03/20/2026
I want to extend my deepest gratitude to the incredible local businesses, community members, friends, family, colleagues, and Nutrition Connection Balance patients who supported my recent fundraiser for kids battling cancer through Foundation B+ (B Positive). I did not make it to the semi-finals of Hers Muscle and Fitness magazine cover; however my heart is filled up!
To every business that welcomed a collection box, displayed flyers, and helped spread the word—thank you. These included: Goin’ Coastal, St. Joe’s Nursery, No Name Book Store, Ramsey’s, Advanced Auto Parts, Walter Green, BJ’s Auto Repair, and TGIF!
Your willingness to step in and support this cause made a meaningful impact. A special thank you to our local grocery store, Piggy Wiggly for allowing me to stand out front and connect with the community, and to those I met at the farmers market—those conversations and random hugs will stay with me forever. Forgotten Coast Loving wrote a magnificent article for free, what a positive contribution!
What moved me most wasn’t just the generosity, but the stories. So many people shared personal experiences of cancer, including the heartbreaking loss of children and their beloved family member. Despite that pain, they still chose to give. That level of compassion is something I will never forget.
One moment that truly touched me was a gentleman who initially stopped by on his bicycle. He shared that he had lost a child and didn’t have much to give. Later, he rode all the way home and came back with four quarters—wanting to contribute something, no matter how small. That kind of selfless generosity is rare and incredibly powerful. I still get tears in my eyes seeing him ride back to Piggly Wiggly.
This experience gave me so much more than I expected. It gave me hope. It reminded me that even in the face of loss and hardship, people are still deeply kind, loving, open when faced with or reminded of grief, and willing to give.
We raised somewhere between a minimum $8,000-12,000 dollars, over $2,000 on 3/19/26. I did not know how to see how much was being donated until mid-February, since it most of the donations were direct by the person to Foundation B+. I started the drive for donations in January 2026.
We have one last fun Community event on 3/25/26. See flyer. All $10 entry fee donations will be directly donated to Foundation B+ on 3/26/26.
Thank you again to everyone who played a part in this journey.
Your kindness matters more than you know.
Grateful for you and every smile! Valerie Sayre of Nutrition Connection Balance
