The Drip Bar Portsmouth
77 Hanover St, Portsmouth, United States
To celebrate the first anniversary on the weekend of October 18th, we're offering 50% off every drip with a $50 donation to My Breast Cancer Support and free B12 shots with a $25 donation.
Don’t miss That 70’s Party on November 15th, hosted by the Seacoast Board of REALTORS® at their Installation Gala. This groovy evening features an online auction where you can bid on amazing items to support local breast cancer patients. Start bidding now at >> charityauction.bid/SBRGALA.
Tara Photography
15 Fourth St., Dover, NH, United States
Topless for a Cause” is happening Saturday, November 30th from 4-6pm at Tara Photography studio in downtown Dover! All proceeds will go directly to My Breast Cancer Support. Last year’s […]
Dover Ice Arena
10 Portland Avenue, Dover, NH, United States
Get ready for an exciting showdown as former Boston Bruins players hit the ice against some of our very own local hockey talent! This annual charity event brings the community together for an action-packed game—all to support My Breast Cancer Support and their mission to assist local breast cancer patients in need. Join us for […]
Wentworth By The Sea Country Club
60 Wentworth Rd, Rye, United States
This fabulous and fun event includes a silent auction, delicious hors d’oeuvres & desserts, mini fashion boutiques and a cash bar. The Fashion Show will feature beautiful women's spring fashions provided by several wonderful local vendors and boutiques. Nestled on the picturesque shores of Little Harbor in Rye, NH, Wentworth By The Sea Country Club stands […]
Emery Farm
147 Piscataqua Rd., Durham, United States
Join us this Friday, July 18th at Emery Farm in Durham! 🌸💗 As part of their generous Forward Friday initiative, 10% of all Café sales will be donated to My Breast Cancer Support—directly helping local breast cancer patients in need. Stop by, grab a treat, and make a difference!📍 Emery Farm Café147 Piscataqua Rd, Durham, […]
Wentworth By The Sea Country Club
60 Wentworth Rd, Rye, United States
The Evening by the Sea Gala is an extraordinary event hosted by My Breast Cancer Support with a dual purpose: to raise crucial funds and heighten awareness for local breast cancer patients in need. This enchanting evening unfolds against the stunning backdrop of the sea, where compassion meets community. As the sun dips below […]
Karate International
137 Epping Rd, Exeter, United States
Mini martial arts lessons scattered into a night of laughter, learning and connection. All to support My Breast Cancer Support! Suggested Donation of $20.
Celebrate the incredible journey of strength and resilience as we mark the 17th anniversary of our awesome 5K event, dedicated to breast cancer patients. Step into a world adorned with love and positivity, where every footstep embodies hope and determination. Together, we honor the amazing spirit of those who have faced the battle against breast […]
Join us for special donation-based classes at participating studios throughout October, each one led by inspiring breast cancer survivors. These classes offer students a chance to move, connect, and give back—while directly supporting My Breast Cancer Support. All proceeds from donations will go toward providing critical, local assistance to breast cancer patients and their families. […]
Pick on your PT this month! Challenge your PT to repetitions of: * Squats * Wall Clocks * Push Ups * Burpees Proceeds will support local breast cancer patients and their families right here on the seacoast of NH and in southern Maine. Cash, credit card, check, or donate directly on their site (just indicate […]
Boutique Leslie Bridal
163 Central Ave. Suite 1, Dover, NH, United States
BRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WEDDING DRESS RAFFLE During the month of October, we are selling raffle tickets to WIN a Wedding Dress and raise money for My Breast Cancer Support. Tickets: $50 each On Sale: October 1st - 31st Proceeds go to My Breast Cancer Support WIN a Wedding Dress from Boutique Leslie Bridal Valued […]
Lauren lives in Rye, NH with her husband, Anthony, and children, Bruno and Josephine. She has been an oncology Physician Assistant for 8 years; first at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, and most recently at New England Cancer Specialists in Portsmouth, NH. Her passion is caring for those with cancer and their families. She has seen first-hand the impact MyBCS has on the lives on patients and is proud to help contribute to their mission.
Jennie Halstead
Executive Director
Jennie’s journey with breast cancer began in 2010 when she was diagnosed with stage II breast cancer. In 2012, her passion for advocacy led her to join the MBCS Board of Directors, and by 2014, she stepped into the role of Executive Director. Since then, Jennie has been the heart and soul of the organization, skillfully managing fundraising activities, coordinating events, overseeing marketing and outreach, fostering relationships with partners, and ensuring the smooth operation of day-to-day activities. She also serves as a vital bridge between MBCS and the area cancer centers and hospitals they proudly collaborate with.
With a rich background in business management, Jennie brought her expertise and leadership from her nine-year tenure as co-owner and business Manager at Fiddlehead Farms Marketplace in Dover, New Hampshire, where she cultivated a deep understanding of organizational excellence and community connection. Jennie is the New Hampshire Team Leader for the National Breast Cancer Coalition, headquartered in Washington DC.
