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January 22, 2024
Dear Friends,
It is with a mix of emotions that we share some important news regarding The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation's future initiatives and projects.
After careful consideration and reflection on our impact, we have decided to transition to a more focused approach to our work in Alger County. This decision was not made lightly, and it comes after years of dedication to fighting the financial burden of breast cancer for patients in both Metro Atlanta and Alger County.
We are immensely proud of the work accomplished in Metro Atlanta. We have provided over $500,000 of financial support to breast cancer patients at Grady Cancer Center for Excellence. Our Hope for the Holidays program has extended a caring hand to breast cancer patients and their families during the Holiday season with much-needed financial assistance and emotional support. Together, with your support, we have helped hope find a home for many families braving the fight against breast cancer.
As we move forward, concentrating our efforts in Alger County will allow us to deepen our impact with less administrative costs allowing more dollars to go directly to patients and their families. Breast cancer treatment requires more than medicine; socioeconomically challenged families need a place to call home while they heal, food, and transportation. We want to ensure that a greater percentage of every dollar raised at The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation can go directly to individuals most affected by the financial burden of breast cancer treatment.
We understand that transitions like these may bring about questions, and we want to assure you that our commitment to transparency and accountability remains unwavering.
While our work in Metro Atlanta will be sunsetting the end of January 2024, our mission will live on through the newly formed Danielle Beverly ANGEL Fund at the Grady Foundation. For those who wish to continue supporting the patients at Grady Cancer Center for Excellence, a donation can be made directly through this link.
We express our deepest gratitude for your support, dedication, and belief in our mission. Without your generosity, our work would not have been possible. We will keep you updated on our progress and the impactful work we will undertake in Alger County, through social media. If you have any questions or would like further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Once again, thank you for being an integral part of our journey and for your continued support.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Eric & Danielle, Co-Founders
Press release
Subject: The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation Announces Departure of Executive Director
Atlanta, January 19, 2024 – The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation today announced that Tracy Wilson is stepping down from the position of Executive Director. She notified us in November of her leaving and will be staying until January 31, 2024. Tracy has been an integral part of our organization, contributing her expertise and leadership for 3 years.
During her tenure, Tracy played a key role in running our programs, expanding our social media, building donor and partner relations, and running everything behind the scenes. Her dedication, strategic vision, and commitment to The Eric R. Beverly Family foundation have been instrumental in our achievements.
The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation has decided not to replace Tracy. Eric Beverly and Danielle Beverly will be taking over the Executive Director duties. Additionally, after careful consideration and reflection, The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation has decided to transition to a more focused approach to their work in Alger County and sunset the Georgia programs.
"We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Tracy for her outstanding leadership and numerous contributions to our foundation. She leaves behind a lasting legacy, and we wish her continued success in her future endeavors," said Eric Beverly.
Tracy will be deeply missed, and The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation is committed to ensuring a smooth transition during this period. The organization will continue its unwavering commitment to their mission under the guidance of the Board of Directors, Eric and Danielle.
About The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation: The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation is dedicated to reducing disparities in access to care for breast cancer and cancer patients by removing financial barriers related to indirect costs associated with this diagnosis.
WELCOME NEW BOARD MEMBER
Atlanta, GA (July 24, 2023) – The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation is pleased to welcome a new board member, Michelle Walker: a dedicated advocate for Breast Cancer Awareness.
Michelle Walker is a passionate individual dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer. Hailing from St. Louis and now residing in Georgia, Michelle's journey has been defined by her unwavering commitment to education, professional excellence, community service, and personal well-being.
Michelle embarked on her academic journey at Spelman College, where she pursued her passion for Computer Science and earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Equipped with her technical expertise, she flourished as a Technical Product Manager, overseeing projects from inception to completion. Michelle excelled in this role, ensuring that business requirements were translated effectively, teams collaborated seamlessly, and successful outcomes were achieved.
Beyond her professional achievements, Michelle's most cherished role is that of a loving wife to Randall Walker and a doting mother to their three children: Aaron, Austin, and Ava. Deeply invested in her children's education, Michelle serves as the CO-VP for Business Sponsorships on the PTA Executive Board at their elementary school. Additionally, she spearheads the hospitality committee, bringing joy and nourishment to the dedicated staff by organizing lunch events throughout the year. Her commitment to education extends to her son's middle school, where she serves on the school council, advocating for the best interests of the students.
