The B+ Blog
Check out our blog to get monthly updates about all things B+ from our President and Co-Founder, Joe McDonough.
August Already?
Thank you very much for all of the kind words and prayers as we observed the 16th anniversary of my son’s passing on July 14th.
HEARTBROKEN!
My son, Andrew John McDonough, died 16 years ago today at the age of 14! Childhood cancer stole him from us.
Happy Birthday, Andrew!
September 3, 2022. 30 years sounds like such a long time, but I truly remember September 3, 1992 so vividly. That’s because that day we were introduced to Andrew John McDonough.
15 YEARS!!!
Fifteen years ago this past Saturday, our horrible journey started. I woke up on January 29, 2007 with a son who was a little ‘under the weather’.
What Can You Do?
Last Saturday, a group of very compassionate people gathered in Bismarck, ND for “Brave the Shave”. Brave the Shave is a series of head shaving events that occur all over North Dakota (and sometimes into South Dakota).
Happy 29th Birthday, Andrew!
Andrew, when you joined us 29 years ago today, you completed our family!!!
A Whole Lot To Cover!
I’m sorry that it’s been a little while since I’ve posted. The summer has been busy here at The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation.
Live Like Andrew Today!
As I posted last week, I was blessed with the opportunity to hold my grandson, Luke Andrew, for the very first time. I literally had tears in my eyes - of happiness. But, stepping back, I do have to wonder about this world that he is entering.
Welcome Andrew's Nephew!!!
After 23 days in the NICU, I finally got a chance to meet and hold my first grandson when he was discharged this week. World, please meet Luke Andrew…nice first name and really good middle name, huh?
9/11 - A Meaningful Day for Many Reasons
As we navigate our new abnormal with COVID, childhood cancer doesn’t take a break. Today, I signed 68 family assistance checks for families of kids with cancer. Last week, it was over 100!
#WinToday - A Tribute to B+ Hero Blair Henry
Over the past year, I’ve had the true privilege of getting to know the Henry family, and most especially B+ Hero Blair. Ironically, several years ago, I offered her Dad a job with The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation.
(Safely) Enjoy Your Holiday!
The Mayor of Wilmington (DE) has cancelled all large gatherings in the City of Wilmington through the month of June, That means that our 14th Annual B+ 5k is postponed.
International Childhood Cancer Research Collaboration
When Chris, Ali, and I started The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation, it was our steadfast desire - demand actually - that any researchers that we support must share the learnings from their work.
Research, Refunds, & Running!
While it is certainly much more complicated than discussing family assistance stories, I really get excited (and I hope you do as well) with the investments that we make in cutting-edge childhood cancer research.
Great Progress in 2019!
This B+ Hero's face says it all. We're making progress for our brave bosses - the innocent kids battling cancer. But, we're not done.
Happy Birthday Andrew!!!
September 3, 1992 was one of the happiest days of my life. Our family was complete with the birth of Andrew John McDonough in Montclair, NJ. He was an incredibly beautiful and very chubby baby.
Important Upcoming Events
Next Tuesday is my son's 27th birthday. B+ Nation will strive to raise #27kInADay in honor of Andrew's birthday!
Missing Our Boy!
Oh, how I miss my buddy! I don't know whether to say that on this day 12 years ago, "cancer stole my 14 year old son" or "Andrew went to Heaven".
Delaware Senate Passes HB 23!
Thanks to the efforts of former Charter School of Wilmington student Minnie Proud initiating a bill (HB 23) with Kim Williams State Representative, 19th District, I had the privilege of speaking to the Delaware General Assembly about childhood cancer, The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation, and my son, Andrew.