process and ability to navigate through my health condition. I appreciate their role in making these available.

sandman01 Board Member

Rating: 5

10/17/2019

Living Beauty is one of the most heartfelt, heart-filled organizations I have ever come across. The Board is actually connected to their Living Beauties and some are Living Beauties. I wish that I had known about them and had their wind at my said when I was on the other side. I could not be more proud to be involved in supporting their mission of supporting women through their journey.

CJCastillo Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/11/2019

This organization has done so much, for so many, and is one of the best foundations I have had the honor to be involved with. I especially love the approach they take in healing the mind, body, and soul making every living beauty feel safe and connected.

hollyarie

hollyarie Board Member

Rating: 5

10/10/2019

My background is in public health, and I've spent considerable time researching cancer-based organizations. I was beginning to lose hope about what was available to women going through the experience of cancer, continuing my search for a community rooted in the power of human connection, education and active empowerment. I knew I had found what I was looking for when I met Nancy, the Executive Director for Foundation for Living Beauty. Not only did the Foundation exceed all my hopes, but 91% of all donations go directly to programs, workshops and events to benefit the “Living Beauties”. I was equally touched and impressed by the Founder, Amie, who is such a force for good with a special vision.

I’m privileged to be on the Board of this truly unique foundation, and to be a part of a community constantly working to empower and uplift women navigating cancer at any point in their journey. I’ve found that the meaning of family for many Living Beauties deepens with each event attended, with each connection made, and even within the comforting words of encouragement from another woman who’s got your back no matter what lies ahead or behind you.

Erin G.1 Board Member

Rating: 5

10/10/2019

I am not only Director of the Board of The Foundation For Living Beauty, I am also a Living Beauty myself. Living Beauty is an organization that I have seen transform lives including my own. Through educational workshops, sisterhood events, wellness retreats and so much more, our women are able to thrive and truly take a hold of their lives and their cancer journeys. Women feel empowered and uplifted through these events and the relationships with the other women in the organization.

cajeninnj Client Served

Rating: 5

10/07/2019

I am so grateful to have found the love and support the Foundation of Living Beauty has brought into my life. From retreats to educational classes and days of beauty, monthly dinners, etc.....

From the women who run this organization to all the women they serve, I am truly blessed to have them all in my life.

On days when things feel rough and tumble, I can reach out to any one of them and get the encouragement I need to keep on keeping on.

cmcastillo1

cmcastillo1 Board Member

Rating: 5

10/07/2019

Foundation For Living Beauty is an outstanding organization, with an amazing commitment to serving hundreds of women, and their families, throughout their journey with cancer. As the proud husband of a true warrior, who battled breast cancer (twice) and won, I cannot emphasize the value of Foundation For Living Beauty's role in serving women with a positive outlet for holistic support and a sisterhood-like comradery. With all the services out there, it's this type of support that helps our warriors thrive while in such a tough journey. I look forward to continuing to see this organization change lives and inspire some of the toughest women I know and am yet to meet.

Michael R.6 Board Member

Rating: 5

10/07/2019

The Foundation for Living Beauty is an amazing organization that supports women with any type of cancer, through any part of their cancer journey. Now supporting over 800 women, the organization helps uplift them with an array of different overnight retreats and day workshops. Each living beauty is welcome to come to the events, free of charge! It is absolutely amazing. With over 91% of donations going directly to program events, every donation received is a huge help to the women the organization serves.

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Rdprout Client Served

Rating: 5

07/30/2014

I came to the Foundation For Living Beauty after my primary treatments for Breast Cancer, but was still having mobility and strength issues. The gifts I have received from this amazing organization are many - starting with the wonderful friendships I've made with other women who are fighting for their lives against all manners of cancer. There is something truly spiritual about getting together with this group of beautiful women, whether it's to practice yoga, share a meal and a laugh, or to cry together when one of our sisters has fallen. I am so incredibly lucky to have been introduced to these women. Finally - the staff is incredibly empathetic and loving to all of the beauties - from Amie and Trina all the way down the line. Having worked in the nonprofit World, I cannot say enough about the caliber of the leaders at FFLB. They are top-notch, as is this very special organization:)

nae8skin Client Served

Rating: 5

07/28/2014

The Foundation For Living Beauties is an amazing non-profit providing wonderful retreats for women going through or recovered from cancer. I have been to a number of retreats through my cancer journey but no other has been as personal and rewarding an experience as this one was. This is a very special group of women putting the retreats together and they are the "key" ingredient that makes TFFLB so wonderful!

Cassandra9 Client Served

Rating: 5

07/28/2014

First introduced to the foundation when I sat next to the mother of the Founder - Jonie Petersen - who has now gone on to be with The Lord...that was the day my life changed forever...Amie (Petersen) Satchu started the organization in honor of her mom
Jonie who was battling with Multiple Myeloma - the same cancer I was diagnosed with in
2001...I was rediagnosed in 2009 and have been in some sort of treatment since then...including multiple surgeries, 2 bone marrow transplants, full body chemo and radiation... I just had my last surgery 3weeks ago, 3 weeks of radiation to my tailbone last month and I restarted chemo again last week...it seems like it's never ending for me!! HOWEVER...I STILL BELIEVE GOD and I'm hoping to RECEIVE my TOTAL and COMPLETE HEALING RESTORATION and WHOLENESS vet soon...this is just the process I must go thru before my healing manifests!! I believe in Miracles❤️❤️❤️ and FFLB is a part of that MIRACLE for me!! Tari Prinster flown in all the way from New York City has taught me RESTORATIVE yoga which has helped me to gain both inner and outer strength to
do the simplest thing for some tho very challenging for ME - ie) getting up
And down from the floor....other beauty experts have given me make overs and / or make up (which I love) to help me maintain a sense of beauty when on the outside it doesn't always look
so pretty...health professionals come in to give us tips on eating acupuncture and overall cancer survival!! FFLB is AMAZING!! They have cared for me and LOVED me in ways I cannot describe!! If you want to join or donate to the organization PLEASE don't think twice about it!! It's the BEST investment you'll ever make!! (Any religious comments are those of my own - FFLB represents no religious affiliation)...God Bless FFLB!! I LOVE YOU ALL!!❤️❤️❤️

idarosenberg

idarosenberg Client Served

Rating: 5

10/01/2013

The Foundation For Living Beauty is about "Educating, uplifting and empowering women in their fight against cancer."
The retreats that we are able to attend are truly gifts from god as they heal us both physically and mentally. Our minds, bodies, and spirits are nurtured as our essence becomes enhanced. We are each made to feel beautiful as we become empowered by the realization of the strength we possess. We are celebrated as individuals, and forever united as sisters as we are made to feel that we are all "Living Beauties".
At my first “Living Beauty” retreat I felt so confident that on the 3rd day during our Restorative Yoga class I took the scarf off my head for the very first time in public. As everyone around me applauded I started to cry and immediately my fellow “Living Beauties” joined me. It was at that moment that I understood the true meaning of sisterhood and a lifetime bond was forged. Although no words were spoken I heard each one of my fellow “Beauties” thoughts. The love, support, acceptance and understanding that I felt were so overwhelming that although I was completely bald, I truly felt beautiful. I am honored to be a "Living Beauty". http://livingbeauty.org/

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