Michelle's dedication to community service goes far beyond the school walls. She actively volunteers her time and resources to various organizations, supporting friends, local community initiatives, and her children's sports teams. Whether it's providing assistance, lending a helping hand, or being a reliable presence, Michelle's compassionate spirit shines through in every endeavor she undertakes.
A firm believer in the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, Michelle prioritizes her well-being and is an ardent attendee of boot camp classes at Muscle Thru Unlimited. With an unwavering commitment to her physical health, she attends these classes faithfully at least five times a week. Her discipline, perseverance, and unwavering dedication are emblematic of her character.
Michelle's involvement with the Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation is an extension of her profound dedication to supporting causes that touch the lives of many. Her connection to the foundation began in 2017 when she attended the Betting on a Cure, Casino Night event, where she not only donated to Hope for the Holidays but also participated in the Cooking For a Cause fundraisers. It is this genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of others that fuels Michelle's excitement to contribute to the foundation's impactful work.
With a wealth of experience, a heart brimming with compassion, and an unwavering commitment to breast cancer awareness, Michelle Walker will be a great addition to our board. Her expertise, dedication, and genuine desire to make a positive impact are sure to be invaluable assets to the foundation's mission. When called upon, Michelle can be counted on to go above and beyond in her efforts to support the cause.
Welcome kathy!
new board member
ATLANTA, April 13, 2022 - We super are excited to welcome Kathy Jacobs to our Board of Directors.
Kathy is a Managing Director at Accenture, where she serves as a Senior Client Account Executive to Accenture's Financial Services clients. She is also Accenture’s Financial Services Lead for Atlanta and a member of Accenture’s Atlanta Office Leadership Council. Kathy has worked 25+ years consulting to banks and payments companies and leading Accenture’s relationships with some of the nation's key financial services companies.
Outside of work, you can find Kathy trying to stay in shape with her Peloton obsessed husband Scott, keeping her older daughter Katie from adopting any more pets before she graduates from veterinary school in May, and counseling her younger daughter Emily about “life after college” as she graduates from UGA in May. Kathy is also an avid football and basketball fan cheering on the UGA Dawgs and Duke Blue Devils!
Kathy was first introduced to The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation at our Betting on a Cure event in 2016. She has been an active volunteer/donor for our Hope for the Holidays events for the past two years.
“Having watched my mother battle breast cancer as a child and supporting several friends through their breast cancer journeys, I know firsthand how difficult the battle can be. However, I can’t imagine the added stress of worrying about being able to afford treatment, transportation, and time off work, let alone also caring for your family. These struggles are too real for socioeconomically challenged breast cancer patients, and I am honored to help advocate on their behalf as a part of The Eric R. Beverly Foundation.”
All of us at The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation are honored and excited to have Kathy on our board and we look forward to her contribution.
The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation welcomes TRACY Wilson as New Executive Director
ATLANTA, Feb. 1, 2021 - The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation welcomes Tracy Wilson as Executive Director. Tracy will work closely with founders Eric and Danielle Beverly to oversee foundation operations, fundraising, and the management and execution of Atlanta and Michigan based programs. She begins serving in the role effective immediately.
Tracy’s shared passion for community service -- specifically breast cancer & children’s charities – initially brought her to volunteer with the Foundation after attending the 2017 Casino Night event. Since that time, she has purposefully become more involved. She started volunteering in 2018, and recently co-chaired our first annual fundraiser, "hope.help.heal".
Tracy earned a BSBA in Human Resource Management from the University of Arizona and has since worked in staffing, special needs children's services, and early education. While her children were young, she became engaged in a number of charitable organizations such as The Ronald McDonald Houses, CURE Childhood Cancer and The Alliance Theater. Children have always played a large role in Tracy’s life. Following the birth of her second child, she became an active volunteer and leader in various organizations at her children’s schools, helped start a multisensory facility for children with special needs and for the past four years, has been teaching in a local Pre-School.
Looking to the future, Tracy plans to dedicate her time enriching our programs, expanding our presence in the community and raising funds so we may help more patients and their families.