Ways to Support VBCF:
Donate by Mail
Send a check made payable to “VBCF” to Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation, 2821 Emerywood Parkway, Suite 203, Richmond, VA 23294.
Peer-to-Peer Fundraisers
You can build your own fundraising page to support VBCF as an individual or as a business, organization, or group. Click the link above to get started! It’s easy to customize your page with a logo and pictures and share your story about why you support the breast cancer community.
Get a Pink Ribbon License Plate
VBCF receives $15.00 for every Pink Ribbon License Plate purchased or renewed. It’s a great way to support our work! CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR PLATE.
Become a Community Partner
Community fundraising events hosted by businesses and organizations throughout Virginia make our work possible. Find out how to partner with VBCF: https://www.vbcf.org/fundraise-for-vbcf
Matching Gifts
Did you know that many companies match donations from their employees to VBCF? Click here to see if your company will match your donation!
Employee Giving
State employees can contribute to VBCF through the Commonwealth of Virginia campaign. Use CVC Code 200124.
Donate a Vehicle
Donate unwanted cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, RVs or campers by calling 1-866-628-2277. Have your title handy when you call. Visit www.vehiclesforcharity.net/donate-here and enter Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation in the box.
IRA Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)
One way to help others and make a difference in the fight against breast cancer is through charitable giving through a retirement account. An option to consider, especially for those who are age 70.5 or older, is giving to the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation directly from your individual retirement account (IRA) Required Minimum Distribution (RMD). RMDs are annual distributions that you must take from your traditional IRA account once you reach age 70.5, and they are generally considered taxable income. However, by directing your RMD to VBCF, you can reduce the impact of taxes on your income while also supporting an important cause.
This is known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) and can be a tax-efficient way of donating to a charity like VBCF. However, it is important to note that the contribution cannot be used as a charitable tax deduction, so if you are looking for a bigger tax benefit, you may want to consult a tax advisor for guidance.
These distributions must usually be made by year’s end and the check must be transfered diretly from your IRA custodian to VBCF, not from you personally. Most IRA plan sponsors will need to be contacted by early December to ensure timely distribution.
Leave a Legacy
Leave a legacy. Make a Charitable Bequest to the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation in your will or living trust.
Shopping Rewards Programs
You can support VBCF every time you shop!
Kroger Community Rewards Program
If you are a Kroger Rewards Cards Members log into your Kroger account at http://www.kroger.com, and search for Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation either by name or this code: YM756 and then click Enroll. New users will need to create an account which requires some basic information, a valid email address and a rewards card.
Why Support VBCF?
For over 30 years, VBCF has supported Virginians impacted by breast cancer. We began in 1991 as pioneers in the fields of breast cancer education and advocacy. VBCF is an independent, statewide, state-based non-profit organization, and all funds donated are used to educate and advocate for our fellow Virginians:
Your gift offers COMFORT by providing your neighbor with a Newly Diagnosed Kit to easily identify local, state, and national breast cancer support resources.
Your gift provides UNDERSTANDING by providing free educational materials and programs that educate your fellow Virginians about breast cancer.
Your gift enables CHANGE by training volunteer advocates to push for increased breast cancer research funding and for policies that improve access to screenings, treatment, and support at the state and national levels.
VBCF is a 501(c)3 organization as determined by the IRS with federal tax identification number 54-1633519. Gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