Christine Chrysafidis
Treasurer, Board of Directors
Christine, MyBCS Treasurer, attended the Evening By The Sea Gala event and joined the board shortly thereafter. She joined to represent, support and fight for her mom who was diagnosed with breast cancer this year and all the other amazing woman out there. She is currently a CPA at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts and enjoys shopping with her mom, going to the beach, and going on the boat with family and friends.
Amy Howard
Secretary, Board of Directors
Amy has been on the MyBCS board for several years and she actively supports all fundraising and MyBCS events. She studied Communication at UNH and is a Licensed Insurance Agent with Commonwealth Property & Casualty. Amy also is a Group Exercise Instructor at The Works.
Stephanie Retrosi
Board of Directors
Stephanie went to her first Evening by the Sea Gala in 2022 and then was diagnosed with Breast Cancer 3 months later. She joined the Board in March 2023. Stephanie is a full-time real estate agent and co-owns Atlantic Gymnastics with her husband Tony. In spare her spare time Stephanie loves to travel and hike. She has 2 grown children and lives in Dover NH with her husband and their third child- her dog Cooper.
Katharine Libby
Board of Directors
Katharine resides in York, ME, alongside her husband, Kevin, daughter, Vivienne, and their beloved dog, Charlie. Having courageously confronted Breast Cancer at the age of 32, she was inspired to deepen her involvement in supporting women and their families affected by this formidable disease. Following her move from Boston to Maine, she discovered MyBCS and was so moved by its mission that she recently became a board member. Katharine has spent the majority of her career leading high performing customer success and account management teams at rising technology start-ups.
Tina Saltmarsh
Development & Senior Project Manager
Tina’s first experience with MyBCS was as a participant in the Celebrate Pink 5K event in 2012 and then she joined the CP5K Planning Committee for several years before signing on as the Special Projects Administrator. Tina is responsible for supporting many of the back-end systems, streamlining workflows, helping with ongoing tasks, and managing all types of projects.
Tina is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with experience managing multiple, concurrent technology projects for national clients. She leads teams of internal and contracted resources to successful project completion.
Shelley Violette
Program Administrator
Shelley was diagnosed with breast cancer in October of 2020. While recovering from a bilateral mastectomy and reconstruction, she happily joined the Celebrate Pink 5K Committee and then proudly joined My Breast Cancer Support as the Program Administrator in the summer of 2021. Shelley’s role is to support the mission of My Breast Cancer Support by providing patient and cancer center outreach, ensuring that the emotional and financial needs of local breast cancer patients are met.
Shelley is a teacher at Noble High School in North Berwick, Maine, where she teaches English to ninth graders. She lives in Kennebunk, Maine, where she enjoys the close proximity of the beaches and the coast of Maine with her daughter, Chloe.
Kathy Lijoi
Board of Directors
Kathy is a 24+ year breast cancer survivor and devotes so much love and enthusiasm to our mission of supporting local breast cancer patients. Kathy is a multi-talented executive with over 35 years of IT, telecommunications, and customer service experience. She is currently the Chief Operation Officer at CloudHesive.
Kathy loves spending time on the seacoast with her family and recently completed the Boston Marathon!
Pat Leyman
Board of Directors
Pat lives in Greenland with her husband Bob. Together they run Lancaster Communications Group, a cloud and network consulting firm. Pat was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012 and was honored to join the MyBCS board as a way to give back. In her spare time, Pat enjoys traveling with her family, skiing, cycling, and hiking.
Shirley Jones
Board of Directors
Shirley attended multiple gala’s and fashion shows over the past 7 years and is thrilled to be on the board to support the important work MyBCS does in the community. She has lived in the seacoast for the past 40 years, raising her two adult children Kyle and Christina, and working in the HR services industry. She loves to travel, ski, play golf, and pickleball in her spare time.
Donna Harvey
Board of Directors
Donna recently became involved with My Breast Cancer Support through the Community Outreach Committee at the Seacoast Board of Realtors. She has supported and continues to support her friends who have had breast cancer. She lives in Greenland with her husband Terry, dogs, Gracie Mae and Rudi and cat, Jack.
Carolyn Pollet
Board of Directors
Carolyn started participating in the Celebrate Pink 5K races following her own breast cancer diagnosis in 2013, putting together a team each year that she proudly calls her tribe. She and her husband, Chris live in Stratham, NH and have been part of the Seacoast for over 30 years while raising their two adult children: Natalie and Ethan. Carolyn is a licensed attorney in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts, currently working at Cross Insurance as Assistant Corporate Counsel.
Jane Pillemer
Board of Directors
Jane, a clinical psychologist, resides in Exeter, NH, with her husband, David. They both visit NYC and San Diego regularly to visit their daughters. After her successful breast cancer treatment in 2018, she has participated in the Celebrate Pink 5K race four times, grateful for MBCS’s support and for the opportunity to give back.
Rhonda Bernstein
Board of Directors
Rhonda attended numerous galas and a fashion show before her breast cancer diagnosis in 2022. Thanks to the encouragement from My Breast Cancer Support, she gained the confidence to walk their runway for the first time without her wig in 2023. As a seasoned fundraising and communications professional, Rhonda is deeply passionate about advancing the mission of nonprofits. She is excited to contribute her skills and experiences to give back to the breast cancer community.