BCRFA Newsroom, Author at Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama

Bolt For Breast Cancer 5K and Fun Run Returned with over $51K Raised for Breast Cancer Research

October 7, 2025

The Bolt for Breast Cancer 5K and Fun Run returned to Mountain Brook with a display of pink and community support. The annual event has the same goal every year – to fund breast cancer research and save lives. The Bolt for Breast Cancer, organized by the Junior Board of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) and presented by ABC 33/40 and Thrivent, took place at Crestline Field on Sunday, October 5, and raised an impressive $51,689 with 509 participants of the 5K and 1-mile Dolly Dash.

Revvin’ 4 Research marks 17th anniversary, raising over $16K

September 29, 2025

On Sunday, September 28, the 17th annual Revvin’ 4 Research occurred in Pelham, AL, complete with the sound of engines and the sight of pinked-out motorcycles and riders. Presented by Heart of Dixie Harley-Davidson and Lil Bits Tavern/Alabama Blazin Bingo, the yearly ride benefited the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) and raised over $16K to support local breast cancer research. Over 300 motorcyclists riding almost 250 motorcycles cruised through the Shelby County roads.

Alabama firefighters battle breast cancer and fires with the Pink Ribbon Project

September 24, 2025

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) is teaming up with fire departments across the state for the Pink Ribbon Project T-shirt campaign. The yearly campaign honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October and raises funds for breast cancer research in Alabama.

Community partners across Alabama aim to fund breast cancer research in October

September 15, 2025

The BCRFA has partnered with over 40 unique organizations all eager to make a impact this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

CahabaQue Tailgate Challenge raises Over $14K for local breast cancer research

September 9, 2025

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) welcomed hundreds of supporters to CahabaQue Tailgate Challenge on Saturday, September 6, at Cahaba Brewing Company as they raised $14,620 for breast cancer research in Alabama. The event, which was a reimagined twist on the traditional CahabaQue bi-annual BBQ Cook-Off, attracted 500 guests to support breast cancer research.

BCRFA Announces 2025 Funding Opportunities

July 31, 2025

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) seeks to accelerate breast cancer research in Alabama and generate extramural funding through its annual grant cycle. Any areas of breast cancer…

BCRFA funds three new cancer-related research grants at UAB’s O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center

June 13, 2025

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) is proud to announce the funding approval of three new projects at the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB. BCRFA’s 2025 investment…

Cullman archery tournament raises $5,000 for local breast cancer research

May 22, 2025

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) once again teamed up with the Heritage Archery Club The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) partnered with the Heritage Archery…

30th annual Drive-Out Breast Cancer golf tournament celebrates major milestone and raises $126,500 for local breast cancer research

May 20, 2025

On May 19, the Breast Cancer Reseach Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA) held the 30th annual Drive-Out Breast Cancer golf tournament at Old Overton Club in Vestavia Hills, bringing an impressive…

Grilling Greatness: CahabaQue BBQ Cook-Off Raises Almost $36K for Local Breast Cancer Research

April 15, 2025

Fifteen area cook teams and 1,300 BBQ enthusiasts got fired up in their support for lifesaving Alabama Breast Cancer research at CahabaQue on Saturday, April 12 at Cahaba Brewing Co.